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Just wanna send a huge shoutout to the Debt Rescue team, including Sha-Sha Lee Gordon, Annelien van der Poel and Hlamalani Baloyi, for walking with me every step of the way towards regaining my fina... See more
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I recently visited there offices, everyone was kind and assisted me immediately. Offered some coffee while I wait. The consultant Memory came to assist me, very friendly and addressed my issues right... See more
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Debt Rescue – South Africa’s Leading Debt Counselling Experts Debt Rescue is South Africa’s #1 registered debt counselling company, trusted by thousands of consumers since the inception of the industry in 2007. We specialise in helping over-indebted South Africans regain financial freedom through a transparent, legal, and affordable process. Our qualified and experienced debt counsellors negotiate directly with your creditors to reduce monthly debt repayments, consolidate all your debt into one manageable payment, and provide legal protection against creditor harassment and asset repossession. This means you keep your home, car, and dignity while working towards a debt-free future under the full protection of the National Credit Act. We are passionate about empowering consumers to take control of their finances and break the cycle of debt for good. As a leading voice in consumer advocacy, we regularly appear in national media to educate South Africans about responsible credit use, the cost-of-living crisis, and practical debt solutions that work. At Debt Rescue, every client receives personalised support from a dedicated consultant who walks the journey with you from start to finish. Our mission is simple: to assist over-indebted consumers, restore financial stability, and rebuild confidence in their financial future. Registered with the National Credit Regulator Trusted by South Africans for over 18 years.
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Awesome service from Sha-Sha-Lee…
Awesome service from Sha-Sha-Lee Gordon. Since I started the process to remove the debt review she has been assisting me and keeping me updated of all changes. Really appreciate her prompt responses, kindness and professionalism in handling my case. High Five to her.
16 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Antonette
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that Sha-Sha-Lee Gordon has been providing you with awesome service and supporting you throughout the process of removing your debt review. It’s fantastic to know that she has kept you updated every step of the way and that her prompt responses, kindness, and professionalism made such a positive impact.
We’ll definitely pass on your high five to her! 🙌 Thank you for your trust and for choosing Debt Rescue—we’re always here to assist you.
Kind Regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
Debt Review Process
I was terrified making the decision to place myself under Debt Review in 2020 when my salary was slash in half and had to finance my daughters through University as a single dad. I've done my research and chose Debt Rescue after extensive due diligence.
I am happy and so relieve that I am approaching the end of this process and that Debt Rescue stood with me for the last 5 years. I will be completely debt free within the next few months. Debt Rescue accounted for every cent that I spend in the process. It was worth it. Shammie also assisted me to get refunds from the Creditors when and where they were overpaid.
Remember Creditors will never acknowledge over payments . But having Debt Rescue by your side make them more conscious and aware to be fair and reasonable.
Thank you Shammie and Debt Rescue for standing by me and making me strong.
Debt is sometimes necessary but it must be made responsibly for the right reasons.
Michael Dhlamini, Cape Town
15 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Michael
Thank you so much for your incredibly powerful and inspiring feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your journey with us.
We’re deeply moved to hear how difficult that decision was for you in 2020, especially while navigating a reduced income and supporting your daughters through university. It’s truly inspiring to see how far you’ve come, and we’re honoured to have stood by your side over the past 5 years.
Congratulations on being just a few months away from becoming completely debt free—that is an amazing achievement! We’re also so glad to hear that Shammie was able to assist you in ensuring every cent was accounted for and even helping with refunds where accounts were overpaid.
Your words about responsibility and resilience truly resonate, and we’re proud to have been part of your journey toward financial stability and strength.
Thank you again for your trust in Debt Rescue—we’re cheering you on all the way to the finish line!
Kind Regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
Owen Naidoo replied very fast to my…
Owen Naidoo replied very fast to my email. Awaiting for his feedback
14 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Nadia
Thank you so much for your feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re glad to hear that Owen Naidoo responded very fast to your email and is assisting you with your query. Providing prompt and efficient service is something we always strive for.
We’re confident he will continue to keep you updated, and we appreciate your patience while awaiting his feedback. Thank you for choosing Debt Rescue!
Kind Regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
Memory
Memory was really very helpful and she made us feel very comfortable. Thank you Memory.
13 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Chantel
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that Memory was really very helpful and made you feel comfortable throughout the process. Providing supportive and reassuring service is exactly what we strive for.
Kind Regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
Owen Naidoo assisted with my annual…
Owen Naidoo assisted with my annual review and gave me favourable feedback timeously and professionally.
14 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Donovan
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that Owen Naidoo assisted you with your annual review and provided favourable feedback in a timely and professional manner. Delivering efficient and reliable support is exactly what we strive for.
Kind regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
Debt Rescue are very professional
Debt Rescue have handled my debt review process very well. Owen Naidoo has done my annual review and everything is still on track. Looking forward to being debt free again. Thank you so much.
14 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Amanda
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that your debt review process has been handled very well and that Owen Naidoo ensured your annual review is on track. It’s great to know everything is progressing smoothly as you move closer to your goal.
Wishing you all the best on your journey to becoming debt free again—we’re excited for you! Thank you for trusting Debt Rescue to be part of your journey.
Kind regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
Debt Rescue & Owen Naidoo
Very happy with the care i reciaved from Debt Rescue.
Was Helped by Owen Naidoo. Help and response was fast and proffesional
14 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Wynand
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that you are very happy with the care you received from Debt Rescue, and that Owen Naidoo provided fast and professional assistance. That’s exactly the level of service we strive to deliver to all our clients.
Kind Regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
Maria Moketoa was very helpful when i…
Maria Moketoa was very helpful when i needed a clearance certificate
13 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Ramon
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that Maria Moketoa was very helpful when you needed assistance with your clearance certificate. Providing efficient and supportive service during this important stage is exactly what we strive for.
Your feedback means a lot to us—thank you for choosing Debt Rescue!
Kind Regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
Owen from Debt Rescue was very…
Owen from Debt Rescue was very professional and simpathetic to my personal situation. He made me feel rest assured and relieved.
14 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Yollie
Thank you so much for your heartfelt feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that Owen provided you with professional and sympathetic support, and that he made you feel reassured and relieved during your situation. That’s exactly the level of care and understanding we strive to provide to our clients.
Your kind words mean a lot to us—thank you for choosing Debt Rescue!
Kind Regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
Owen Naidoo Debt Rescue
Owen Naidoo was very quick in responses, professional and friendly service all around.
13 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Lejeune
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that Owen Naidoo provided very quick responses along with professional and friendly service. That’s exactly the level of support we strive to deliver to all our clients.
Your kind words mean a lot to us
Kind regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
Thanks too Trisha Govender for her good…
Thanks too Trisha Govender for her good service
7 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Nazley
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that Trisha Govender provided you with good service. She is a valued member of our team who is dedicated to supporting our clients with care and professionalism.
Your feedback means a lot to us—thank you for choosing Debt Rescue!
Kind regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
Great service from Owen Naidoo
Great service from Owen Naidoo. Very professional. Same day feedback provided
13 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Susan
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that you received great service from Owen Naidoo and that you found him very professional, with same-day feedback provided. Delivering prompt and professional support is exactly what we strive for.
Kind regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
A friendly team.
Debt Rescue have been very helpful with the sign up process and updating me on the progress of my payments. I have friends who used other services and have run into issues I have not had. Everyone I have dealt with has been very friendly, I give a special thank you to Owen Naidoo for taking the time to follow up with me and confirm my request when I wanted to ammend something. He was kind and understanding of my concerns and took the time to reassure me all was in order.
13 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Romy
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that you found the sign-up process helpful and that you’ve been kept updated on the progress of your payments. It’s especially rewarding to know that your experience has been smooth compared to others—this is exactly what we strive for.
We’re also glad to hear that everyone you’ve dealt with has been friendly, and a special thank you for highlighting Owen Naidoo. It’s fantastic to know he took the time to follow up, confirm your request, and reassure you with kindness and understanding.
Kind Regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
Great service
When dealing with the right consultant, this company is amazing. So shout out to Marlize van Wyk - you make things happen and you make them happen SUPER efficiently. Thanks for all your help.
13 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Michelle
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that you’ve had such a positive experience and that Marlize van Wyk made such a strong impression. It’s fantastic to know that she makes things happen and does so SUPER efficiently—that’s exactly the level of service we strive to deliver.
Your shoutout means a lot to us, and we’re proud to have team members like Marlize who go the extra mile for our clients. Thank you for your support!!
Kind regards
Debt Rescue Team
Person who assist me (Owen Naidoo) he…
Person who assist me (Owen Naidoo) he knows his work and he is so easy to understand when he explains to you
10 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Frans
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that Owen Naidoo knows his work and that he explains everything in such a way that is easy to understand. Clear and supportive communication is exactly what we strive for.
Kind Regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
Great service
Great service from Owen Naidoo making the process much easier and less stressful.
9 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day William
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that you received great service from Owen Naidoo and that he was able to make the process much easier and less stressful for you. Providing support and peace of mind during this journey is exactly what we strive for.
Kind Regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
Great service from Owen Naidoo
A quick and swift response from the specialist Owen Naidoo !!. It is great to have a personalised service when you communicate with Debt Rescue because it shows you are not just a client but are valued. Great service from Owen, keep it up and do the same to others
10 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Eddie
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that you received a quick and swift response from Owen Naidoo, and that his personalised approach made you feel valued and not just like a client. That’s exactly the level of care and attention we strive to provide.
Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we’ll be sure to pass your encouragement on to Owen.
Kind regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
Owen Naidoo made the proses easy and…
Owen Naidoo made the proses easy and always willing to assist if there are any questions. Made the debt review proses a more enjoyable one
9 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Lourens
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that Owen Naidoo made the process easy and was always willing to assist whenever you had questions. It’s especially great to know that he helped make your debt review journey a more enjoyable one.
Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we’re proud to have team members like Owen who are dedicated to supporting our clients every step of the way. Thank you for choosing Debt Rescue!
Kind regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
From the start Debt Rescue went out of…
From the start Debt Rescue went out of their way especially Owen Naidoo was very helpful. His service is top notch. I will recommend Debt Rescue to anybody. Thanks to Owen.
9 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day Amanda
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that from the very start, Debt Rescue went out of our way to assist you, and that Owen Naidoo was very helpful and delivered top-notch service. He is a valued member of our team who is committed to providing the highest level of support to our clients.
Your willingness to recommend Debt Rescue to others means the world to us. Thank you again for your trust—we’re always here to help!
Kind Regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
Debtrescue saved my life
During Covid it felt like the end of the world to me, and I did everything to keep going and keep my home. Without them not only stepping in to help me, but also giving me the expert advice that they did and the things I knew nothing about, I don't think I'd still be standing here today.
I just want to give a shout out to Greg Best and Owen Naidoo for everything that they've done for me.
8 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Debt Rescue (Pty) Ltd
Good day DJ
Thank you so much for sharing your heartfelt experience with us. We’re truly moved by your words and honored that we could support you during such a difficult time. It means the world to hear that, when it “felt like the end of the world,” our team was able to step in, provide expert advice, and help you keep going and protect your home.
A special thank you for the shoutout to Greg Best and Owen Naidoo — we’re incredibly proud of their dedication and the care they show our clients every day.
Your story is a powerful reminder of why we do what we do. Thank you for trusting Debt Rescue to walk this journey with you.
Kind regards
Marlize
Debt Rescue
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