Prepare for disruption, not disaster, as South Africa heads to the polls By Adriaan Otto, Managing Director, Excellerate Services

Prepare for disruption, not disaster, as South Africa heads to the...

As the local government elections on 4 November draw closer, it’s worth being clear about what election readiness means. The intelligence picture currently doesn’t...
A visible house number can make all the difference in an emergency

A visible house number can make all the difference in an...

12 October 2026 - Technology such as satellite navigation has made it easier than ever to locate an address. However, arriving in the right...
Petrol station safety: Simple steps to stay one step ahead

Petrol station safety: Simple steps to stay one step ahead

5 October 2026 - For many motorists, stopping at a petrol station is part of the daily commute. But a quick stop to refuel,...
Safeguarding our community assets is everyone’s responsibility

Safeguarding our community assets is everyone’s responsibility

30 September 2026 - From public spaces and community facilities to essential infrastructure and shared resources, protecting community assets is vital to creating safer,...
Small community crime tip-offs are increasingly leading to big security wins

Small community crime tip-offs are increasingly leading to big security wins

Some of the most effective crime-fighting interventions begin with the simple act of a member of the public noticing and immediately reporting that something...
Safer public spaces need more than a warning to “be careful”, says Fidelity Services Group

Safer public spaces need more than a warning to “be careful”,...

Stats SA data shows a mixed crime picture, while fewer than four in 10 South Africans feel safe walking alone after dark South Africa’s latest...
Men, Where Are We?

Men, Where Are We?

September 22, 2026 Women are afraid of men. Read that sentence again. Not all men. But enough men that women have changed the way they live because...
Bolt highlights Women for Women as a growing safety-focused option for female riders

Bolt highlights Women for Women as a growing safety-focused option for...

Women for Women, an established and growing ride category, offers female passengers an additional safety-focused choice when booking a trip. As conversations around women’s safety...
Summer body training starts today but safety should be part of the routine

Summer body training starts today but safety should be part of...

14 September 2026 - As warmer weather arrives and more people head outdoors to run, walk, cycle and exercise, getting “summer ready” is likely...
Moving to a new home? Remember to put security on the checklist. Image supplied by PR company.

Moving to a new home? Remember to put security on the...

For many South Africans, the dream of a different lifestyle continues to influence where they choose to live. The latest Lightstone data shows that while...
Eight practical ways women can strengthen their personal security away from home

Eight practical ways women can strengthen their personal security away from...

This Women’s Month, we are taking a closer look at how women can feel more prepared and secure when they are away from home...
Protecting vacant properties: Keeping your home and community safe

Protecting vacant properties: Keeping your home and community safe

Vacant properties can quickly become targets for criminals when left unattended. Break-ins, theft of building materials, vandalism and illegal occupation are among the risks,...