Safety
Revolutionising Safety
Cutting edge technology is helping to ensure a safer environment for many of us in South Africa , and SaferCity now even offers improved safety measures for the running community .
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spate of recent robberies and murders in the running community has left many in shock at the brazen criminals resorting to extreme measures to rob a person of their phone or watch . On October 29th , a heartwrenching tragedy unfolded as a high school teacher was robbed , raped and murdered while participating in a running event at George Lea Park in Parkmore . Heartbreaking and utterly unacceptable , this incident serves as a grim reminder that South Africans are confronted with daily atrocities in our modern society .
In South Africa , an average of 78 people are murdered every day , and 118 are raped – and this is only what is reported . The question is , how can we unite as a society to combat these pervasive crimes ? What actions can we , as citizens , take to effectively reduce crime ?
SaferCity is part of an organisation that has been at the forefront of the security industry for the past 32 years . Originating from the SAPS in the early 1980s , the concept of a safer city has evolved into a global movement , uniting law enforcement , private security and community structures . “ By harnessing the power of technology , intelligence and unwavering determination , we are committed to creating safer cities worldwide ,” says Theo Pouroullis , CEO of SaferCity .
Safety First Focus
Pouroullis describes the services of the company as multifaceted and wide-ranging . “ Our organisation offers a smart integrated technology platform with panic and medical response , integration with the Community Police Forums ( CPFs ), and a Gender Based Violence Help Desk , providing crucial support to victims in need . With over 3000 armed responders and more than 850 medical response vehicles available 24 / 7 in major cities and select rural areas , we ensure comprehensive coverage . Even in areas without local coverage , we can add it , based on demand , like the recently added Marikana area in the North West ,” he explains .
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