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The FPC, townships, and the future of South African firearm law?

July 1, 2025

In this article, Jonathan shares what he learned in a recent meeting with the Lwandle SAPS to learn about CPF structures (Community Policing Forum) and their challenges in the township context. From first contact and getting an introduction to CPFs, to understanding their challenges and thinking about how the FPC can get involved to create […]

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‘Illegal firearms’ and the power of language: how firearm owners lose

Jonathan argues that using terminology such as ‘illegal firearms’ directly contributes to why the fight for firearm rights is on the back foot in South Africa. Instead, he says that we need to understand the tactics of our opponents, and correct and educate others about why we need to be truthful. Building on this earlier