From reality TV to harsh reality for Peet Viljoen
JOHANNESBURG - Crowdfunding platform BackaBuddy has removed Mel Viljoen's fundraising campaign for her husband.
The campaign sought to raise funds for Peet Viljoen's legal costs.
The disgraced lawyer faces over 400 charges, including fraud, theft and corruption for his alleged role in a scheme to illegally sell municipal property.
READ: From reality TV to harsh reality for Peet Viljoen
The campaign had a goal to raise R400, 000 and had raised R 3,620 by the time it was shut down.
"This campaign has been closed in line with BackaBuddy’s platform standards and Terms and Conditions, which we apply consistently to protect donors, campaign creators, and the integrity of our community. Decisions like this are never taken lightly and are guided entirely by our commitment to fairness, transparency, and platform trust," BackaBuddy said.
BackaBuddy said all eligible donations are in the process of being systematically refunded.
"If you are a donor and have questions regarding your refund processing timeline, please contact us directly at [email protected], and our support team will gladly assist you," BackaBuddy said.