Given the sharp increase in reported cases wherein unsuspecting individuals have been swindled out of their hard-earned financial benefits, the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF), is once again issuing an alert to its members, pensioners, and beneficiaries of an illegal scam by fake agents who pretend to be representatives of the GEPF soliciting a fee to assist claimants to receive their money.
The GEPF would like to clarify to its members and the general public that the Fund deals directly with its clients, and does not charge for its services, nor does it recommend agents, companies, or any third party individuals to act on its behalf,” said Rakgwatha Mokou, Manager: Media and External Stakeholder Relations.
Mokou added any person claiming to offer services on behalf of the GEPF and requesting payment is committing fraud and the public is urged to report them to law enforcement agencies such as the South African Police Service (SAPS).
The GEPF would like to make the public aware of the following:
• The GEPF services are FREE;
• No one is allowed to ask for a fee to assist current and former members, pensioners, beneficiaries, and their families concerning any GEPF-provided services;
• Take necessary precautions to protect your personal information such as identity document number and bank account details and do not share it with unauthorised persons.
Should members, pensioners, and beneficiaries of the fund, as well as members of the public, require more information, they are urged to call the GEPF on 0800 117 669 or email: enquiries@gepf.co.za or visit the nearest GEPF office.
