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Nelly

1 reviews | Active since Aug 2021

06 May 2026, 16:08

Urgent Complaint: Unauthorized Debit Orders and Failure to Cancel Contract

ood day,

I am writing to formally lodge a complaint regarding ongoing debit orders being submitted to my bank account, despite my request to cancel my Cell C contract.

I have already communicated with Cell C to cancel the service; however, debit orders are still being presented to my account. These debits are now being returned unpaid, and I am being charged bank fees as a result.

This situation is unacceptable, as I have taken the necessary steps to cancel, yet I am still experiencing financial impact due to continued debit attempts.

I request the following urgently:

Immediate confirmation that my contract has been cancelled Immediate cessation of all debit order submissions Written confirmation of my account status and any outstanding balance (if applicable) Investigation into why debit orders are still being processed after my cancellation request

Please treat this matter as urgent. Should this not be resolved promptly, I will escalate the matter further.

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Nelly's update07 May 2026, 09:26
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Good day,Thank you for your response.Please note that I did receive a call previously and was advised that I would be contacted again regarding the way forward, however no further communication was received from your side.I had also previously advised that I was willing to make manual payments, however before I could do so, multiple debit orders were processed on my account. This has now caused my FNB account to go into a negative balance of approximately R500 due to the Cell C debits.Last month I already had to pay bank charges and settle the negative balance caused by these debits, and unfortunately I cannot continue managing my account under these circumstances.I am therefore kindly requesting that this contract please be cancelled urgently, as the current arrangement is placing me under financial strain. Please also stop any further debit orders while this matter is being resolved.Please contact me on *** to discuss the cancellation and final way forward, as I would like this matter resolved as soon as possible.Kind regards,
Nelly
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Nelly's update07 May 2026, 10:55
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thank you coz now im on minus 500 becaise of cell its not fair for me to pay that even last month i paid over ,and wat frustrates me even wen we escalate we are not taken seriou as a client , will await for the call
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Nelly's update07 May 2026, 11:38
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Thank you
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Nelly's update08 May 2026, 10:27
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Good day,I am writing to formally escalate this matter.Following your previous response, I did receive a call from one of your consultants. Unfortunately, I was unhappy with the manner in which the call was handled. The consultant was dismissive of my concerns and refused to assist me with cancelling the contract despite the financial difficulties I have explained on multiple occasions.I previously advised that I was willing to make manual payments, however multiple debit orders were still processed against my account, resulting in my FNB account going into a negative balance and causing additional bank charges.I feel that my concerns are not being taken seriously, despite my repeated communication and efforts to resolve this matter amicably.I am once again requesting that this contract be cancelled or that an alternative resolution be provided urgently, as I cannot continue with the current debit order situation.Please escalate this matter to a senior consultant or manager for urgent intervention.Kind regards,
Nelly
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Nelly's update08 May 2026, 11:02
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Thank you
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Nelly's update16 May 2026, 07:38
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Dear Cell C GM, Thank you for your feedback. I am dissatisfied with the manner in which this matter has been handled, as your response appears focused on defending the account rather than addressing my actual concerns. I was never informed about the alleged outstanding balance or unsuccessful debit orders until I personally raised concerns regarding the account. Had proper communication been provided earlier, this matter could have been addressed before restrictions and additional bank charges occurred. Furthermore, I was never informed about any prorated charges on my account. Your response now states that prorated billing does not apply in this instance, however this was never properly explained or communicated to me beforehand, which added to the confusion regarding the billing discrepancies I queried. Due to the repeated unsuccessful debit orders and ongoing deductions linked to this contract, I have continuously incurred bank charges and financial inconvenience. Even today, another bank charge was deducted because of Cell C transactions on my account. This situation is unfair and unacceptable. I also want clarity on why my account was accessed multiple times without properly resolving the matter or providing a clear breakdown that justifies the charges being claimed. Given the poor service experience, ongoing billing disputes, and financial prejudice caused to me, I no longer wish to continue with this contract. Please treat this email as a formal request for immediate cancellation of the contract and provide me with the necessary cancellation process and final settlement details in writing.
Regards,
Nelly
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Nelly's update21 May 2026, 12:06
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I previously requested the cancellation of my Cell C account and removal of my personal details, however there has been no response for several days. Despite this, Cell C has continued to process/attempt debit orders on my account. As a result, my bank account is now overdrawn (currently -R458). This situation is unacceptable because:
  • My cancellation request has been ignored
  • My request for removal of details has not been actioned
  • Unauthorized debits are still being processed
  • I am now suffering financial loss due to this delay
I formally request:
  1. Immediate cancellation of my account
  2. Immediate cessation of all debit attempts
  3. Refund/reversal of all unauthorized debits
  4. Confirmation that my personal details have been removed from their system
If this is not resolved urgently, I will escalate this matter to the relevant regulatory bodies, as this is now causing ongoing financial harm.
Cell C
Cell C's reply21 May 2026, 15:13
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Dear Nelly, 

Thank you for your correspondence.

We acknowledge receipt of your requests and understand your concerns regarding the account, billing, and cancellation.

Please note the following:

  • Our records continue to reflect unsuccessful debit orders from February, which resulted in the outstanding balance currently on your account.
  • You were previously requested to provide proof of payment for any amounts you believe were successfully debited; however, this has not been received to date. Without this, we are unable to verify your claim or amend the balance.
  • With regard to billing, there is no indication of double billing on the account, as prorated charges are only applicable on the first invoice or in the case of an upgrade, which does not apply here.

Regarding your cancellation request:

  • Your contract cannot be cancelled without following the required cancellation process, which includes settlement of the outstanding balance and any applicable early cancellation fees.
  • Debit order attempts will continue in line with your contractual agreement until the account is settled and formally cancelled.

Your concerns have been noted, and the matter has been escalated for final review. Should you wish us to reassess the balance, we kindly request that you submit valid proof of payment reflecting successful transactions.

We remain committed to resolving this matter within the bounds of the contractual terms.

Kind regards,
 Cell C | TM 
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Nelly's update21 May 2026, 16:12
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I acknowledge your response, however I do not accept the ongoing debits or the handling of this matter. I have repeatedly requested cancellation of this account since February due to poor service and unresolved issues. Despite this, debit orders have continued, causing ongoing financial harm including bank charges and a negative bank balance. I have already instructed that I do not want this contract and I am not willing to continue under these conditions. The continued debiting of my account without resolution of my cancellation request is unacceptable. To be clear:
  • I am requesting immediate cancellation of this account
  • I am requesting that ALL debit order attempts be stopped immediately
  • I dispute the ongoing debits and the resulting charges on my account
  • I am unable to provide “proof of payment” for successful debits because the issue is that these deductions are not reflecting correctly and are part of the dispute
I am not agreeing to continue this contract. Please escalate this urgently for cancellation confirmation and final closure of the account. I expect written confirmation that no further debits will be processed and that cancellation has been effected.
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Nelly's update05 Jun 2026, 13:11
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Dear Cell C Customer Service,I am writing to express my frustration regarding the cancellation of my Cell C contract.I previously requested that my contract be cancelled, however, to date no one has contacted me or assisted me with the cancellation process. Despite my request, Cell C continues to attempt debits against my bank account, which has resulted in unnecessary bank charges being incurred on my FNB account.Furthermore, I received a statement yesterday indicating that I owe approximately R1,000. I do not understand how this amount has accumulated, as my services have long been suspended. I am not receiving any service, making calls, or using any data, yet I continue to be billed.I would like Cell C to urgently:
  1. Confirm the status of my cancellation request.
  2. Immediately stop all debit attempts against my account.
  3. Provide a detailed explanation of the charges reflected on my account.
  4. Reverse any incorrect charges that have been added after my cancellation request.
  5. Provide written confirmation that this matter has been resolved.
I have made several attempts to resolve this issue directly with Cell C without success. If this matter is not addressed urgently, I will have no option but to escalate my complaint further through HelloPeter and other relevant consumer complaint channels.I look forward to your urgent response.
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Nelly's update23 Jun 2026, 11:13
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Good day

Im stil waiting for way foward n u still causing more charged. And this account not cancelled
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Nelly's update26 Jun 2026, 18:01
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As per my previous messages cancel this contract i dont want it anymore.i wrote over 30 msgs n no way foward
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Nelly's update06 Sept 2026, 16:18
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My conttract still not cancelled as i advised ...are we forced now to keep a contract..kindly urgently assit witj cancellations
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Nelly's update06 Sept 2026, 17:47
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I long asked for this contract to be cancelled no one is attending to it untill now.
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Nelly's update07 Sept 2026, 08:35
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No i didnt make payment towards anything..i long requested for this to be cancelled bt .feet is been dragged for months till now..