Desperation drives many to seek loans

CASH-STRAPPED: Many people are forced to seek loans from financial service providers in a bid to have a joyous festive season Picture: SIBONGILE NGALWA
CASH-STRAPPED: Many people are forced to seek loans from financial service providers in a bid to have a joyous festive season Picture: SIBONGILE NGALWA
An increasing number of cash-strapped consumers have been forced to take out short term loans to make it through the festive season.

In Mdantsane, young and old were yesterday seen queuing outside one financial loan business, forming a long, snake-like pattern along the corridors.

Mncebisi Mapasa, 74, from Nxarhuni Location, said it was his first time applying for a loan and hoped to qualify.

“I have many problems and they all require money,” he said. “I am anxious to know how much I qualify for.”

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