An Overview of South Africa’s 2023/2024 Crime Statistics
19 Nov 2024An overview of the South African Police Service (SAPS) crime statistics for the 2023/2024 financial year has been released, shedding light on trends across various categories of crime. While some crimes have shown a decline, others, particularly violent crimes, continue to rise, painting a mixed picture of safety across the country.
Read moreCrime and Weather: Why South Africa’s Summer Months Demand Extra Security Vigilance
12 Nov 2024South Africa’s weather patterns have become increasingly unpredictable, with snow blanketing the Eastern Cape in November and the N3 highway facing dangerous closures and even a fatality from heavy snowfall in September. Amid these unusual weather shifts, the focus often falls on personal safety and planning for unexpected conditions, yet few consider how these changes might also impact crime patterns.
Read moreA Closer Look At Crime Statistics in South Africa Q2 2024
04 Nov 2024During the second quarter of 2024, South Africa saw commercial crime, assaults, drug-related offenses, and theft dominate the crime statistics. Although the total number of incidents in some categories showed a slight decline compared to earlier in the year, overall crime levels remained high.
Read moreThe Alliance Between SAPS and Private Security: A New Approach to Public Safety
14 Oct 2024Since the 1990s, the relationship between the South African Police Service (SAPS) and private security has been complex. As crime rates rose, so did the demand for private security services, driven by a perception that the police alone couldn’t meet the public's needs. Historically, this led to a divide between SAPS and private security, which remained until recently.
Read moreCOSATU Strike and Its Implications for South Africa’s Business Environment
06 Oct 2024The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) is currently facing criticism from the business community over a strike certificate issued nearly seven years ago. Granted in August 2017, this certificate addressed concerns about "weak economic growth" and "increasing job cuts." COSATU has since leveraged it for several strikes, including the nationwide protest taking place today, October 7, 2024.
Read moreHow Businesses Can Stay Safe from Cybersecurity Threats in 2024
29 Sep 2024In 2024, cyber threats are rapidly increasing worldwide, and South Africa is no exception. Many businesses still focus heavily on physical security, but digital threats, including phishing and ransomware attacks, pose equally serious dangers. Cybercriminals use tactics like phishing to trick individuals into sharing sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, and One Time Passwords (OTPs).
Read moreRising Trends: A Closer Look at South Africa's Latest Crime Statistics
22 Sep 2024The latest South African Police Service (SAPS) crime statistics for Q4 2023/2024 and Q1 2024/2025 were released and reveal significant insights into the state of crime across the country. The data highlights not only current crime hotspots but also details emerging trends, such as non-residential robberies which continue to evolve in both scale and method.
Read moreExtortion Crisis in South Africa: A Threat to Business Stability
18 Sep 2024Extortion, often disguised as "protection money," has become a significant issue in South Africa, disrupting the economy and costing lives. The practice, which started in remote areas, has now entrenched itself in urban settings, creating a complex and dangerous landscape that is proving challenging to dismantle.
Read moreUnderreported and Distrusted: Insights into South Africa's Lack of Confidence in Law Enforcement
08 Sep 2024Less than half of South Africa's housebreaking victims report the crime to the police, with many believing that law enforcement won't take action. This insight comes from Statistics South Africa's (Stats SA) 2023/2024 Victims of Crime Report, which used a sample size of 30,000 households across the country.
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