"STAY ALERT, STAY SAFE": KZN ladies' top tips to staying safe on a night out
With the latest news around, we are sharing some tips on how to stay safe when you're out and about...
There has been a concerning amount of criminal activity of late, which has resulted in a need for heightened safety measures.
We may not be able to control the current state of affairs, but we can control how equipped we are when faced with adversity.
If we can take anything from the heartbreaking incidents that are occurring around us, it's that we should stay alert and expect the unexpected.
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Crime in KZN is at all all time high. The staggering figures show a 54.7% increase in attacks on women, and 58.4% on children.
We decided to speak to some young, impressionable women who operate in KZN on what measures they take to not jeopardise their safety.
So, as the country goes about ‘business as usual’, here are a few safety tips for people who attend gatherings day or night.
- Have an emergency meeting spot when you arrive
- Safety in numbers
- Pre-arrange lifts
- Keep some cash in your socks or shoes in case you get robbed
- Drink in moderation, watch your drink and never leave it unattended
- Keep your valuables hidden
- Stay in well-lit areas
- Always be aware of your surroundings
- Have a buddy-system
- Tell someone where you are
- Use apps like life360 so loved ones are aware of your whereabouts should something happen
- Stay away from hostile situations
- Recognise the signs of being drugged
- Call for help
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