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Your First Day at the Range: A Step-by-Step Guide to Effective Firearm Training
Regular practice is what separates responsible firearm owners from everyone else. Skill with a firearm is not something you buy;
How to Legally Carry a Firearm in Public: Holsters, Concealment, and Public Perception in South Africa
In South Africa, legally carrying a firearm in public requires more than just a valid licence. It demands a full
How Many Firearms Can You Legally Own in South Africa? Understanding Limits, Dedicated Status, and Ownership Expansion
Owning multiple firearms in South Africa is possible, but subject to clear limits and regulations set out in the Firearms
Comparing Three Popular Self‑Defence Pistols in South Africa: Glock 19, CZ P‑09C, and Canik TP9 Series
For South African firearm owners, selecting a reliable, affordable self-defence pistol is a decision that demands careful consideration. Among the
Choosing the Right Self‑Defence Ammunition in South Africa: Legal and Practical Considerations
Owning a legal firearm is an important step toward protecting yourself and your loved ones—but just as critical is the
Firearms Maintenance Guide
Owning a firearm comes with the serious responsibility of ensuring it is safe, clean, and fully operational at all times.
This is how much it will cost you to apply for a firearm in 2025/26
It is getting more and more expensive to arm yourself following the latest hike in firearms application prices. The South
Disarming Our Defenders: Why the Draft PSIRA Regulations Must Be Withdrawn
First published on BizNews South Africa is battling an unprecedented violent crime crisis. Every day, more than 75 people are
PSIRA Amendment Threatens to Collapse South Africa’s Private Security Industry
Published by Gideon Joubert, South African Gun Owners Association (SAGA) – 2 April 2025 On 28 March 2025, the South
What you need to know about the Proposed PSIRA Regulation Amendments
Many South Africans, especially owners of firearms are deeply concerned about the new regulations concerning private security published in the
Why Canik is Taking the South African Firearm Market by Storm
Canik firearms have rapidly become one of the most popular handgun brands in South Africa, challenging long-established names like Glock,
The importance of choosing the right holster
Choosing the right holster is a critical aspect of responsible firearm ownership, especially for those who practice Everyday Carry (EDC)
Why Everyday Carry (EDC) Firearms Are Essential in South Africa
Introduction Everyday Carry (EDC) firearms are becoming a necessity for South Africans who want to protect themselves and their families.
Judgement on SAAADA vs CFR regarding barrel serial numbers; Firearms.co.za commends vital decision
In the video below Gideon Joubert of Paratus discusses a very concerning matter that had to be settled in court
New Year ushered in with violent crime and why firearm ownership is essential in 2025
As South Africa ushered in the new year, it did so under a grim cloud of violence, crime, and deadly
When self-defence goes wrong; the tragic case of Mr. Smith
In South Africa, owning a firearm for self-defence is often a necessary step for protecting one’s family and property. However,
The different types of ammo used for hunting and self defence and is the use of hollow-point bullets in South Africa legal?
When it comes to choosing ammunition, both hunting and home defense require specific types of ammo designed for their unique
South African heroes of the Second World War: Sailor Malan
This month much of the Western world mourns the men who laid down their lives fighting against the Central Powers
How do I get a hunting permit in 2024?
Firearms and Firearms Guardian is well aware of how many of our readers are keen and very skilled hunters. However,
How do I legally travel with a firearm in South Africa during the holidays in 2024?
The holiday season is upon us, and many of you have already made plans and packed your bags to take
Firearm owner shoots and kills three hijackers on the N1
Yet another courageous firearm owner kept his cool under life-threatening pressure during an attempted hijacking on the N1. The following
