How app-based security services can help address gender-based violence in SA Addressing gender-based violence (GBV) in South Africa requires a multi-faceted approach. Technological innovations such as app-based security services can play a valuable role.

How app-based security services can help address gender-based violence in SA

Addressing gender-based violence (GBV) in South Africa requires a multi-faceted approach. Technological innovations such as app-based security services can play a valuable role.

by | May 30, 2021 | Blog

Finding ways to drastically reduce GBV in South Africa has never been more urgent. South Africa has very high rates of violence against women and victims of GBV.  But these numbers have skyrocketed during the country’s COVID-19 lockdown period, which has lead...
The Beginner’s Guide to Situational Awareness Situational awareness is the practice of being aware of what is going on around you in an effort to ensure and maintain your safety. Sounds simple, right? Not necessarily.

The Beginner’s Guide to Situational Awareness

Situational awareness is the practice of being aware of what is going on around you in an effort to ensure and maintain your safety. Sounds simple, right? Not necessarily.

by | Apr 9, 2021 | Blog

While many of us may assume we’re already aware of our surroundings and potential threats, cultivating situational awareness takes practise and patience. Being actively aware and processing the sights, sounds, smells and people around us requires we expend more energy...
6 Ways to protect your home over the Easter weekend AURA has been experimenting with some of the latest technologies and security installations to help guide you as you keep your home safe during the festive season.

6 Ways to protect your home over the Easter weekend

AURA has been experimenting with some of the latest technologies and security installations to help guide you as you keep your home safe during the festive season.

by | Mar 17, 2021 | Blog

Whether you’re staying home or going on holiday, there’s no doubt that the Easter Weekened comes with its own set of complexities. While you relax and celebrate, you also need to stay vigilant because unfortunately, crime increases during the holidays in South...
7 Ways to protect yourself in the event of an armed robbery As 2020 draws to a close, the financial and economic impact has become apparent. Unemployment has increased, leaving millions of people without an income - as a result a multitude of social issues have followed.

7 Ways to protect yourself in the event of an armed robbery

As 2020 draws to a close, the financial and economic impact has become apparent. Unemployment has increased, leaving millions of people without an income - as a result a multitude of social issues have followed.

by | Jan 11, 2021 | Blog

There are those that choose to actively search for work, perform part time jobs, create their own businesses, or simply just give up. Then there are those that turn to crime to provide the necessities for their loved ones. Throughout the last decade South Africans...