When stray dogs attack
It is not an exceptional circumstance to encounter an aggressive stray dog in a public place or on one’s own property. If you encounter a dog on public property or your own private property and it threatens your life, another’s life or your property, can you use your firearm (or any other means) to destroy […]
Father mauled protecting family from two rogue pitbulls; How to safeguard your family and property from violent dogs
What started out as a casual evening for a family of five, turned into a bloodsoaked brawl with two rogue pitbulls that almost took the life of a young father. Michael Rossouw was brutally mauled and torn apart within an inch of his life whilst protecting his wife and their four month old son from […]
Woman Lawfully Uses Loaded Firearm to Defend Herself from Attacker: What Every Woman in South Africa Should Know About Using Lethal Force for Self-Defence
Violent crime in South Africa continues to rise, especially violence against women and children—the most vulnerable groups. According to recent crime statistics, a rape is reported every 12 minutes, and more than 10 women are killed daily. These alarming figures raise crucial questions about the use of force by women in self-defence and the legal […]
A guide to firearm owners: When poachers use dogs when they trespass for illegal hunting
South African farmers are increasingly confronted by poachers who use dogs in their illegal hunting activities – a growing criminal activity on farms in all provinces. Confronting the culprits has proven to be a challenging endeavour because they are well informed about their rights and use the law to their full benefit, not hesitating to […]
South African Farmer Loses All Guns After Self-Defence Shooting—Legal Expert Responds
Can South African police confiscate your firearms after a legal self-defence incident? That’s exactly what happened to Andre, a law-abiding firearm owner who protected his family from a potential farm attack — only to be left vulnerable when all his firearms were seized by the police. Farm Attack Stopped with Warning Shots Andre, a husband […]
What to do when you are being harassed or bullied by the police
Have you been harassed by rogue Metro Police, SAPS or other Law Enforcement cops when travelling with your firearm and became the victim of extortion, corruption, and other cases of misconduct? Don’t be bullied by these thugs! As a lawfully armed citizen, you have the right to carry and use your firearm. Advocate Henk Nolte, […]
Natal-boer skiet twee plaasaanvallers dood; wond 'n derde
A young KZN farmer was forced to use his wits and firearms training to protect his family and his farm during a foiled farm attack on October 21, 2023. The recently married 27-year-old was stirred from his sleep at around 01:00 by the sound of the intruders breaking down one of the backdoors to the […]
Vuurwapenongeluk eis negejarige seun
A young boy was shot in the head in a freak incident involving an accidental discharge of a firearm. Nine-year-old Tiano Anthony was rushed to a nearby hospital in Towerkop Road, Manenberg in Cape Town in July 2023 where he succumbed to severe head trauma the following morning. After a police investigation, the owner of […]
Pretoria North homeowner shoots at villains entering property
A man from Pretoria North was outnumbered three to one when he was ambushed by robbers when he visited a friend in Pretoria North. Very shortly after the victim parked and before he could get out of his vehicle, three males quickly alighted from a sedan that unlawfully entered the property and stopped right behind […]
Ten “common sense” safety tips to avoid hunting accidents
Hunting is a very popular sport in South Africa and for many it is a way of life. However the presence of firearms means there is always a chance of accidents that can end in disaster and legal trouble. Firearms Guardian is aware of the dangers associated with hunting and provides hunters with the following […]