South Africa Kidnappings Reported in the Media in 2026
Kidnappings in South Africa are evolving, from rapid “express kidnappings” to organised, syndicate-driven operations. This article breaks down media-reported cases...
21 April, 2026
Contractor screening: Who is responsible for checking the people on your site?
A business may carefully screen its own employees while allowing cleaners, maintenance teams, drivers, temporary workers and other contractors onto...
05 October, 2026
Suspected Employee Theft: How to Investigate
Suspect an employee is stealing? How to investigate without compromising the evidence A stock discrepancy, missing cash or unusual access record...
01 October, 2026
Kidnapping in South Africa: Why the risk goes beyond ransom
When people hear the word kidnapping, they may picture a victim held for days while criminals demand a ransom. That...
30 September, 2026
Most Hijacked Cars in South Africa: 2025 vs 2026
Most hijacked cars in South Africa: What changed from 2025 to 2026? South Africa recorded 3,811 carjackings between April and June...
29 September, 2026
South Africa’s Latest Crime Statistics: Hijackings Fall, but Kidnapping Risk Remains High
South Africa recorded 3,811 carjackings and 4,638 kidnappings between April and June 2026. Although several serious crime categories declined, the...
22 September, 2026
Howard Griffiths Attends the 2026 CII Annual General Meeting in Prague
Howard Griffiths recently attended the 2026 Council of International Investigators (CII) Annual General Meeting & Seminar in Prague, joining investigators...
11 September, 2026
Employee Document Verification: A Critical Part of Employer Due Diligence
A recent South African fraud case has highlighted the importance of employers independently verifying the identity and employment documentation presented...
13 August, 2026
30 June Anti-Immigration Protests: Businesses Urged to Prepare for Potential Disruption
Businesses operating in identified protest hotspots should review their security and continuity plans before 30 June 2026. SSC Legacy outlines...
25 June, 2026
Kruger National Park Murder: Timeline of Events in the Shocking Killing of Western Cape Couple
Update (3 June 2026): Two suspects have been arrested in Mozambique and South Africa has commenced extradition proceedings to bring...
25 May, 2026
Seven Family Members Abducted and Killed in KZN
Seven members of the Munsamy family were abducted and killed in a targeted KZN attack involving insider access. ...
23 April, 2026