Safire is truly ‘Fair and fast’, proven by the NFO
The National Financial Ombud Scheme (NFO) is an independent body that resolves complaints by consumers against financial institutions. It overturns thousands of insurance decisions each year – but not ours. Safire’s 0% overturn ratio for eight consecutive years (including 2025 to date), reflects our commitment to fair, transparent claims handling and decisions, and it’s something […]
Celebrating Women’s Day at Safire
In August, Safire celebrated Women’s Day and honoured its female staff members by surprising them with a practical and stylish branded bag, each gift accompanied by a Women’s Day–themed inspirational quote. This was a small way of thanking our ladies and recognising their contribution and dedication to the Safire team. Women’s Day in South Africa […]
Hijacking Safety Hints
While recent SAPS Crime Statistics indicate that vehicle hijacking appears to be decreasing in frequency, with 4,533 incidents reported in the first quarter of this year, it remains a major risk; drivers are warned that a vehicle is more likely to be hijacked than stolen. Tracker’s crime stats show that 56% of all vehicle crime […]
Sweet little bunnies for Easter
Safire staff members were greeted with sweet little bunnies when they arrived at their desks on Thursday 17 April, the day before the Easter break. But these weren’t fluffy bunnies; they were tasty, handcrafted treats, baked by a super-busy, multi-tasking mom! Renee Ekerold started making biscuits back in 2021 as part of her Little People […]
Safer solar systems
The Consumer Goods and Services Ombud (CGSO) has issued a warning to those who already have solar systems and property owners who are considering this environmentally-friendly energy solution. It reports a rise in complaints about solar systems and generators, mirrored by insurers experiencing an increased number of claims for faulty and non-functioning solar systems. Bennie […]
Common Backup Mistakes to Avoid on World Backup Day
Introduction March 31st is World Backup Day—an annual reminder to protect your digital life from the unpredictable chaos of data loss. Whether it’s photos, important documents, or critical business files, not backing up your data properly can result in hours, days, or even weeks of lost work. While most of us know we should back […]
Protecting your property and its contents
Disaster can strike in an instant with a flash of lightning, an electrical fault, flooding, a mud slide – there are many situations beyond our control. In moments, everything you own, from household possessions to office contents could be lost or irreparably damaged. It is vital to ensure that your property and its contents are […]
Mastering difficult conversations in the workplace
Introduction Difficult conversations are an inevitable part of professional life. From resolving conflicts and providing constructive feedback to addressing sensitive matters, approaching these discussions with confidence and empathy is crucial for fostering positive workplace relationships. The ability to handle challenging conversations effectively can enhance team cohesion, improve employee satisfaction, and contribute to overall organisational success. […]
4 ways to improve communication in the workplace
Introduction Effective communication is the seamless exchange of ideas, thoughts, opinions, and information, ensuring that messages are clearly conveyed, understood, and purpose driven. When communication is effective, all parties involved feel engaged and valued. Mastering communication skills requires a careful blend of active listening, clear verbal expression, nonverbal awareness, and emotional intelligence. These elements work […]
Valentine’s Day 2025 – Sharing the love!
At Safire, we believe that a little kindness goes a long way—and what better way to spread joy than with tasty treats and heartfelt gestures? Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to make people feel special, and we love finding ways to give back, not just to our wonderful team but to the community that […]