in Africa, Crisis Management, Local knowledge, Personal Protection, Personal Security Kidnappings in South Africa: How to Stay Safe
According to security experts, most kidnap scenarios occur on public streets within 3,5 miles of the victim’s home or office. Likewise, kidnappings in South Africa also tend to transpire in locations familiar to the victim. The reason is that they feel safe, resulting in reduced awareness of their surroundings. In such instances, the intended target...
in Africa, Crisis Management, Fast Response, Local knowledge Investigation and Evacuation in South Africa: Your Guide
The security industry continues to be one of the most diverse markets in the world. In fact, it also covers some of the more delicate affairs, like those surrounding quick evacuations and private investigations. In many African countries, both services are experiencing an uptick in comparison to the last ten years. Therefore, in this article,...
in Africa, Crisis Management, Ground Team, Local knowledge, Personal Protection, Roadside Robbery Safety in South Africa – A Guide for Foreign Travelers
As the third-largest economy, South Africa is the most technologically advanced, industrialized, and diversified country on the continent. Therefore, one would assume that all other sectors will follow suit. In other words, that South Africa will find itself at an equivalent high standing regarding its security and safety in public. However, the current situation does...
in Africa, Crisis Management, Demonstrations, Ground Team Safety Tips for Your Business Trip to Senegal
A prominent African nation, Senegal was home to the first movie filmed on the continent and hosts seven World Heritage Sites. Moreover, given the decades-long political stability and economic growth, a business trip to Senegal presents an excellent opportunity for foreigners visiting the country. The African nation is not subject to the violence that otherwise...
in Africa, Demonstrations, Ground Team, Personal Security Safety Tips for Your Business Trip to Namibia
In stark contrast to neighboring South Africa, western foreign ministries rank Namibia as a very safe country. In fact, some of them assert that “most visits to Namibia are trouble-free.” About half the size of the US state of Alaska, the African nation has a small population of 2.1 million. Moreover, it belongs to one...
Due to its proximity to the Old Continent and the accompanying cultural norms, Tunisia resembles a semi-developed European state. As a result, the country features a reasonably open society, with business practices virtually the same as those across Europe. In this article, we will explore safety tips for your business trip to Tunisia. With close...
in Africa, Ground Team, Local knowledge, Personal Protection, Personal Security, Risk Assessment Useful Advice on Travel and Vehicle Selection in West Africa
As the CSO, you have a lot on your plate. The ultimate responsibility for physical and digital security rests on your shoulders. Moreover, your role probably encapsulates everything from fraud prevention to business continuity planning. That said, dealing with vehicle selection can present a small effort with a high impact when your company leaders travel...
in Africa, Crisis Management, Demonstrations, Fast Response, Ground Team Secure Travel in Nigeria Despite Growing Insecurity
Traveling to Nigeria presents widespread security challenges. Not only because of the jihadist mutiny operating in the Northeast but other armed gangs who have taken power in the remainder of the country. As such, assuring secure travel in Nigeria is no easy feat. This is further complicated by the Nigerian police force being underfunded and...
in Africa, Coronavirus, Crisis Management, Demonstrations, Ground Team Secure Travel in Ethiopia: Your Simple Yet Effective Guide
According to the Legatum Prosperity Index, Ethiopia ranks 150 out of 167 countries worldwide. The said index is a framework assessing countries on the promotion of their residents’ flourishing, and reflects both economic and social wellbeing. Moreover, the state’s worrying prospects in economic quality, infrastructure, and social capital contribute to its general instability. Therefore, we...
in Africa, Crisis Management, Local knowledge, Personal Protection Security Consulting: The Service That Your Company Needs
Security consulting is an umbrella term that covers a wide array of different services in order to help organizations and create a robust security environment. The various services covered by that term usually include threat assessments, policy review and development, and master planning. Simply put, the security decisions that your organization makes today often have...