Crime & Safety — Joburg Insider

How to Verify a Stats SA Fieldworker at Your Door

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Someone at your gate says they work for Stats SA? Find the official verification link, contact number and facts behind an older census WhatsApp warning.

Proposed Car Safety Standards in South Africa Explained

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South Africa proposes stronger safety standards for new passenger cars. Explore the planned changes and practical safety checks before buying your next car.

Online Shopping Scams: SAPS Warning for Gauteng Residents

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SAPS warns Gauteng residents about online shopping scams, fake payment proof, suspicious QR codes and unsafe meetups. Here’s how to stay safer.

Romance Scams: Safer Online Dating in South Africa

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Learn how romance scams unfold, which warning signs to notice and how to protect your money, with practical advice and reporting contacts for South Africans.

When Every Second Counts: Is 10111 Keeping Up?

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10111 remains South Africa's police emergency number, but ageing technology has raised concerns. Here's what's being done and what residents should know.

Spam Calls in South Africa: Why They're Surging and What to Do

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Spam calls are surging in South Africa. Find out why the calls keep coming, what POPIA says about direct marketing and how to protect yourself.

High Court Clarifies the Rules Around Digital Access in South African Security Estates

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A recent High Court ruling has clarified how digital visitor access systems can be managed in South African security estates. Here's what homeowners need to know.

Drive Sober, Stay Alive: Joburg's Latest DUI Numbers

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JMPD recorded 9,898 DUI arrests in 2025 and another 213 in one week in August. See the latest data behind Joburg's Drive Sober campaign.

New Law Draws Line: Is This the End of Illegal Property Squatters for Good?

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Could this landmark law finally put an end to unlawful squatting? Here's what it means for you.