Stokvel warned of crime threats
ENSURE proper safer measures are taken to secure stokvel payments, warns the South African police.
“Stokvel related robberies and thefts are most prevalent from about this time of the year and we urge stokvel clubs to be pro-active and adopt reasonable measures to safeguard their money,” read a press release from KZN SAPS media’s Lieutenant Colonel Thulani Zwane.
Rather pay money to members via bank transfers where possible, instead of withdrawing large amounts of cash. Members without bank accounts should be encouraged to open one.
“Clubs that have to pay cash to their members, a practise which is inadvisable, should ensure that they have a secure venue with adequate safety measures in place when dividing and paying members their share of the year’s savings.
Stokvel clubs can also request their local police to patrol the vicinity of the venue where they are to make payments to their members, as this would deter criminal elements.”
When withdrawing money at ATMs, be watchful and take the necessary precautions.
“They should not withdraw large amounts of money, especially after hours when the streets are quiet and criminals are likely to be lurking around. Rather use the ATMs at shopping malls during business hours when it is safer or where there are security officials on duty.”
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