AliExpress is a ****!

Wow! I should have checked the reviews before placing an order. I paid R1393.10 on 03 Sep 2023 for an order as well as R35.63 Int Tax Fee.

The order was confirmed and processed. I was bombarded by the promo emails and status updates. I got notifications that my items would be shipped, but I was not aware that it would take 3 months for my items to be delivered. 2 days ago I got an email that the items were with a local delivery company. Now a few hours later, other emails come through that the order is closed as payment was delayed. I queried with their online chat who were going to look into it. I just received an email now that I must contact my bank or pay with a different card. This is so absurd!