Packing your vehicle safely

With the year-end break almost here, holidaymakers are about to head off to their holiday destination. How you pack your vehicle is important, helping you and your passengers avoid serious injuries in the unfortunate event of an accident. Plan and pack ahead of time to ensure that you all arrive safely. This is how to do it ...

Noteworthy news in numbers

8 billion: the number of people on the planet as of November this year, despite the global population growing at its slowest rate since 1950.

68-carats: the size of the diamond bought for Elizabeth Taylor by her then-husband Richard Burton, one of the most expensive gifts ever given.

R6 000: cost per night of this hotel suite without walls or roof and located next to a garage forecourt, which includes your own personal butler.

Cyberattacks targeting crypto wallets

Incidents of backdoor computer malware in South Africa surged by over 140% by the middle of 2022. Almost 2.8 million country-wide detections were registered in October, up more than 16% from September, with the overwhelming majority of incidents connected to cryptocurrency.

Holiday security tips

Going away on holiday can leave your home vulnerable as experienced burglars know the best time to strike and how to pick the perfect home. However, with reliable safety measures in place, you can make sure your home is secure even when you are away.

Why giving is good for you

December is a major month for fundraising, with over 30% of annual donations occurring between the end of November and New Year. Giving to others and actively assisting those in need can benefit both donors and those who receive help, with donors often experiencing increased self-esteem, reduced depression and stress-levels, a strengthened immune system and lower blood pressure. It may even lead to a longer life ...

The wildest ride!

We are excited to be sponsoring the Safire Berg 100 MTB event again on 25 March 2023, with the race starting in Himeville and ending in Nottingham Road. This thrilling video by Fabio Wibmer may inspire you to start training so you are ready for this awesome ride, but watch to the end to see what extreme riding can do when you get it wrong!

Early closing times

We will be closing at noon on 23 and 30 December, ahead of the public holidays on 25 - 27 December and 1 - 2 January 2023. We will reopen on 28 December 2022 and 3 January 2023 after these long weekends. Wishing everyone a restful and safe year-end break.

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