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Phil P

1 reviews | Active since Nov 2025

22 Nov 2025, 01:58

I got a surprise by Standard bank and I could not explain to my family why there is no food

For emergencies, it’s not a good idea to trust this Standard bank. They don’t tell or warn you that you need to update your account; they just silently freeze it. Even if consequences result in starving kids, I bet even death, they don’t care whatsoever. I got a big surprise when my card started declining. No transfers were allowed. The only thing I was allowed to do was log in. I checked everywhere in the app for any mistake while my 3-year-old boy was following me around looking for food. We went to bed with no food for 2 days. I ended up borrowing money from shark loans to phone the bank, only to be told, "You need to update your account. That’s why we froze your money."

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Standard Bank
Standard Bank's reply22 Nov 2025, 08:36
Official
Good day Phiri,

Thank you for bringing this issue to our attention. 

We have noted your concerns raised and we will follow up with the relevant team. 

Please be on the look for further communication. 

Kindest regards 
Standard Bank Hello Peter Team 
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Phil P's update22 Nov 2025, 15:21
Reviewer Update
I answered the call but was cut off. I understand the need to update the profile, but blocking people's accounts whenever it pleases you without any warning has devastating consequences. Please make sure you alert the account holders of the reasons, dates, and times before you take such drastic measures. this resulted in starving my child but; some clients may be in a worse situation. You are going to kill people who entrusted you with their money.
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Phil P's update22 Nov 2025, 18:17
Reviewer Update
Not updated yet. do you want me to email you my account deteils?