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Vodacom Upgrade

I have applied for a contract on Black Friday deals. It was an I phone 11 pro ON THE NUMBER [protected]. I keep phoning the upgrade contact number and get given different answers. I reallly need the the phone urgently. I am being put back and forth regarding this upgrade, not to forget I am a contract customer for over 15 years. I do see that other stores like Vodacom 4 u have the phone in stock so I can’t understand why I can’t receive my phone. I find this totally unacceptable. Please can you escalate this or sort this problem out ASAP. Please can you acknowledge my request and other consultants say they willl call me back. The one consultant said the phone was out for delivery whilst another consultant said it was out of stock. Vodacom is Neva like this. If that is the case Vodacom should give me another I phone at the same price plan. I am now waiting 3 months. A humble appeal please assist in this matter

Desired outcome: Please have my phone delivered or give me another I phone at the same price deal

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Vodacom Fraudulent account

I am writing to urgently bring to your attention the ongoing fraudulent activities that persistently occur on my account with Vodacom. May last year and now January 2024. Fraudulent accounts opened in my name. Despite previous reports and efforts to rectify these issues, the fraudulent activities have continued, causing substantial inconvenience and financial distress. The distress and anxiety caused by these recurring incidents are debilitating. I find myself emotionally drained and unable to endure another episode of this nature. The past instances of fraud have left me extremely wary and anxious about the security of my personal data. I am genuinely concerned that any additional information shared could potentially be misused or compromise

Claimed loss: The distress and anxiety caused by these recurring incidents are debilitating. I find myself emotionally drained and unable to endure another episode of this nature.

Desired outcome: I demand immediate action to rectify this situation and prevent any further unauthorized access or transactions on my account. It is imperative to restore the security and integrity of my account with your service.

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Jan 11, 2024 2:09 am EST

I am writing to urgently bring to your attention the ongoing fraudulent activities that persistently occur on my Vodacom account. Despite previous reports and efforts to rectify these issues, the fraudulent activities have continued. May 2023 and now January 2024. It is imperative to bring to your attention that there has been a breach of the Poppy Act.

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I had 2 contracts with Vodacom, but during the divorce i had to sequestrate and the accounts were part of the sequestration. On 20 October 2023 I was given documents from a SAPS member that was given to him by a "friend" to investigate me, suggesting i reported a phone to put in false claim at the insurance, which is not true. I have been divorced since...

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Vodacom Vodacom business fibre

I am a Vodacom Business fiber client and have been offline since Friday 05/01/2023 16:40 (Ref no: SR240105-818274). I have reported this numerous times with absolutely no feedback or resolution. It's not the first time I've had such trouble with support when I'm offline. They are full of empty promises and beyond that they do nothing. What is the purpose of paying for a business line but you get absolutely no support. All they say is that they are still waiting for feedback. Extremely pathetic service!

Desired outcome: I'm working from home and are available to my customers 24/7. I need my internet 24/7. If there is a problem, I want it sorted out a.s.a.p like they promise. I can't wait 48 hours and still no feedback!!!!

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Vodacom The Fiber Department

I've been having issues with my Vodacom Fiber and I have called in and logged complaints many times but still nothing has been done. I have spent many hours on the phone with many different agents but the response I always get is that a ticket has been logged and a case has been opened for me. They keep telling me that someone will call me back but that never happens. They have also billed me an incorrect amount for my Fiber which they have overcharged me. I am a new Fiber customer to them and this is disgusting service! It has been 3 months since I had the Fiber installed, and too, the guys did not even do a neat job as I still have cables hanging around and the connection is terrible. I have complained many times but nothing has been done about this. I will not be paying the Fiber bills if this bad service continues! I regret signing up with Vodacom!

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Vodacom Payments done via vodapay app not being allocated to account

on the 20th of October 2023 I did a payment via Voda pay app. It showed unsuccessful and I called in. I had to email the bank statement proving the amount went off my account. on the 18th of November again the same thing happened.

I have sent both bank statements via email to prove the money was deducted. I was told in December the payment in October is shower " Pending" on the system!? Really after almost 3 months!

After numerous emails and phone calls I am beyond frustrated.

The matter was also referred to the PNR department and after weeks I got the respond that they will get back to me!?

Claimed loss: R1000

Desired outcome: Allocate my R1000 to account

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I tried processing an online upgrade and ran into problems. I requested a call back where an assistant by the name of Tina called me to complete the process. I have come to learn that she is employed by Chatz. After going through the required upgrade and reiterating the desired contract several times I still did not feel comfortable that the assistant...

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Vodacom Device repair

I am highly dissatisfied with the poor level service received from vodacom repairs. I took my phone to vodacom shop louis Trichardt makhado, i had to follow up every second day, The consultant in Makhado gave me repairs number to call them as he cant assist me since then they started moving the phone to repairs Centre as i told them that i am lodging a complaint i was called 7 december and promised that i will be getting a phone 2 weeks later they all real the same notes The staff at repairs refused to advise me on the escalation process, the gave me an email which i sent an email which was never responded to. i called customer care , was told request has been escalated no one called me

Desired outcome: I need to get a phone as soon as possible as this is impacting negatively on my work and personal life

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Good morning, My son’s phone was stolen on Sunday in the Wimpy in Bela-Bela. We have phoned 082-135 to blacklist the device and the sim card. We were very fortunate that through “find my I-phone” we were able to track the device from 15:00 that afternoon and also able to recover it. I phoned then the very same number 082-135 and after going through all...

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I upgraded my contract a Vodacom bayside mall tableview The products where advertised on your Black Friday specials The sales person Chris told us he would have to c if he could source the phones and the watch He phoned the following day to tell us that because the insurance limit low he could not secure the deal and the store would have to return...

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Vodacom unauthorised debit on my account

Hi

i am submitting a complaint with regard to an unauthorised debit from my account with the following details:

Reference number : VODACOM 0421654707I9232139

Amount: R530.51

Debit date: 15 NOVEMVER 2023

Name of account : FNB

Account Holder : Mr Nkululeko Mqokiyana

Account number : 405769******1639

Please investigate and return the funds as soon as possible.

Regards

Nkululeko Mqokiyana

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Claimed loss: a R530.51 was taken from my account without my consent.

Desired outcome: i would like a refund of the R530.51 that was taken from my account.

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I have taken out a new contract phone on the 7/11/2023. On the 08/11/2023 I received an SMS message from Vodacom, there is no Cell number however it's the same number as when receiving notifications around the amount of Airtime and Data a person has left. I responded to the SMS , by following the instructions to SMS 31118 with the words BF23. I received...

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Vodacom Poor service and staff lying

I went to one of your store in Ermelo for a special you were advertising for the ps5 we went in the lady said yes there is stock and she did order one when we followed up she said no there is no stock we can wait and cancel when we went in to the store and spoke to the manager Bronwyn she said the lady never even ordered or try to process our things and that there is no stock available 3 of my employees also did the special because I told them of it and now this all my family is vodacom because I tell all about you are the best and then this happens because of you're people and they smile and like it doesn't matter in my company this is not acceptable and I will tell every one about how you handle this this is truly pathetic

Desired outcome: I want someone to contact me with a solution so I can get my things as was promised

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Vodacom Network coverage

Rietspruit in Emalahleni is experiencing problems with the network. There’s no network and it could be affected by the power outages and it takes time to recover. Not being able to make calls seems like a hazard as we won’t be able to connect to police services in terms of an emergency. The network problem has been happening for a while now and it’s starting to affect the whole place and surrounding areas.

Claimed loss: Network

Desired outcome: To get proper network coverage

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Vodacom Vodacom online service and delivery

I made a purchase on vodacom online a week ago on thursday 16 november, I don't mind waiting for delivery, but I didn't receive any confirmation that the purchase or contract was approved. I did receive a message saying someone will contact me within 24 hours and this did not happen. I contacted vodacom daily starting monday to try and find out about my contract and order, each time I was told my order was dispatched and will be delivered within the next day or two. Its been a week and no delivery has been done. This morning I spoke to one of the agents and she informed me that my order hasn't been dispatched and will only be delivered next week. While I wouldn't have minded waiting for delivery, having repeatedly been told the wrong information is what bothers me. I was willing to collect my order from vodacom, but the option is no longer valid.

Desired outcome: I'd appreciate a response regarding the misinformation that their agents provide and maybe include a collection option for product again or upon request.

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Hi I took out a contract in Oct 2022 - Samsung Flip Z4, in March while on a call the device just went blank, I took it into Vodacom repair Centre and they advised that it's the LCD, there was no physical damage to the device, this was a fault on the phone. When I picked up the phone, I queried whether I would have this issue again and the guy advised that...

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Good day, I hope this email finds you well, On the 7th of October I received an sms and email from Hammond Pole attorneys with regards to a Vodacom account that was in arrears. Because I had no Vodacom account in my name, I dismissed these communications. I received more emails later that weekend, and then decided to phone the attorneys. They were very...

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Vodacom Contract early termination

I decided to pay off my outstanding contract amount, requested for a settlement statement from Vodacom which I received on the 29th and I was then advised to pay for the last debit order to run so that I won't have any outstanding amount left after the early termination. I did as I was told waited until the 4th as per advised and I settled the amount some month end money was debited from my account, and I don't understand why, and I am not going to pay for something that I don't understand.

this is affecting my credit score; I need it to be resolved as soon as possible. otherwise, I will have to escalate to my attorney to deal with Vodacom this is unacceptable.

Claimed loss: premature cancellation.

Desired outcome: I would love this issue to be resolved as soon as possible as it is affecting my credit score.

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Vodacom Scammers, Liars, Incorrect Billing, Staff members unequipped to conclude simple phone calls

"Avoid using abusive language and CAPTIAL letters" Goes to show how incompetent all of you are that you take offense to your own stupidity which led to consumers using the above, speaks volumes about how many of these actual complaints are resolved after it being lodged.

I have three contracts with your brainless company which I undoubtably regret. Recently I have upgraded one of my contracts and downgraded the other two and seemingly to my surprise, I should have prepared myself for the BS I received.

1st contract should amount to - R325

2nd contract - R250

3rd contract - R99

So now you can go and listen to all the calls I received and do a proper investigation before billing me incorrectly.

If this is not resolved regardless of your policy based on returning items before a period of time, I will take this to the ombudsman and copy in your CEO.

Contact number +[protected] - Tiffany Cornelson [protected]

Claimed loss: The loss would be on your side as I would not be paying until this is rectified.

Desired outcome: For someone to do their actual job and stop pushing it from pillar to post, the reputational risk you cause for a company that pays your salaries is unbelievable. You take no pride in anything JUST FIX IT

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On 07th February 2023 I phoned the Vodacom cancellations department because I was considering migrating to MTN with my two contracts which was due for upgrade. The consultant then told me they will put me on a month-to-month package at a discounted rate until I upgrade which I can cancel at anytime. I then received messages stating I was upgraded for 24...

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