Exploiting and unprofessional speed courier service

I recieved a gift from a friend. The gift was sent from France. I was notified when it came into South Africa on 30/03/2021.

I was notified to pay customized charges/registration charges of R3000. Then on the 31st they wanted R4500 for money laundry clearence charges(I wasn't aware that my friend put money in the package for me to help with my medical bills, since I am terminal) . In between these notices I am told via WhatsApp that may package will be sent the next day.

On the 6th of April I am notified to pay R6500 for cost of conversion and anti money laundering clearence certificate and get told that they will put the money in my account in 24hours and the certificate will be in my package which will be delivered the next day.

Then on the 7th of April I get notified that I need to pay R21000 for cost of transfer.

This is exploitation. I am the recipient and unemployed and terminal. This company is unprofessional and cruel. I have suffered 2 relapses due to stress over a gift that was sent to me.

I don't have R21000. So they'll probably keep my package, my money and the payments of R14000 I have paid so far.

This company is horrible.