Safety When Travelling In and Around Rosebank
Gautrain Safety
- The Gautrain is a quick and efficient way to travel around Gauteng and runs between Pretoria, Centurion, Midrand, Sandton, Marlboro, Park Station and OR Tambo International Airport.
- The walk from the Rosebank Gautrain to 144 Oxford is less than 250m. Security guards are stationed along the route. Always ensure they see you, and that you see them, i.e. maintain line of sight with them at all times. The security guards are identifiable by their orange reflector jackets and blue uniforms.
In The Street
- Avoid unnecessary or ostentatious displays of expensive jewellery, cameras and other valuables.
- Do not carry large sums of money around.
- At night, steer clear of dark, isolated areas.
- It is better to explore in groups and to stick to well-lit, busy streets.
Cellphone Snatching
- Don’t text or hold your phone out while walking.
- Don’t leave your phone out on the table when at a bar, cafe or restaurant.
- Avoid wearing headphones when in public – stay alert to your surroundings.If you are waiting for your e-hailing service, remember the numberplate details and put your phone away.
- If you are waiting for your e-hailing service, remember the numberplate details and put your phone away.
Public Transport
- Wherever possible, make use of e-hailing services such as Uber or Bolt as opposed to regular taxis or metered taxis.
- Ensure the vehicle and driver requested, match the details displayed in the e-hailing app.
- Women are advised not to travel alone when making use of any public transport.
- If the option exists, rather make use of company-arranged transport.
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