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Features

Using the Power of Tech to Shed Light on South Africa’s GBV Crisis

Luis Monzon -
In the fourth quarter of 2021, South Africa’s rape figures were up by 13.7%. There were 1300 more rapes compared to the same period in the previous year. 10,818 rapes were reported in the first three months of 2022,...
Cybersecurity

How Uber & AURA Work Together to Enhance Safety

Zintle -
Ride-hailing services, such as Uber, are transforming the way we move around. A few clicks on a smartphone can have you on your way in no time, meeting the modern consumer’s need for on-demand, accessible and convenient services. According to...
Features

How Innovation in Tech is Outsmarting Crime in South Africa

Luis Monzon -
In the current climate of hijackings, robberies and unlawful syndicates, it is hard to imagine a world where crime is drastically reduced, or even wiped out completely. However, according to Warren Myers, CEO of South Africa’s on-demand security and medical...
Company News

FNB Partners with AURA to Keep Customers Safe

Zintle -
FNB today announced that it has partnered with AURA, a safety marketplace platform that uses smart auto-dispatch technology, to add GuardMe to its banking app. FNB banking customers can now access instant emergency response services, anywhere, anytime via the FNB...
Southern Africa

Safetech AURA Raises $4.7-Million in Huge Series A Funding Round

Luis Monzon -
AURA, a leading African-based security and medical response marketplace, has secured $4.7-million (R62 million) in a Series A funding round, which was led by South Africa's MultiChoice Group (MCG), KLT Holdings and Buffet Investments. This latest round positions AURA favourably...
People

Former Uber Boss Joins South African Smart Personal Security Firm

Luis Monzon -
AURA, one of South Africa’s leading security and medical response marketplaces, has appointed David Myers as its COO. Previously a GM and Regional Operations Lead at Uber for Europe, Middle East & Africa, Myers brings with him decades of experience...
Company News

Security and Medical Response Platform, Aura Expands to Kenya

Jenna Delport -
Security and medical response platform, Aura has announced its plan to expand into Kenya by offering its emergency and medical response services in Nairobi and Mombasa. The rollout will be led by the newly appointed General Manager, Hilary Itela. Warren...
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Artificial IntelligenceMamsi Nkosi -

How can AI Technology Drive Retail Risk Management in SA

The retail industry in South Africa is currently grappling with significant challenges, particularly as consumers experience economic strain following...
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