Consumer Protection Act, 2008 (Act No. 68 of 2008)Chapter 2 : Fundamental Consumer RightsPart G : Right to fair, just and reasonable terms and conditions50. Written consumer agreements |
1) | The Minister may prescribe categories of consumer agreements that are required to be in writing. |
2) | If a consumer agreement between a supplier and a consumer is in writing, whether as required by this Act or voluntarily— |
a) | it applies irrespective of whether or not the consumer signs the agreement; and |
b) | the supplier must provide the consumer with a free copy, or free electronic access to a copy, of the terms and conditions of that agreement, which must— |
i) | satisfy the requirements of section 22; and |
ii) | set out an itemised break-down of the consumer’s financial obligations under such agreement. |
3) | If a consumer agreement between a supplier and a consumer is not in writing, a supplier must keep a record of transactions entered into over the telephone or any other recordable form as prescribed. |