WATCH: SA mountain climber answers spam call mid-climb
"You truly can't escape telemarketers…"
If there's anyone who truly understands the frustration of spam calls, it's South Africans.
Spam calls have become an increasing issue in South Africa, with residents receiving an excessive number of calls almost daily.
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A recent video shared on social media proved that "you truly can't escape telemarketers."
Mountaineer, filmmaker, adventurer, author, and ranger Josh Crickmay posted a video on Instagram showing his friend answering a call from a telemarketer mid-mountain climb.
Hanging from the side of a mountain, the video shows Chris Johnston answering his phone while metres from the ground, with nothing but landscape views around him.
While most people (in a normal setting) would immediately lose their temper and even hang up, Johnston handled the situation with humour and grace.
If you saw where I am, darling, my premium would be incredibly high.
Before ending the call, the mountain climber politely declines the offer and greets the person on the phone.
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"I'm going to have to respectfully decline the opportunity. Thank you very much though."
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The video has garnered more than 350,000 views and 26,000 likes.
South Africans were in stitches over the absurd moment but also applauded the man for his patience and kindness.
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