Debate Rekindled: Should South Africans Own Guns for Protection?

Following a recent incident in Johannesburg where a motorist allegedly shot and killed three suspected hijackers on the N1 highway, the debate over gun ownership for self-defense has intensified. With rising crime rates, many argue that owning a firearm is essential for personal protection. SA Gunowners Association’s Damian Enslin highlights that, by law, self-defense is permitted only in response to an unlawful attack. This event has reignited discussions on the rights and responsibilities of gun ownership in South Africa amid increasing safety concerns.