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Gerald

1 reviews | Active since Sept 2022

27 Sept 2025, 10:56

Misled by by Vodacom: Hidden Fees After Promised Lower Package

I was contacted by a Vodacom consultant with an offer for a lower-priced package. Naturally, I agreed, expecting my monthly payments to go down. The migration was done, and I assumed there were no hidden fees, as I was never informed of any.

However, when I later requested to revert to my previous package, I was suddenly hit with a migration fee of R1,500—something I was never told about beforehand. This fee was never disclosed during the initial offer or migration process.

I feel misled and frustrated. What was promised as a cost-saving package turned into unexpected additional charges. Vodacom’s lack of transparency and communication in this matter is unacceptable. I expect this fee to be removed and proper clarification to be given immediately.

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Vodacom
Vodacom's reply27 Sept 2025, 12:13
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 Dear Customer,  Thank you for making us aware of your complaint.  Kindly be advised that a consultant will make contact with you in due course to assist with your query.  ***Please note*** Beware of phishing ****s.  Vodacom will not contact you via Whatsapp to request your personal details  Regards,  Vodacom Consumer Website Team  
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Gerald's update27 Sept 2025, 12:19
Reviewer Update
I have already contacted a consultant regarding this issue and was told I would receive feedback by Wednesday. However, my R4,000 debit order is scheduled for 1 October, and I do not have this amount available due to the unexpected charges. If the debit order bounces, it will create another problem for me. I cannot cover this out of my own budget, so I need this matter to be fully resolved before Monday. Please escalate this urgently to ensure the incorrect charges are removed and my account is corrected in time.


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Gerald's update27 Sept 2025, 12:23
Reviewer Update
I don’t care what steps need to be taken, but this matter must be resolved immediately. I have been a loyal Vodacom client for over 10 years, and I cannot accept being misled or charged unexpected fees.