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Running a business in South Africa comes with unique challenges, and security is right at the top of that list. At Safeguard Asset Protection Services, we know that protecting your building isn’t just about reacting to crime; it’s about preventing it before it happens. That’s the beauty of off-site monitoring.

South Africa faces an alarming surge in kidnappings, with 17,000 cases reported in just one year. Business owners are particularly vulnerable, falling victim to two distinct types of crimes: Express kidnappings target individuals carrying cash or payment cards. Victims are temporarily held while criminals force them to withdraw funds from

The landscape of South African university life faces unprecedented security challenges, with a disturbing rise in serious crimes affecting our student communities. Gender-based violence, unwelcome initiations, muggings, rape, kidnappings and even murder have become grave concerns across various institutions. These are not just statistics – they represent real threats to

In the shadowy world of organised crime, copper has become the new gold. South Africa’s roads, once mere arteries of commerce, now serve as hunting grounds for syndicates targeting this valuable commodity.  The stakes are high. Copper mined in Zambia and the DRC, which accounts for about 10% of global

The holiday season promises a well-earned rest but it also requires heightened awareness of personal safety. As a security company committed to protecting South Africans, we’ve compiled essential travel safety tips to help you enjoy your time away with confidence. Keeping safe starts with being alert and making smart choices.

Imagine driving down a seemingly peaceful road, only to have your journey abruptly halted by a vicious ambush. In Gauteng and North West, vehicle spiking incidents are escalating alarmingly, putting countless motorists in grave danger. This dangerous tactic involves criminals placing sharp objects on the roads to puncture tyres, forcing