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Loan amount R 1,000 – R 15,000
Repayment term 3 – 12 months
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Loan amount R 500 – R 8,000
Repayment term 2 – 6 months
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  • Repayment terms: The minimum repayment period is 61 days, and the maximum is 365 days (or the maximum term set by partners).
  • Interest rate and CAT: The maximum Annual Interest Rate (TIA) may vary depending on the client's credit profile and the selected financial institution. Maximum annual interest rate: 450% (includes the interest rate and all annual fees). Weighted Average CAT (Total Annual Cost): 215.4% excluding VAT.
    (Note: These figures are for informational purposes only and may vary depending on the lender).

Representative Loan Example

For a loan of R5,250 with a repayment term of 120 days (4 months):

  • Annual interest rate: 110%
  • Total interest amount: R1,898
  • Opening fee (if applicable): R263
  • Total amount payable: R7,411
  • Informative CAT: 145.2% excluding VAT.

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The operator of this site and the services provided is not a lender, does not act as a broker, does not make loan offers, and does not make credit decisions. We do not represent specific lenders and do not control the lenders or partners within our network. Submitting information on this site constitutes a loan request, not a final application. We do not guarantee loan approval. Some lenders may request additional information or ask you to complete part of the process at a physical branch.

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This website is a financial services comparison tool and does not act as a lender, broker, or financial institution. The use of this site is free of charge for the user. kredzo.co.za does not guarantee credit approval, as this decision depends solely on the financial institution granting the loan.

Important: Short-term loans offered by third-party organizations are designed to solve temporary financial problems and are not a long-term financial solution.

If you have issues with your credit history or debt, it is recommended to seek professional financial advice and carefully review the terms and conditions of any offer before accepting it.

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