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The Real Cost of Failed Municipal Audits

31 Mar 2025

South Africa's municipal finances are in troubled waters. The latest audit report paints a concerning picture, only 34 out of 257 municipalities (a mere 13.2%) received clean audits for 2022/23, down from 38 the previous year, but what does this mean for everyday South Africans?

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How City Improvement Districts Fill Municipal Service Gaps

31 Mar 2025

As South African municipaliies grapple with financial mismanagement, evidenced by only 13.2% achieving clean audits in 2022/23, City Improvement Districts (CIDs) have become vital in sustaining urban functionality. Since 1994, these privately funded zones have complemented struggling local governments by delivering services where municipalities fall short.

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South African Crime and Security in Perspective

24 Mar 2025

South Africa's crime landscape continues to evolve, with notable trends emerging across various crime categories. The latest Crime and Security March 2025 report, published by the Centre for Risk Analysis, provides a detailed overview of crime trends, law enforcement effectiveness, and the role of private security. Here’s a closer look at key takeaways from the report.

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Vehicle Crime Hotspots: Navigating the High-Risk Areas in Gauteng, Mpumalanga and Limpopo

17 Mar 2025

In a country where vehicle ownership is both a necessity and a status symbol, South Africans face the persistent shadow of vehicle-related crimes. Recent data analysis reveals concerning patterns across Gauteng, Mpumalanga, and Limpopo provinces, with hijackings remaining stubbornly consistent despite advances in vehicle security technology.

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Johannesburg's New CCTV By-Law: Balancing Security and Regulation

11 Mar 2025

In a move that has sparked significant debate across the security industry, the City of Johannesburg has implemented a comprehensive new by-law governing privately owned CCTV cameras. As a leading security provider in the region, we've been closely monitoring these developments and analysing what they mean for our clients and the broader security industry.

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When Storms Bring More Than Rain: How Extreme Weather Threatens Business Security in South Africa

02 Mar 2025

South Africa's current battle with extreme weather has unleashed more than just environmental havoc. Torrential rainfall has transformed parts of KwaZulu-Natal into flood zones, while last week, the City of Tshwane's Emergency Services Department issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms across many areas of Gauteng.

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Target Hardening: Strengthening Security Against Solar Panel Thefts

25 Feb 2025

In the wake of load shedding's unwelcome return, businesses and homeowners who invested in solar power face a resurging challenge, solar panel theft. To counter this persistent threat, we recommend a proactive strategy known as target hardening.

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Solar Panel Security: A Wake-Up Call as Load Shedding Returns

24 Feb 2025

Just when we thought load shedding was a thing of the past, recent weeks have seen the familiar pattern of power cuts return to South African households and businesses. While many companies had invested in solar solutions as their ticket to energy independence, this silver lining came with an unexpected dark cloud, the rising threat of solar panel theft.

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Estate Security: How Stable Communities Make Safer Homes

24 Feb 2025

The way we live in estates is changing. As South Africa moves to regulate short-term rentals, there's a bigger story to tell about security in our residential communities.

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