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Civil unrest in SA puts spotlight on proposed firearm bill - is now the time to be disarming citizens?

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On a day when chaos reigns - with many South African’s wondering how they’re going to protect themselves - the ongoing debate on the proposed ban on firearms for self-defence is particularly important. Joining the BizNews Power Hour to discuss this is Gideon Joubert, a firearms activist who has spoken out against the proposed bill, and Nicholas Lorimer of the IRR. Lorimer recently wrote a piece (published on BizNews) about the reality of firearms ownership - and whether civilian ownership is a contributor to crime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12 Jul 2021 9AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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