Why Floodwater Can Be More Dangerous Than the Flood Itself
When people think about flooding, they usually think about rising water, damaged homes, stranded vehicles and the possibility of drowning. But one of the biggest […]
Emergency Preparedness
Calabar Hospital Collapse Raises Questions Over Construction and Safety
A hospital building in Calabar, Cross River State, collapsed on Thursday, August 13, after heavy rainfall reportedly triggered a landslide around the facility. The affected […]
AfriSAFE Commends President Mahama’s Leadership on Post-Flood Sanitation Drive
AfriSAFE, the leading pan-African safety advocacy platform and organisers of the Africa Safety Congress and Awards, has commended the President of Ghana, His Excellency John […]
What to Do When Someone Suddenly Slumps or Collapses: A Life Saving Safety Guide
A sudden slump or collapse can be frightening, especially when it happens without warning. It may be caused by fainting, low blood sugar, dehydration, heart […]
Lagos International Fire Safety Conference (LIFSC) 2026 Calls Nigeria to Action on Fire Prevention and Public Safety
As Lagos, the nation’s commercial hub, continues to strengthen conversations around fire prevention, emergency preparedness, and public safety, stakeholders across government, industry, emergency response, […]
Disasters Do Not Happen Suddenly, They Build Over Time
Disasters rarely arrive without warning. Long before the headlines, the sirens, and the losses, there are signs. Small, often ignored signals that something is wrong. […]
Practical Safety Measures Every African Workplace Must Implement
Safety in African workplaces is often treated as a checklist item rather than a priority, leading to preventable injuries and even fatalities. While regulations exist, […]
Contractor Arrests After Deadly Hong Kong Fire Expose Renovation Safety Failures
A catastrophic fire tore through the Wang Fuk Court housing estate in Tai Po on November 27, 2025, killing dozens and leaving many more missing […]
Why People Freeze During Emergencies and How to Train Against It
In critical situations, understanding why people freeze during emergencies is essential for enhancing safety and survival. This involuntary response, often overshadowed by the ‘fight or […]
Ibadan Funfair Stampede: Consequences of Unsafe Practices and Preventive Measures
The tragic stampede at an Ibadan children’s carnival highlights the dire consequences of inadequate safety measures and emphasizes the need for stringent crowd management