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Lorraine J

1 reviews | Active since May 2020

16 Jan 2026, 16:54

NO NETWORK BUT AGAIN BLAMING MY SIM

On 25 December, I had no Cell C network. Then the Cell C network was on, though Vodacom was off between 26 to 31 December. Since 1 January, I have no Cell C network. I reported this on 5 January to Cell C

1. Cell C sends me an e-mail stating that they could not get hold of me telephonically - !! NO NETWORK means you cannot reach me telephonically. 2. Then, after long telephone conversation where I had to repeat what I already reported, I was told I will recieve feedback - I did not receive feedback and had to e-mail them for feedback. 3. Then the customer agent told me that my SIM is damaged and that there is limited network at my home address - there is a differente between limited network at my home address and NO network through the WHOLE area!!! 4. I bought a new SIM - still it shows NO SERVICE 5. So I wasted petrol money to drive into town to buy a SIM - is Cell C going to refund me? 6. In the meantime, my data and WhatsApp bundles are expiring - so is Cell C going to extend the validity period as it is their service that is off???!! 7. IT IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THAT CELL C BLAMES MY SIM FOR THEIR NETWORK ISSUES!!! 8. Again, I was supposed to to receive feedback today - but NOTHING! 9. I also e-mailed Cell C and ask them ask them to call me - NO REPSONSE

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Replies (5)
Cell C
Cell C's reply16 Jan 2026, 17:24
Official
Dear Lorraine,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience, frustration, and disruption you have experienced due to the ongoing network issues. We understand how challenging this situation has been, especially given its impact on your communication and data usage.

We acknowledge your concerns regarding the lack of network coverage in your area, the repeated need to follow up, and the conflicting feedback you have received. Please accept our apologies for the delays in communication and for not providing timely updates as expected. The matter has been escalated to our team, and one of our consultants will contact you directly to provide further assistance.

Regards,
Cell C | GN
LJ
Lorraine J's update23 Jan 2026, 12:34
Reviewer Update
Cell C, what part of NO NETWORK do you not understand? If your service centres went missing, then you will call me on my number to no avail!
I provided you with the reference numbers for the open calls on this issue - all contact details are on it!!!
LJ
Lorraine J's update23 Jan 2026, 12:36
Reviewer Update
Reference numbers: *** / ***

LJ
Lorraine J's update23 Jan 2026, 18:07
Reviewer Update
Please note that my reply to your feedback indicates that:
1. Yo WILL NOT reach me if I have NO NETWORK.
2. I already gave you alternative contact numbers - it was captured on BOTH calls that were logged - AND I gave you the reference numbers for the logged calls!

Alternative numbers: *** / *** / ***.

The address is 34 Kaalfontein - opposite Du Plooy's dairy/Die Pienk Koei and next to Torque, 33, Kaalfontein, Rayton, 1001

LJ
Lorraine J's update23 Jan 2026, 18:16
Reviewer Update
Here is the feedback from your technical team: "Based on an assessment of overall coverage during the drive test, I can confirm that the client???s address is unfortunately located in an area with limited LTE coverage. Low signal levels and poor quality were recorded. The poor user experience is primarily due to the lack of serving sites within close proximity to the client???s address.Drive-test data, signal levels, and speed-test results are attached for your reference."So my question: What happened over-night to the serving sites?