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Send us Fan Mail What is it really like to work on the front lines of South Africa's private security industry? In this special edition of The Securityguy'd, we've brought together powerful stories and expert insights from experienced armed response officers, close protection specialists, security trainers, firearms experts, and industry veterans. Together, they reveal the realities...

Send us Fan Mail 🚨 PSIRA UNDER FIRE: What the New Compliance Crackdown Means for Every Security Company in South Africa 🚨 The private security industry is facing increased scrutiny, and every security company should be paying attention. With the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) investigating allegations involving PSIRA-linked contracts, questions are being asked about accountability, governance,...

Send us Fan Mail 💰 Cash-in-Transit Heists: How Criminals Steal Millions in Minutes | The Securityguy’d A Cash-in-Transit heist can be over in minutes — but the planning behind it can take weeks or even months. In this episode of The Securityguy’d , we take you inside one of South Africa’s most sophisticated and dangerous crimes. From intelligence gathering and route surveillance to insider threat...

Send us Fan Mail Xenophobia remains one of South Africa's most sensitive and complex challenges. When foreign nationals become targets of intimidation, violence, looting, or discrimination, what role does the private security industry play? In this episode of The Securityguy'd , we explore the legal, ethical, and operational responsibilities of security officers and security companies wh...

Send us Fan Mail Most security officers don’t quit the industry — they quit bad supervisors. In this episode of The Security Guy’d, Rafee breaks down the 7 things great security managers do differently to build stronger teams, improve discipline, and earn real respect from their officers. Whether you're a security supervisor, operations manager, team leader, or a guard with ambitions to move...

Send us Fan Mail South Africa is asking one big question right now… Why are soldiers back on our streets? From deployments in Johannesburg to visible patrols in the Cape Flats, the South African National Defence Force is stepping in to support law enforcement in high-risk areas. But here’s the real conversation no one is having… 👉 What does this mean for the private security industry? In this epi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Securityguy’d Podcast , we unpack the critical role of standards, training and compliance within South Africa’s private security industry. Joined by Lorindo Bouwer , Regional Training Manager at Fidelity Services Group, this conversation provides valuable insight into how structured training, proper certification, and ongoing professional development shape t...

Send us Fan Mail A nationwide crackdown led by the South African Police Service is targeting firearm compliance across security companies, and recent cases like the Mathibeli scandal have exposed serious gaps in the system. This is not just another operation. 👉 This is a full-scale compliance wake-up call. In this video, we break down: What Operation Buyisa actually is Why security companies are...

Send us Fan Mail 🔥 Bomb threats… harbour nightlife… retrenchment… and rising through the ranks of the private security industry. In this powerful episode of The Securityguy’d Podcast, we sit down with a seasoned Security Inspector who shares his real-life journey from being thrown into high-pressure situations on his very first day, to navigating corporate setbacks, industry exploitation, and ult...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of The Securityguy’d Podcast, we sit down with entertainer and creative talent Fafeeq Petersen to talk about growing up in Mitchells Plain, the harsh realities of gangsterism on the Cape Flats, and the life-changing decisions that shape your future. At just 11 years old, Fafeeq was offered the chance to take revenge after his brother was shot — a moment th...

Send us Fan Mail Are you still working Grade E, D or C and wondering how to level up in the security industry? In this episode of the Security Guide, we break down everything you need to know about becoming a Close Protection Officer (CPO) in South Africa. If you’re serious about upgrading your skills, increasing your income, and positioning yourself for VIP and high-profile protection work — this...

Send us Fan Mail Are you stuck at Grade C and wondering why promotion never comes? In this episode of Security Guy’d, Rafee breaks down the fastest, most realistic way to move from Grade C to Supervisor in the South African security industry — without connections, favouritism, or waiting years to be noticed. This is not motivational talk. This is real industry strategy. You’ll learn: Why most Grad...

Send us Fan Mail Some security guards earn minimum wage for 10 years — not because they’re lazy, but because they’re stuck in a system designed to keep them there. In this episode of The Security Guide, we break down exactly how security guards get trapped on minimum wage, why experience alone doesn’t lead to higher pay, and what really keeps guards wearing the same uniform on the same salary year...

Send us Fan Mail If you’re 18 years or older and looking for a way to enter the security industry in South Africa, this video breaks down the entire process step by step . In this episode, we explain how to become a registered security officer , even if you don’t have matric or formal qualifications . From walking into a training centre for the first time, to completing Grade E, D, and C security...

Send us Fan Mail What really happens when a security training organisation commits fully to ISO 9001 certification? In this episode of The Security Guide , we unpack what quality management looks like after certification , when compliance is no longer optional and accountability becomes part of daily operations. From documentation and audits to non-conformances, corrective actions, and cultural re...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we break down one of the most misunderstood — and most critical — aspects of security training in South Africa: the Course Report . Many students believe that receiving a certificate means their training is complete. In reality, without a submitted course report, your grades are not uploaded, your registration cannot proceed, and your certificate may be meaningles...

Send us Fan Mail Inside Cape Town’s Red Zones: Devolving Power, Fighting Gangs & Rebuilding Communities | Security Guy’d Podcast In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the Security Guy’d Podcast , host Rafi Musaji sits down with Ward 47 Councillor and Subcouncil 11 Chairperson, Alderman Antonio Van der Rheede — a lifelong Hanover Park resident, social activist, and veteran local gover...

Send us Fan Mail Cybercrime is exploding in South Africa — and most victims aren’t careless… they’re unaware. In this episode of The Security Guy’d, we break down 7 essential cyber security steps that will protect your money, phone, identity, banking apps, and digital life in 2025 and beyond. These tips are simple, practical, and powerful enough for ANYONE to implement immediately. If you use a sm...

Send us Fan Mail South Africa’s security industry is facing one of its biggest challenges yet — and most people have no idea what’s really happening behind the scenes. In this powerful episode of the Security Guy’d Podcast, Rafee Moosagie sits down with veteran Close Protection Officer and Law Enforcement Training Manager Mario Firmstone to break down the real struggle between QCTO, SASSETA, PFTC,...

Send us Fan Mail  From Employee to Employer — 5 Blue Ocean Principles to Change Your Life | Security Guy’d Podcast Most people spend their whole lives competing — competing for promotions, salaries, and recognition. But the real breakthrough happens when you stop fighting in crowded markets… and start creating your own space. In this episode, we unpack 5 powerful Blue Ocean Strategy principles tha...

Send us Fan Mail 🔥 Want to get hired as a Security Guard FAST? In this episode of The Security Guy’d , we break down the 5 most common security guard interview questions that employers use to separate the prepared candidates from the rest. If you’re getting ready for an interview — THIS is the video you can’t afford to skip. You’ll learn:  ✅ The exact answers hiring managers want to hear  ✅ How...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Security Guy’d , we break down what it truly means to think like a CEO — and how you can start applying those same principles in your work, business, and everyday decisions. Whether you’re leading a team, running a side hustle, or planning your next big move, these 5 key mindset shifts will help you: It’s not just about titles — it’s about mindset. Start leading...

Send us Fan Mail 📺 Show: Security Guy’d — Hosted by Rafee Moosagie 💰 In this episode, we dive deep into how security professionals can earn more without working more . Whether you’re on patrol, in control, or managing your own team — your time is your most valuable asset. We break down:  ✅ How to leverage your time to create new income streams ✅ The difference between working hard and working...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, host Rafee Moosagie breaks down timeless lessons from Dale Carnegie’s classic “How to Win Friends and Influence People” — reimagined for today’s security professionals . 👮‍♂️ Whether you’re a security officer, supervisor, or site manager, this episode will teach you how to:  ✅ Build better relationships with clients and colleagues  ✅ Earn respect and trust on-s...

Send us Fan Mail When emergencies hit, security officers are often first on scene — long before police, medics, or fire services arrive. What you do in those first few minutes can make the difference between chaos and control. In this episode of Security Guyd, host Rafee Moosagie breaks down real-world strategies for staying calm, taking charge, and managing emergencies like a professional. Whethe...