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Essential security and safety checks for a hassle-free holiday season

Holiday cheer is in the air! As you prepare for some well-deserved rest and relaxation, take a moment to run through these essential safety checks to keep you, your family and your belongings safe. Ann Cloete from Aon South Africa, an insurance brokerage and risk adviser, shares top holiday security tips to keep your season […]

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The psychology of home security: How fear shapes choices

In a world where crime statistics and safety concerns weigh heavily on South African homeowners, choices around home security are shaped not just by need but by our own psychology. PPS Short-Term Insurance explores how the psychological impact of crime influences security decisions: from alarm systems to property fortification. The influence of fear and security

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Location, location, location: Top insurance considerations when moving home

Choosing to relocate to a new property as your next home is an exciting time, especially if it’s with a view to having fresh experiences and embracing positive change. While some property seekers may be looking for cheaper options to combat the rising cost of living, proper insurance coverage should remain a consistent factor in

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Stay alert this winter – early sunsets result in rising crime

As temperatures across South Africa continue to drop and the full onset of winter looms, the earlier sunsets and longer nights are creating prime conditions for a rise in criminal activities. Residents are urged to be vigilant, as the darkness and cold weather provide an ideal setting for criminals to target motorists in residential areas,

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Enhance your home’s security and style with vinyl frosting

Home security is a priority for many homeowners, yet finding the perfect balance between maintaining security and preserving the aesthetic appeal of your home can be challenging. Window Art, a leading vinyl frosting company with over 18 years of experience, offers an ideal solution that enhances security without compromising style. Improved privacy for enhanced security

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Tips to protect yourself from remote jammers

Anyone who has fallen victim to remote jamming will know that sinking feeling when you open your boot and there’s nothing there – no laptop, no handbag, no gym shoes. You look around, dumbfounded. “My car was locked. How did this happen?” According to Charnel Hattingh, Fidelity Services Group head of marketing and communications, remote

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Remember personal safety habits when you go to make your mark this Election Day

South Africans will visit voting stations across the country later this month to take part in the National and Provincial Election. “When you make your way to your local voting station, please remember those important basic safety measures that you follow on any other given day. Large numbers of people will be out and about,

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Tips to avoid buying counterfeit goods online

A harrowing study by Michigan State University published last year found that nearly seven in 10 people were deceived into buying counterfeit products online during the 12-month research period. The US university showed that counterfeit items were most commonly published on e-commerce websites (39%) and social media (39%). Most (68%) of the social media purchases

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Beware of fraudsters posing as financial service providers

Specialist loans provider DirectAxis has added its voice to warnings about a company calling itself Direct Access Finance using false information, apparently in a bid to dupe consumers. It appears to be a case of fraudsters using a bogus identity that tries to imitate a legitimate brand to extract money or personal details from customers,

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