The latest Governance, Public Safety and Justice Survey has revealed that despite slightly improved perceptions of safety within South African communities, housebreaking and burglaries remain a key concern. In 2024/2025, an estimated 1.5 million incidents were recorded, representing 5.7% of households in the country. With housebreaking topping the list of non-contact crimes, it underscores the need for both households and businesses to ensure adequate insurance coverage against property-related theft and losses.

In this edition of InShort, we look at shifting crime trends in South Africa and what they mean for your insurance cover and preparedness against risks.

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