WATCH: Police, security companies work together to fight crime

JOHANNESBURG - Stage 6 blackouts are taking their toll on people.

While the economy takes a greater knock and businesses suffer, people are increasingly worried about their safety.

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When the lights go out, their anxiety levels grow.

Private security companies are now working with police, especially during peak power-cut hours.