Surviving a “blue light” kidnapping |
A recent feature on Carte Blanche has highlighted a new frightening criminal tactic where suspects impersonate police officers and end up kidnapping and robbing unsuspecting drivers en route to a destination. Linda Goodenough, Community Development Manager for Fidelity ADT says the majority of cases have been reported on the R59 so motorists on this highway […]
How to make sure your electric fence is doing its job
It is not uncommon to see properties without any form of perimeter protection in South Africa, but it certainly is not the norm as an unprotected perimeter is an open invitation to criminals. Walling or palisade fencing, often reinforced with electric fencing and other security systems are most common for homeowners. Complexes are also commonly […]
Women’s Month 2020 – Empower our women to keep them safe
It is up to each and every one of us to find ways to empower our country’s women and keep them safe. This is an important consideration for Women’s Month. August sees South Africa commemorate the Women’s march, which took place on the 9th of August 1956 in Pretoria. The marchers’ aims were to protest […]
Return of load shedding
The return of rotational load shedding means that home owners as well as business owners need to make sure their alarm and security systems are tested regularly and in a working condition. These tests need to focus in particular on the battery backup systems, to ensure that it will still offer monitoring and protection when […]
Mandela Month – A chance to honour our nation’s many security and healthcare heroes
July is a month in which we think back on the legacy of the father of our nation, Nelson Mandela. It is a month in which we focus on solidarity and inclusion, and the coronavirus pandemic makes this an appropriate chance to also honour our selfless and dedicated heroes and heroines. South Africa has […]
Safety in public open spaces and shops
Now that we are allowed to move about more freely under alert level three, it is important to do a refresher course on how to remain safe while visiting public spaces. The added aspect of this refresher is of course the health measures that one should follow. Lockdown regulations are very explicit about the requirement […]
Be safe when going back to school this Youth Month
Life is slowly returning to “normal” under Level 3 of the national lockdown, with children starting to head back to school and many more people to work. While this is a positive move in Youth Month, the sad reality of the lifting of lockdown restrictions is that criminals are also back to their routine. […]
This is not the time to downgrade your security
The national lockdown has had a positive effect on crime levels in the country, with Police Minister Bheki Cele confirming early in April that there had been a significant drop in serious and violent crimes since lockdown started on March 27. While this is good news, we would like to warn residents and businesses […]
Housebound? Keep security top of mind
Many people have had to change their Easter travel plans due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Crime picks up over Easter so whether staying at home or travelling a short distance to visit family, homeowners must remain vigilant about home security. Traditionally, criminals take advantage of empty homes and quieter streets over the Easter period. But […]
Concerning rise in household stress levels
This month News 24 reported a concerning increase in the number of gender based violence incidents. Precious Robinson, chairperson of SACSoWACH, a coalition of 33 non-governmental organisations (NGOs), which is supporting the Department of Health with its coronavirus response, expressed their concern and were quoted as saying, “The national government’s gender-based violence (GBV) and femicide […]