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Why Securex matters more than ever

From 21 to 23 October 2025, the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) will host the first-ever Western Cape edition of Securex South Africa. Co-located in one hall with A-OSH EXPO, Facilities Management Expo, and Firexpo, this landmark event brings together safety, security, fire, and facilities management in a single, integrated showcase designed to address the region’s most pressing challenges.

“And those challenges are considerable. According to Statistics South Africa, around 1,5 million households — nearly 6% — experienced housebreaking in the past year, making it the most common household crime in the country. In business environments, burglary continues to dominate, with 44% of companies reporting exposure compared to just 13% for robbery,” says Mark Anderson, portfolio director at Montgomery Group Africa.

The Western Cape has also seen a worrying trend in violent crime. Over an 18-year period, the province recorded a 20% increase in the murder rate, underlining the need for smarter prevention strategies. While estate living is increasingly popular — with nearly 2213 gated estates across the province — security remains a top driver of buyer behaviour.

“Against this backdrop, the inaugural Securex South Africa Cape Town provides a timely, practical platform. Visitors will observe the application of integrated security solutions, including AI-enhanced surveillance, cloud-based access control, cybersecurity tools, and perimeter protection within residential, commercial, logistics, and industrial environments,” says Anderson.

The regional supply chain picture adds urgency. E-commerce growth has fuelled a surge in last-mile hijackings (20 - 25 incidents daily), forcing businesses to rethink route planning, escorting, and real-time tracking. Ports face their own headwinds, from weather-driven shutdowns to maritime cyber incidents impacting global terminals, with South African ports among those affected. At Securex South Africa Cape Town, visitors can compare layered responses: telematics and geofencing for fleets, integrated control-room dashboards for estates and campuses, and hardening measures that protect both physical assets and the data they generate.

Multiple security solutions under one roof

Visitors to Securex South Africa Cape Town 2025 will see a variety of security solutions, including:

● BioSyn’s Time & Attendance solutions, from biometric devices to its mobile app, enable businesses to save time, cut costs, and improve productivity.

● Nemtek’s newly enhanced FG7C+ Fence Controller with an advanced software upgrade that connects all Nemtek devices — aggregating data to a single point for efficient electric fence alarm monitoring and control.

● Fog Bandit, a leader in security fog, is bringing its instant crime-stopping technology to the expo.

● Arteco will showcase uSee, its next-generation video management platform for edge and cloud.

● The Awareness Company’s HYDRA, its AI security intelligence software, plugs into existing guard chat groups to automatically convert voice notes, photos, and texts into structured, real-time security data and insights.

“What makes this event even more valuable is its co-location with A-OSH EXPO, Facilities Management Expo, and Firexpo. For security professionals, this means seeing how protection strategies overlap with fire prevention, occupational safety, and facility management. For example, a building manager might explore how CCTV analytics can integrate with access control logs, or how perimeter security can double as compliance monitoring for workplace safety,” says Anderson.

Securex South Africa Cape Town is not just for security managers. Estate developers, logistics leaders, hospitality operators, education and healthcare administrators, and public-sector officials will find solutions designed to protect people, property, and supply chains. Visitors will leave with actionable ideas to strengthen resilience in an environment where the private security industry already numbers over 2,5 million registered officers — one of the largest workforces of its kind in the world.

“If you are serious about protecting your organisation or community, make time for Securex South Africa Cape Town — one hall, four shows, and countless opportunities to stay ahead of evolving risks. Visit www.securex.co.za to find out more, and pre-register to attend,” says Anderson.

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