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 Crisis Management, Fast Response, Ground Team, Risk Assessment A Helpful Guide to Conducting a Route Risk Assessment
As with any other threat-focused evaluation, a route risk assessment centers around determining risks and mitigating potential consequences. Careful route selection is everything when it comes to the safety of the principal and their entourage. While spending time in a vehicle, the passengers ― including the principal and protective detail ― hold a false sense...
in Crisis Management, Fast Response, Ground Team Security Driving: The Process Behind Choosing a Driver
Up to 80% of all attacks on principals happen in or around the vehicle, according to famed author Peter Consterdine. The issue often arises that the drivers are not professional driving operators but instead practiced chauffeurs. With no skills in security driving, they lack the expertise and skillset to confront the ever-changing threat landscape. A...
in Fast Response, Ground Team, Personal Protection, Personal Security, Risk Assessment, Travel Notes Secure Transportation Services: The Often Overlooked Facts
Statistically speaking, as many as 95% of kidnappings take place between the home and the office. Even if you are driving in an armored vehicle, the need for alertness should be ever-present. Secure transportation services aim to reduce the risks and predict the threats that principals ― i.e., the person being protected ― may face...
