Are you killing your phone?

We battle to live without our mobile phones and taking care of them is vital to extend their working lifespan. However, numerous myths about what to do and what not do are confusing. For example, how important is it to only use your phone’s individual charger? Experts advise that if the charger fits properly that’s step one, but cheap copies may be a fire hazard, in addition to charging at a slower rate. Rather use the charger that came with your phone, or ensure you only use branded products. What other mobile phone myths are there?

Safire Berg 100 winners

On Saturday 23 March, a packed field of 862 cyclists headed out of Himeville in the direction of Nottingham Road, a challenging 100km away, for the 8th Safire Berg 100 event. The overall winner was Tyronne White, the first to cross the finish line at Bellwood Cottages in a time of 3:19:35, followed by Andrew Johnson in 2nd place and Derrin Smith (3rd) in a sprint finish with a millisecond finalising the result, with identical times of 3:19:36. The ladies’ winners were Christie-Leigh Hearder, first female rider home in a time of 3:47:44, making her 13th rider overall, with Rouxda Grobler 2nd in a time of 4:13:50 and Debbie Thomas 3rd with 4:25:22. Overall winner Tyronne White was “stoked” with his first Safire Berg 100 win, “especially in such a strong field; this is an absolutely exciting event”. Congratulations to everyone who accepted the challenge and the winners who made it to the podium. Seen here are, from left to right, Derrin Smith (3rd), Katie Fogg (race organiser), Sophia Fogg, Tyronne White (1st), Andrew Johnson (2nd), and Jacqui Cochran (Safire Insurance).

Could your car catch fire?

The Ford “Kuga-gate” cases raised public awareness about how cars can catch fire, not only reducing a vehicle to a smouldering wreck but also threatening lives. It isn’t common, but what causes vehicles to ignite? The highest risk is from fuel leaking in some way (petrol is more of a risk than diesel). Electrical, exhaust and oil fires are all medium level risks, and coolant and brake fires are considered low risk. While lack of maintenance is not going to directly cause your car to catch fire, it may lead your car to be more at risk, not only from fires but other potentially dangerous problems. Regular maintenance by a certified mechanic is essential.

Our amazing Safire Scholarship Programme lads

Meet some of the talented youngsters whose lives have been changed forever by the Safire Scholarship Programme, and who, we believe, will be instruments of change themselves. Started in 2014, the programme selects one talented all-rounder each year to attend some of the most prestigious and exceptional schools in the KZN Midlands. Watch this 3 minute video to see how our boys are growing into fine young men.

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