A Safeguard guide for parents and caregivers A mother stops for petrol, leaves her children buckled in the back, and runs inside to pay and pick up some snacks. A minute or two at most. She comes back out to find a stranger already at the car door, hand on
Rooftop solar panel theft has been making the news recently. What doesn’t make the news, necessarily, is what happens before installation, which is exactly where syndicates have shifted their focus. Panels in transit are at their most vulnerable. Still in their original packaging, palletised and unmarked, they’re easy to move,
For businesses moving high-value assets and individuals exposed to elevated security risks, travelling on South Africa’s roads is not something you leave to chance. Safeguard Asset Protection Service provides specialised escorting solutions to minimise risk throughout the journey. Based in Pretoria and operating nationwide, the team works with clients who
Time has a way of moving faster than we expect. It seems like only yesterday we opened our doors, yet this year we are celebrating a full decade of operations! Reaching ten years is no small achievement in today’s economic climate. It indicates that we have done something right, and
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
