No gifts for Pikitup staff

Pikitup reminds residents again this year, not to give Christmas gifts to its waste removal staff, especially during the festive season. “Pikitup employees are forbidden from soliciting Christmas gifts from members of the public, as this goes against company policy for staff to take part in this tradition,” said Pikitup acting managing director Suren Maharaj.

Maharaj was advising residents and business owners in Johannesburg against individuals who masquerade as Pikitup staff requesting ‘Christmas boxes’ and ‘donations’. “Residents are under no obligation whatsoever to offer any gifts to Pikitup’s refuse collection staff, as the company does pay a bonus to its staff at the end of the year,” said Maharaj.

All residents are urged to report imposters and staff who approach or harass them for gifts or donations. These are to be reported to the police, or contact the City of Johannesburg’s 24/7 toll-free hotline on 080 000 2587, or email anticorruption@tip-offs.com or send an SMS to 32840, for a fee of R1.50.

For other queries, visit www.pikitup.co.za or contact Joburg Connect on 011 375 5555 or 086 056 2874.