Firearms Guardian stands by member wrongfully arrested after life-threatening attack
When Lizette Becker decided to become a firearm owner, it was not out of choice, but survival. Having endured two violent attacks – one of which claimed the life of her husband before her eyes – Lizette understood the importance of being able to protect herself and her children. She became a Firearms Guardian policyholder, […]
Are Airguns Considered Firearms in South Africa?
What the Law Says – and What You Should Know Airguns (also called pellet guns or BB guns) are widely owned in South Africa for pest control, recreational shooting, and training. But many people are unsure whether these weapons are considered firearms under South African Law. Can you buy one without a licence? Can you […]
Unlicenced Firearm Used in Self-Defence: What South African Law Says After a Farm Attack
Firearms Guardian has been made aware of a recent incident in the North West province where an unlicenced firearm was used in an act of self-defence during a suspected farm attack. The individual involved now faces charges of murder and the unlawful possession and use of a firearm. We believe this case highlights a crucial […]
Durban man faces murder charge after shooting and killing suspected hijacker
A 44-year-old man from Durban is facing murder charges after he shot and killed asuspected hijacker around 2am on 21 June 2023 in Zazi Road, Ntuzuma. The driver was dropping off his girlfriend when they were approached by three armed men.The driver fired several shots, killing one of the hijackers while the others fled on foot. […]
Confusion in hunting trip nearly ends friendship in tragedy
In an instant, chaos erupted. The sound of gunshots echoed through the forest, startling birds into flight and sending animals scattering in all directions. Morné, who had just taken aim at his actual target, felt an intense pain in his leg as the bullet pierced his flesh. His shot went off. Christiaan, startled by the noise and sensing danger, dove behind a fallen tree trunk, narrowly avoiding Morné’s bullet.
Hunter fatally shoots man he mistook for a boar
What if you were to accidentally discharge your firearm and someone is wounded? Or worse, killed someone while aiming at an animal when visibility is not optimal?