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Prudence J

1 reviews | Active since May 2024

02 Mar 2026, 17:08

Unauthorized debit order by clientele misleading sales tactics at plaza in fordsburg

I am extremely dissatisfied and concerned about the conduct of Clientèle representatives who approached me at Plaza Mall. I was approached by a Clientèle consultant promoting vouchers for movies, Spur meals, and other partner outlets. I was explicitly informed that this promotion would not involve any fees or deductions. Based on this information, I allowed the consultant to take my name, surname, and ID number only. When I was asked for my banking details, I clearly refused to provide them and indicated that I was not interested in any paid policy or debit order arrangement. Despite this, I discovered on Saturday afternoon that an amount of R170 was debited from my Capitec bank account without my knowledge, authorization, or signed consent. I never agreed to any insurance policy, DebiCheck mandate, or financial agreement with Clientèle. This deduction was processed without lawful authorization and appears to be the result of misleading sales practices.

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Replies (4)
Clientele Life
Clientele Life's reply02 Mar 2026, 21:01
Official
Dear Prudence J, 

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, 

Market Conduct 

Clientele Life
Clientele Life's reply05 Mar 2026, 07:01
Official
Dear Prudence J, 

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 Monica Ngubane 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 
PJ
Prudence J's update06 Mar 2026, 12:08
Reviewer Update
Update: Issue Resolved
I would like to provide an update regarding my previous complaint.
Clientèle contacted me after I posted my complaint and confirmed that the policy linked to my details has been cancelled. They also assured me that no further debit orders will be processed from my bank account.
I appreciate that they responded and addressed the matter.
Thank you for resolving the issue
Clientele Life
Clientele Life's reply06 Mar 2026, 12:13
Official
Dear Prudence J,

We value our client's input with regard to the quality of our service and appreciate the time taken to share your experience with us. 
 
We are glad that we could be of assistance. We take pride in rendering Superior Service to our clients.                       

We shall convey your compliment to the relevant management team whom we know will truly appreciate this positive feedback. 
 
Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any further queries. 
 
Yours sincerely, 

Market Conduct