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Owen L

1 reviews | Active since Dec 2014

02 Jan 2026, 20:09

*****ULENT policy created by Clientele & CAPITEC failing to protect my funds

I am writing this to express my absolute disgust and to warn others about the *****ulent activities involving Clientèle and the lack of protection from Capitec Bank. In November, I was approached by Clientèle agents who claimed they only wanted to check if I had an existing policy. I provided my ID for a check ONLY. I never signed a contract, never gave verbal consent, and never provided my banking details. To my shock, a debit order of R375.00 was taken from my Capitec account. To Clientèle: Your agents have committed *****. They used my ID to *******ly source my banking information and forged a mandate I never agreed to. This is a massive violation of the POPI Act. I have called your offices, and you refused to refund my money. I demand a full refund and the "voice recording" or "signed contract" you claim to have (which does not exist). To Capitec: I am extremely disappointed in your security. How was a debit order authorized without my approval via DebiCheck? Furthermore, when I reported this unauthorized transaction, I was told it couldn't be reversed. You are failing in your duty to protect your clients from debit-order abuse. I am currently in the process of opening a ******** case of ***** at SAPS and will be escalating this to both the Ombudsman for Long-term Insurance and the Ombudsman for Banking Services. I want my R375.00 back immediately and this *****ulent policy cancelled.

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Replies (3)
Clientele Legal
Clientele Legal's reply03 Jan 2026, 00:01
Official
 Dear Owen,
 
We confirm receipt of the concerns raised 
and apologize for any inconvenience 
caused.
 
Your query has been escalated to the 
relevant department for investigation and we 
will be in contact to assist.
 
Yours sincerely, 
Clientele Legal 
Clientele Legal
Clientele Legal's reply06 Jan 2026, 08:09
Official
Dear Owen L, 

Thank you for raising your concerns and bringing this matter to our attention. 

We confirm that our Market Conduct has investigated the contents of your complaint and Lerato Putuka has been in contact with you to provide the necessary feedback. 

You requested to cancel the policy and the cancellation of the debit order process was confirmed. 

We trust you find this in order and that this matter has been resolved to your satisfaction.  

Should you require further assistance please feel free to contact us. 

Regards, 
Market Conduct 


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Owen L's update22 Jan 2026, 21:21
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I need the money back