VIP Protection South Africa: The Complete Guide to Close Protection

VIP Protection South Africa: The Complete Guide to Close Protection By Henry Ainslie, 25 June 2026 TL;DR — QUICK SUMMARYVIP protection in South Africa is a specialised, intelligence-led discipline — not simply putting a bodyguard in a suit. With crime rates among the world’s highest and high-net-worth individuals, executives, diplomats, and celebrities regularly operating in […]

Choosing a Private Security Company in South Africa

Choosing a Private Security Company in South Africa By Henry Ainslie, 25 June 2026 TL;DR — QUICK SUMMARYSouth Africa’s private security industry now employs over 600,000 officers — more than three times the size of SAPS. Not every company offers the same quality or compliance. This guide explains what a legitimate, PSIRA-registered private security company […]

Corporate Risk Mitigation in South Africa: A Practical Guide for Business Leaders

Corporate Risk Mitigation in South Africa: A Practical Guide for Business Leaders By Henry Ainslie, 25 June 2026 TL;DR — Key Takeaways •  South African businesses face compounding threats: crime, fraud, reputational risk, and physical danger to executives.•  A structured Corporate Risk Mitigation programme combines intelligence, investigations, and physical security.•  Polygraph screening, due diligence, surveillance, and […]

Private Investigator South Africa: The Complete Guide to Hiring a PI in 2025

Private Investigator South Africa: The Complete Guide to Hiring a PI in 2025 By Henry Ainslie, 25 June 2026 TL;DR — What You Need to Know at a Glance •  A private investigator (PI) in South Africa must be registered with PSiRA — always verify before hiring.•  PIs can legally conduct surveillance, gather evidence, trace assets, […]