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Despite our consistent efforts to be committed and involved with the objectives of the MOU, we find that nothing of material value has been accomplished.
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Safe Citizen Ends Government MOU
on 11 October 2022by Safe CitizenDespite our consistent efforts to be committed and involved with the objectives of the MOU, we find that nothing of material value has been accomplished.
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Latest NewsCategory: Media Statement
Having an emergency preparedness contingency plan has never been more important.
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NWH and Community Safety Plans
on 31 August 2022by Safe CitizenHaving an emergency preparedness contingency plan has never been more important.
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Latest NewsCategory: Media Statement
Another deadly quarter in South Africa has been revealed by national crime statistics released by Minister Cele on August 19th.
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Community Fear over SA Murder Statistics
on 23 August 2022by Tim FlackAnother deadly quarter in South Africa has been revealed by national crime statistics released by Minister Cele on August 19th.
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Category: Article
Many point at the failure of the government to get control of crime, we ought to be looking inwards before we point at others.Read More
Community Safety is Your Right
on 16 August 2022by Jonathan DealMany point at the failure of the government to get control of crime, we ought to be looking inwards before we point at others.Read More
Category: Media Statement
Safe Citizen extends condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in tavern attacks over the weekend. Read More
Condolences to families of Tavern Murders
on 11 July 2022by Jonathan DealSafe Citizen extends condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in tavern attacks over the weekend. Read More
Category: Media Statement
This opinion piece seeks a balanced view presenting facts in a rational discussion on an emotional topic.Read More
Does Gun Control Work on Criminals?
on 12 June 2022by Jonathan DealThis opinion piece seeks a balanced view presenting facts in a rational discussion on an emotional topic.Read More
Category: Media Statement
Jeremy Vearey suggests that guns in criminal hands originate from private owners.Read More
Top Cop Takes Aim at Private Gun Owners
on 18 May 2022by Jonathan DealJeremy Vearey suggests that guns in criminal hands originate from private owners.Read More
Category: Media Bulletin
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Violence Not Solved By Disarming Citizens
on 12 May 2022by Jonathan DealRead More
Category: Media Bulletin
We look forward to working with the new Commissioner via the Civilian Secretariat.Read More
Change in SAPS Leadership Welcomed
on 28 February 2022by Jonathan DealWe look forward to working with the new Commissioner via the Civilian Secretariat.Read More
Category: Media Bulletin
The Institute for Security Studies has overturned the notion that it is a gun that is responsible for most homicides.
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Guns Aren't The Problem
on 21 February 2022by Jonathan DealThe Institute for Security Studies has overturned the notion that it is a gun that is responsible for most homicides.
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Category: Media Bulletin
The delay of the bill is closely linked to the overwhelmingly negative public comment received by the government.
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The People Have Spoken
on 30 November 2021by Jonathan DealThe delay of the bill is closely linked to the overwhelmingly negative public comment received by the government.
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Category: Media Statements
Criminals with guns are fast becoming the greatest enemy of South Africa’s children.
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Take control of the criminals not the guns
on 27 October 2021by Jonathan DealCriminals with guns are fast becoming the greatest enemy of South Africa’s children.
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Category: Media Bulletin
SAAADA & CHASA invite affected individuals to submit the details of their new firearm application’s processing period.
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Submit details of new applications
on 14 September 2021by Dear South AfricaSAAADA & CHASA invite affected individuals to submit the details of their new firearm application’s processing period.
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Category: Media Statements
The criminal and life-threatening practice of firing guns into the air at funerals and rallies in South Africa has to be ended immediately.
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It's Raining Bullets
on 07 September 2021by Jonathan DealThe criminal and life-threatening practice of firing guns into the air at funerals and rallies in South Africa has to be ended immediately.
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Category: In The Media
Gun sales shoot up as more people look to arm themselves following unrest
on 04 September 2021by The Witness
By The Witness reporter Jyothi Laldas.
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Gun sales shoot up as more people look to arm themselves following unrest
on 04 September 2021by The WitnessBy The Witness reporter Jyothi Laldas.
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Category: Media Bulletin
The accounts of citizens standing together to protect property and lives in the face of looting point to an encouraging trend.
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Community Mobilisation is Key to Safe Citizens
on 16 July 2021by Safe CitizenThe accounts of citizens standing together to protect property and lives in the face of looting point to an encouraging trend.
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Category: Media Bulletin
In this time of despair Safe Citizen encourages all law-abiding South Africans to stand together and look after one another.
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Solidarity with law-abiding citizens and SAPS
on 13 July 2021by Safe CitizenIn this time of despair Safe Citizen encourages all law-abiding South Africans to stand together and look after one another.
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Category: Media Statements
These events demonstrate the inability of the government to protect its citizens and establishes a case for private firearms.
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SAPS flounders in the face of riots and looting
on 13 July 2021by Safe CitizenThese events demonstrate the inability of the government to protect its citizens and establishes a case for private firearms.
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Category: Media Statements
The Civilian Secretariat for Police finally released the 'Wits Report' on their website.
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SAPS finally release hidden report
on 28 June 2021by SafeCitizenThe Civilian Secretariat for Police finally released the 'Wits Report' on their website.
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Category: Media Statements
We are provided with another example of the double standards of SAPS leadership and inability of the State to look after its own guns.
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More SAPS Guns Stolen
on 25 June 2021by SafeCitizenWe are provided with another example of the double standards of SAPS leadership and inability of the State to look after its own guns.
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Category: In The Media
All human interactions can be reduced to either reason or force; carrying a gun protects you from those who would resort to force instead of reason.
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Carrying a gun is a civilised act
on 21 June 2021by Jonathan DealAll human interactions can be reduced to either reason or force; carrying a gun protects you from those who would resort to force instead of reason.
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Category: Media Statements
SAPS lost 26 025 guns, yet still wants to disarm law-abiding citizens.
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SAPS lost guns but wants to disarm citizens
on 21 June 2021by Ian CameronSAPS lost 26 025 guns, yet still wants to disarm law-abiding citizens.
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Category: Media Statements
Law-abiding citizens have an opportunity to unite in this fight for their rights.
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At least the DA are listening to public outcry
on 18 June 2021by Ian CameronLaw-abiding citizens have an opportunity to unite in this fight for their rights.
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Category: Media Statements
By joining Safe Citizen (for free) you will add your voice to an organisation that enters this fight at the level of the Bill of Rights.
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Call for solidarity of gun owners
on 26 May 2021by Jonathan DealBy joining Safe Citizen (for free) you will add your voice to an organisation that enters this fight at the level of the Bill of Rights.
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Category: Video Statements
Sport Shooter Stand Up!
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Sport Shooter Stand Up!
on 26 May 2021by Jonathan DealSport Shooter Stand Up!
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Category: Media Statements
In one fell swoop, the Firearm Amendment Bill 2021, has shocked, enraged and frightened South Africans.Read More
The Government has woken a sleeping giant
on 25 May 2021by Jonathan DealIn one fell swoop, the Firearm Amendment Bill 2021, has shocked, enraged and frightened South Africans.Read More
Category: Video Statements
The government has declared war on your personal safety and security.
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War Declared On Personal Safety
on 23 May 2021by Jonathan DealThe government has declared war on your personal safety and security.
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Category: Video Statements
Morning. Me again. If you've had enough please block me. I won't be stopping my messages. I won't be counted as someone who sat and watched things happen.
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A Message To Gun Owners
on 17 May 2021by Jonathan DealMorning. Me again. If you've had enough please block me. I won't be stopping my messages. I won't be counted as someone who sat and watched things happen.
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Category: Video Statements
If you're concerned about community safety and security please watch this video. Share it far and wide. It's for you. Your family. Your community. Please stand up and stand together before it's too late.
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A Message To SA Citizens
on 14 May 2021by Jonathan DealIf you're concerned about community safety and security please watch this video. Share it far and wide. It's for you. Your family. Your community. Please stand up and stand together before it's too late.
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Category: Media Statements
The failure of police officers to intervene in this assault is a dereliction of duty.
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Police Station Supposed To Be Safe
on 31 March 2021by Jonathan DealThe failure of police officers to intervene in this assault is a dereliction of duty.
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Category: Media Statements
The crisis in SAPS is affecting law-abiding citizens.
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Citizens Suffer While Criminals Prosper
on 09 March 2021by Jonathan DealThe crisis in SAPS is affecting law-abiding citizens.
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Category: Media Statements
The virtual breakdown of service has been formally acknowledged. Let's work through this together.Read More
Gun Licences - SAPS Asks For Time
on 15 February 2021by Jonathan DealThe virtual breakdown of service has been formally acknowledged. Let's work through this together.Read More
Category: Media Statements
SafeCitizen calls on SAPS to work with law-abiding gun owners and to also accept the assistance, expertise and administrative muscle of licensed firearm dealers.
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Don't Throw Us Under The Bus
on 11 February 2021by Jonathan DealSafeCitizen calls on SAPS to work with law-abiding gun owners and to also accept the assistance, expertise and administrative muscle of licensed firearm dealers.
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Category: InterviewsTV Interview
on 30 January 2021by Safe Citizen
Safe Citizen's National Coordinator, Jonathan Deal, is interviewed on eNCA News about the revelation that the SSA had unlawfully given firearms to non-members.Watch Interview
TV Interview
on eNCA
on 30 January 2021by Safe CitizenSafe Citizen's National Coordinator, Jonathan Deal, is interviewed on eNCA News about the revelation that the SSA had unlawfully given firearms to non-members.Watch Interview
Category: InterviewsRadio Interview
on 30 January 2021by Safe Citizen
Safe Citizen's National Coordinator, Jonathan Deal, is interviewed on RSG about the revelation that the SSA had unlawfully given firearms to non-members.
Radio Interview
on RSG
on 30 January 2021by Safe CitizenSafe Citizen's National Coordinator, Jonathan Deal, is interviewed on RSG about the revelation that the SSA had unlawfully given firearms to non-members.
Category: Media Statements
The SSA unlawfully gave guns to 'non-members', a shocking revelation by SSA acting director-general Loyiso Jafta in front of the State Capture Enquiry.
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SSA Gives Guns To Friends
on 27 January 2021by Jonathan DealThe SSA unlawfully gave guns to 'non-members', a shocking revelation by SSA acting director-general Loyiso Jafta in front of the State Capture Enquiry.
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Category: Media Statements
"I still have a question that I raised with police, if this person is a known drug dealer and a gangster, why was he still out there?"
- Minister Bheki Cele
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Carnage in Durban
on 06 January 2021by McIntosh Polela"I still have a question that I raised with police, if this person is a known drug dealer and a gangster, why was he still out there?"
- Minister Bheki Cele
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Category: Media Statements
It is hypocritical to call for a ban on firearms when our leaders have armed protection and when others who have money can afford 24/7 armed securityRead More
South Africans Are Dying
on 14 December 2020by McIntosh PolelaIt is hypocritical to call for a ban on firearms when our leaders have armed protection and when others who have money can afford 24/7 armed securityRead More
Category: SAPS Directives
SAPS have issued additional guidelines for the 2020 firearms amnesty that contains important information for anybody making use of the amnesty.Read More
Firearms Amnesty Guidelines
on 9 December 2020by SafeCitizenSAPS have issued additional guidelines for the 2020 firearms amnesty that contains important information for anybody making use of the amnesty.Read More
Category: Media Statement
The African Union's Silence the Guns campaign is targeting illegally owned firearms and has nothing to do with lawful gun owners in South Africa.Read More
Silence The Guns Is Not About Us
on 8 December 2020by McIntosh PolelaThe African Union's Silence the Guns campaign is targeting illegally owned firearms and has nothing to do with lawful gun owners in South Africa.Read More
Category: Media Statement
South Africa is now ranked the fifth most dangerous country out of the 144 countries covered in a recent survey.
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Citizens Live In Fear
on 23 November 2020by McIntosh PolelaSouth Africa is now ranked the fifth most dangerous country out of the 144 countries covered in a recent survey.
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Category: Media Statement
High Court Backs Gun Owners
on 11 November 2020by SafeCitizenThis is good news for persons who were being denied the opportunity to make use of the amnesty under certain conditions. Well done to Martin Hood.Read MoreCategory: Court Order"Sternberg
on 11 November 2020by SafeCitizenThe Gauteng High Court issues an order to SAPS to accept & process amnesty applications for firearms physically surrendered during the amnesty period.Read More
"Sternberg
v SAPS"
on 11 November 2020by SafeCitizenThe Gauteng High Court issues an order to SAPS to accept & process amnesty applications for firearms physically surrendered during the amnesty period.Read MoreCategory: Media Statement
Stamp Out Corruption
on 4 November 2020by SafeCitizenLaw-abiding firearm owners ... have an opportunity right now to choose to support our police in rooting out corrupt elements and arresting the criminals.Read MoreCategory: Media Statement
Stand Against Murderers
on 3 November 2020by SafeCitizenOnly by standing together as a lawfully armed society that cares about each other will we make our communities safer from crime and violence.Read MoreCategory: Media Statement
It is time for action and our opportunity to step up and do something more to protect our communities.
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SafeCitizen Launches
on 29 October 2020by McIntosh PolelaIt is time for action and our opportunity to step up and do something more to protect our communities.
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Category: Media Statement
We are alarmed by the developments around the tragic murder of the young farmer, Brendin Horner.
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Lawlessness is not an option
on 13 October 2020by McIntosh PolelaWe are alarmed by the developments around the tragic murder of the young farmer, Brendin Horner.
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