Gauteng launches new e-Panic app
Gauteng e-Panic has been introduced to assist residents in their time of need; in the fight against crime and the persistent issues of domestic violence in Gauteng.
Things are looking up for crime prevention in Gauteng as The Gauteng Provincial Government has officially launched its e-Panic app, Gauteng e-Panic.
Gauteng e-Panic is an app that has been introduced to combat crime and the persistent issue of domestic violence in the province.
The app is totally free to use and accessible to everyone who is able to download it to their phones.
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According to SA News, this initiative boasts both a physical device and an electronic version that is available as an app on Android and iOS platforms.
In an effort to enhance the safety of the elderly and people with disabilities within communities, we are distributing panic buttons and helping citizens with smartphones to download the Gauteng ePanic Button app at the Saul Tsotetsi Sports Complex.#GrowingASaferGauteng pic.twitter.com/M7IMaERVMn
— Gauteng e-Government (@GautengeGov) July 8, 2024
The Gauteng MEC of e-Government, Bonginkosi Dhlamini, has encouraged all residents to use this free resource.
"The Gauteng Panic Button is a testament to the progress made by the provincial government to create a safer environment for everyone in the province. By downloading and using this app, you can protect yourself and your loved ones in times of emergency,” Dhlamini said.
"The Gauteng Panic Button is not just a tool; it's a lifeline. It is an initiative by the Gauteng Provincial Government to ensure that all our residents are safe at all times," Dhlamini said.
Download and register for the app:
- Go to Google Play or the App Store. Search for 'Gauteng Panic Button'. Look for the blue icon labelled, 'Crime Prevention Panic Button Gauteng'.
- Press Install: Download the app to your device.
- Open the App: Once installed, open the app to start the registration process.
- Enter your phone number: Provide your phone number and press 'Submit'. You will receive a One-Time Password (OTP) via SMS.
- Enter the OTP: Input the OTP and press 'Submit'.
- Complete your profile: Enter your name, surname, phone number, and email (email is optional). Accept the terms and conditions to complete your registration.
And it actually works…
We tried it out for ourselves, and so far, so good.
After a swift download and registration process using just a cellphone number and location services, we finally opened up the app.
While testing the new app, one of the Jacaranda FM staff members accidentally pressed the 'Medical Emergency' panic button.
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In mere moments, they were called by a response team member to ensure everything was in order.
"I apologised to the man, saying that I pressed the button by accident," he said.
"He was so kind and understanding, but I was almost speechless at how quickly they responded. It was literally seconds."
The response team member also identified the employee's exact location and asked him if he was currently at the Jacaranda FM main office.
"In order to end the call, the man asked me for the last four digits of my cellphone number and that was it."
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