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Security Guy'd
Security Industry
South Africa
Leadership
Sira
Blue Ocean Strategy
Emergency Management
Close Protection (CPO)
Security Concept
First Aid
Private Security Industry
Cash and Transit Heists
Career Advancement
Psira
Xenophobia
ISO 9001
Security Wages South Africa
How To Win Friends and Influence People
Cybersecurity
Salary Structures
Johannesburg

Welcome to The Security Guy’d — the podcast where safety meets strategy! With your host, Rafee, each week we dive deep into the world of security, leadership, and everything in between. Whether you’re running a company, managing a team, or just passionate about keeping people safe — this show is your guide to smarter, stronger security. Expect real talk, expert guests, and practical tips to help y... more

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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 respons... more

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🚨 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.

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💰 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.

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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?

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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, a... more

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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 ... more

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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 Servic... more

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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.

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Recent Guests

Lorindo Bouwer
Head Training Manager at Fidelity Western Cape (former arm response/officer progression).
Fidelity
Episode: Standards, Training and Compliance in the Security Industry Explained
Tahir Johnson
Senior inspector in the security industry, guest on the show
Independent security professional
Episode: Retrenched, Exploited… Then He Built His Reputation
Waseef Piekaan
Special guest and performer, actor, writer, and singer from Mitchells Plain
Episode: Waseef Piekaan on how he went From R300,000 Debt to R500,000 in One Week
Mario Firmstone
Security industry veteran, close protection officer (CPO) trainer and business owner
Firmstone (training/security)
Episode: Inside SA’s Security Battle: QCTO, SASSETA, PFTC Explained
Nolun Jiddo Zonga
Security professional sharing experience and training insights
Wise Guy Security
Episode: 5 Security Guard Interview Questions That Could Get You Hired
Zwueli Mkhize
Former Psira Inspector; founder of Zemkor Consulting
Zemkor Consulting
Episode: The Truth About Security Compliance in South Africa

Host

Rafee Musaji
Host with a security industry background, leading discussions on governance, training, and leadership in the private security sector.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 2 ratings
  • A Must-Listen for Security Enthusiasts

    I really enjoy the Security Guy’d Podcast — it strikes the perfect balance between being informative and entertaining. The discussions are relatable, the topics are current, and the host delivers everything with a great sense of humor and clarity. Definitely a must-listen for anyone interested in all security matters. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Obi786
    South Africaa year ago
  • Insightful and Powerful Conversations!

    This podcast is a game-changer in the world of security and leadership. The Security Guy’d brings real, raw conversations from people who’ve lived the industry—from bodyguards to business minds. The host has a natural way of guiding deep discussions that are both educational and inspiring. Whether you’re in the security field or just someone who values personal growth and community impact, this podcast is worth every minute. Can’t wait for the next episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raf786wp
    South Africaa year ago

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Guests bring diverse perspectives from frontline to executive security roles, making it valuable for career growth and industry credibility.
Listeners appreciate the candid, no-nonsense approach to compliance and professional standards in a challenging field.
The host delivers insightful, practical security leadership discussions with real-world impact.

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Standards, Training and Compliance in the Security Industry Explained
Q: What does a six-week training program for arm response officers entail at Fidelity?
The six-week program covers firearms, first aid, firefighting, moving tactically on foot, and safety training, with SACETA accreditation for most subjects and in-house elements for others to prepare officers for real-world field work.
Standards, Training and Compliance in the Security Industry Explained
Q: Who is Lorindo Bouwer and how did he get into the security industry?
Lorindo describes starting in 1997 with a family-based entry into security, moving from guarding to armed response, and gradually upskilling through internal training and external qualifications, ultimately becoming Fidelity's Western Cape training leader.

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This show centers on security leadership, industry compliance, and practical strategy for running security-focused teams and organisations. Across episodes, hosts and guests discuss governance, training, and technology adoption within private security, how regulatory shifts and high-profile incidents reshape industry standards, and how professionals build trust, professionalism, and career growth in a high-stakes field. Notable angles include compliance resets, leadership playbooks for frontline managers, and how external events (regulatory crackdowns, public scrutiny, and national security dynamics) press firms to professionalize and scale with accountability. The cadence blends concrete how-tos with candid industry commentary, making it u... more

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2. Tahir Johnson
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