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Nonii N

1 reviews | Active since Jul 2014

29 Jul 2024, 05:07

First to plunder your pockets, then vanish when aid is sought.

To say I am exhausted and deeply frustrated with Rain is an understatement. The initial R1 deal was the only positive experience I had; the internet worked as expected. However, since the first debit order, I have been dealing with constant internet issues. Despite sending over 20 help requests, calling customer care, and reaching out on social media, I received no real assistance - just the absurd advice to move around the house for a signal. My tower was supposedly strong, yet I faced frequent disconnections: connected for two minutes, disconnected for 20 to 60 minutes, and reconnected briefly.

As a virtual worker, this ongoing problem has been incredibly disruptive and costly. The support I received after becoming a paying customer was pathetic compared to the pre-sale responsiveness. I was eventually contacted by an agent who only offered to address the issues if I made a payment. When I questioned why help was only available after missing a payment, given my repeated attempts to get support, I was given no satisfactory answer.

Recently, my account was debited again, despite the problem remaining unresolved. The promised 5G connection was nonexistent; I struggled with barely usable internet throughout the month. While the 2G network offered some improvement, disconnections continue.

This is my final request for assistance. If this issue is not resolved and my account reimbursed for both months immediately, I will escalate the matter to the Consumer Ombudsman.

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Replies (7)
Rain
Rain's reply29 Jul 2024, 08:13
Official
Hi Nonii,

Thank you for bringing your complaint to our attention,

We're sorry your rain experience hasn't been as good as expected.

We will be in touch to further assist.

Regards,
rain.
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Nonii N's update07 Aug 2024, 13:08
Reviewer Update
WHEN ARE YOU COLLECTING YOUR ROUTER?
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Nonii N's update07 Aug 2024, 15:52
Reviewer Update
Please note that I’ve received a text message from CCD claiming they’ve been trying to get a hold of me, which is not true. They called on Saturday but kept dropping calls. I called you several times to ask you to contact them, as my calls were not answered and some did not go through. As I’ve mentioned, I work remotely and can’t afford to lose any further income as I have bills to pay. CCD advised they will only collect on Monday.

Please note that I will drop the router off at your Rondebosch branch tomorrow and WILL NOT LEAVE UNTIL MY ACCOUNT IS REFUNDED . Again, please note: I WILL NOT LEAVE THE BRANCH UNTIL MY ACCOUNT IS FULLY REFUNDED.
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Nonii N's update08 Aug 2024, 10:40
Reviewer Update
I will be there shortly and trust that you'll process my refund as soon as possible.
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Nonii N's update10 Aug 2024, 16:47
Reviewer Update
Hi, I’ve just returned the router at your Rondebosch branch. Please process the refund as soon as possible. I’ll wait here.
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Nonii N's update11 Aug 2024, 01:01
Reviewer Update
I was advised by Lisa on 29 August 2024 that the router would be collected, but that never happened. On 3 August 2024, CCD kept calling and dropping the calls. When I tried to return the call, it wouldn’t go through. I contacted Rain network to ask them to call again and was told that CCD would only collect next week, which contradicts the up to 7 days that Lisa mentioned.

I had to return the router myself and encountered staff who lacked customer service and empathy. I’ve lost a significant amount of income due to being unable to work, as I rely on WiFi. This situation has also caused me to delay payment of other bills.

Today, 11 August 2024, I will be at your Rondebosch store at 9:00 AM until the refund reflects in my account so that I can pay for a more affordable and reliable WiFi. I’ve already informed Gift from the store that I will not wait 2-5 days for the refund - I cannot afford another loss of income.

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Nonii N's update12 Aug 2024, 17:45
Reviewer Update
I'm currently at the Rain Network Rondebosch branch, where Shannon and the rest of the staff are claiming that I’m holding them hostage because I refuse to leave until the refund reflects in my account. Despite them debiting my account even though I was no longer using their services, they have the audacity to play the victim. Vuyelwa and Jade from the Rondebosch branch advised me not to blame Shannon, stating that he wasn’t the one assisting me and that the Online team is responsible. They also refused to provide Shannon’s name when I asked for it in his absence. When I questioned why they are distancing themselves from the Online team, they denied doing so. Moreover, none of the staff have shown any empathy, even after I provided proof that this situation has caused me to reschedule with my students and resulted in lost income. Terrible WiFi and terrible service - they’re a perfect match.