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Is South Africa losing track of its legal firearms? A sharp drop in licence renewal applications has reignited the debate over gun control, with Gun Free South Africa warning of growing risks, while firearm owners blame bureaucratic failures and legal confusion.

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Is South Africa losing track of its legal firearms? A sharp drop in licence renewal applications has reignited the debate over gun control, with Gun Free South Africa warning of growing risks, while firearm owners blame bureaucratic failures and legal confusion.

Is South Africa losing track of its legal firearms? A sharp drop in licence renewal applications has reignited the debate over gun control, with Gun Free South Africa warning of growing risks, while firearm owners blame bureaucratic failures and legal confusion.  Guest: Claire Taylor: Gun violence prevention consultant at Gun Free SA      

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