Debt collection industry gets well deserved kick up the backside

Towards the end of 2012, the Banking Association of South Africa and the Minister of Finance reached an agreement to suspend the use of emolument attachment orders (‘EAO’) with a view to curbing the irresponsible collection of debt.  This agreement was not legally binding and many entities continued to use this methodology to collect outstanding … Continue reading Debt collection industry gets well deserved kick up the backside

The debt collection industry is rife with fraud and abuse

I am not the first, nor I suspect the last, that will testify to the fact that the debt collection industry in South Africa is in a total mess.  Moneyweband ENCAhave both reported extensively on the topic.  Unfortunately, and the powerful National Credit Act notwithstanding, thousands of individuals continue to be exploited via fraudulently obtained … Continue reading The debt collection industry is rife with fraud and abuse