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Johan B

1 reviews | Active since Apr 2023

05 Apr 2023, 16:52

ABSA not assisting in verifying and clearing payments

My daughter has a small business and have been working very hard to build and expand on it. The first few big transactions she received on sales done, were flagged as " suspicious payments". This is not a problem as that is part of the process. However, she followed up on this and was requested to submit certain documents which she promptly sent. Still nothing. She then escalated the issue and had to resubmit the documents which she again promptly did. The persons and companies that made the payments also contacted Absa to find out if they could assist in resolving the issue. Still the account remains frozen. In desparation she then made contact with the ABSA CEO's office. She was promised that the issue would be resolved within 3 to 4 days. That was two weeks ago. In total this issue have been dragging on for about 8 weeks and still no response from ABSA. Who else can a person contact as this issue is busy causing big harm to my daughters business as she has a nonexistent cash flow at this point. Maybe this is the way to close small businesses.........

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Replies (3)
Absa
Absa's reply06 Apr 2023, 07:55
Official
Dear Johan De Bruyn

Thank you for bringing this unfortunate matter/incident to my attention and please accept my sincere apology. 

Please provide me the Account or ID number of the account holder to investigate, upon receipt of the requested information, I will review and provide you with my specific contact details as well as the expected timeframe for further feedback/resolution via email or by making contact with you telephonically.   The reference number for  your complaint is C-***7 Kind regards,Group Customer CareBasani Hlungwane
JB
Johan B's update11 May 2023, 20:01
Reviewer Update
If we take the time to complain, we should also take the time to acknowledge good service.
ABSA by way of Mr Basani Hlungwane responded to my complaint on Hello Peter. He kept my daughter up to date with the progress made to resolve the problem with her business banking account and the issue was resolved within a few days. If all the ABSA staff were this diligent, problems can and will be resolved without pain and frustration. So, a big thanks to Mr Hlungwane.
Absa
Absa's reply12 May 2023, 08:37
Official
Dear Johan
It is indeed pleasing to receive complimentary remarks about the staff that has given quality service to customers. I wish to take this opportunity to thank you for the time and effort to bring this to my attention. RegardsPravesh BejayAbsa Bank Group Customer Care