Zero communication and bizarre tactics from Vodacom

Tried to take up a contract today with Vodacom again after many years - saw one of their ads on media. But it turns out I am in "Pre-Legal" status ? No "Pre" communication from them whatsoever - my last invoice and statement all clear when I ended my previous contract and migrated to Telkom Freeme.

Shocking what Vodacom does in the background - who knows what else they are feeding credit agencies and other related systems. This from a well established, trusted and developed company ? - I guess we go to MTN, not the same value deal but at least I know where I stand !!