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TAPSOSA Calls for Fair Tendering – Why South Africa’s Industry Needs It

South Africa’s private security industry is vast – over 17 532 companies employing over 640 232 security officers. Each year, government and corporate buyers spend billions on security services, how those contracts are awarded matters profoundly. Fair and transparent tendering means better services and more jobs; unfair practices mean lost opportunities, wasted taxpayers’ money, and […]
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Eskom Accused of Purging Black-owned Companies from R1.3 Billion Security Tenders

The Association of Private Security Owners of South Africa (Tapsosa), which represents over 2,000 black-owned security firms, has accused Eskom of systematically targeting, sidelining, and financially crippling its member companies. It alleged a coordinated “purge” involving senior Eskom executives, with R1.3 billion in unpaid invoices now at the centre of the standoff. In a detailed […]
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ProtecLink 2025 spotlights industry tensions and transformation

ProtecLink 2025, created and hosted by Ithegi Electronics, brought together key stakeholders from the security, finance, and innovation sectors under the theme “Connecting Security, Finance, and Innovation: Inspiring Transformation in the Industry.” Delegates had the opportunity to engage with thought leaders, explore practical solutions, and connect with industry peers in an impactful and collaborative environment. […]
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