Gun Free SA

Are guns a right—or a threat to them? This #HumanRightsDay, @jeremyveary unpacks how guns violate our fundamental freedoms. Our fight for a safer South Africa continues. Join us: gfsa.org.za #GunFreeSA #SafeSpaces #EndGunViolence #HumanRight

From our formation in 1995 to landmark legal victories and advocacy for stricter gun laws, every step has brought us closer to a safer South Africa while protecting our human rights. Join our gang’s movement in creating change: gfsa.org.za/our-history/ #GunFreeSA

Another danger of having a gun at home! thesouthafrican.com/news/dog-shoot…

Guns fuel violence in SA. In #SONA2025, @PresidencyZA admitted the crisis — but words alone won’t save lives. It’s time to close loopholes, enforce the law, and stop the flow of guns. Enough talk. Take action. #GunFreeSA #EndGunViolence

"Gunshots remain a significant public health concern" says spokesperson Dwayne Evans as over 30,000 trauma cases overwhelm Western Cape emergency centres in February. news24.com/news24/southaf…

Together, we can reclaim our streets from gun violence! Gun Free Zones are a powerful step that mobilise communities and create safer spaces for everyone. Ready to start? ow.ly/JRGY50VbgkN #GunFreeSA #GunFreeZones #SafeSpaces #EndGunViolence

This #InternationalWomensDay, we confront the reality that easy access to guns fuels femicide. Urgent action is needed to disarm abusers and protect lives. Read how gun control can save women’s lives here: ow.ly/53BT50VcC8h #EndGunViolence #SAferSpaces #IWD2024

Not all abuse leaves bruises. Ellen thought she’d found love—until love became control. Coercive control isolates, manipulates, and breaks you down before violence starts. If you need help, reach out to these organisations: @Lifeline @SaferSpaces @POWA_ZA @RapeCrisis #GunFreeSA

Coercive control is a silent but dangerous form of abuse that can escalate rapidly, especially with guns involved. It’s crucial to know how @SAPoliceService can help remove firearms safely. Start here: ow.ly/aKW550VbffX #GunFreeSA #EndGunViolence #SAferSpaces

Ever wonder what happens after you file a protection order? Experts at @mosiacngo explain the court process, from interim orders to final decisions and what that means your safety. Get informed: gfsa.org.za/2018/12/12/rem… #GunFreeSA #SafeSpaces

Femicide cases are on the rise, but accountability in @SAPoliceService investigations is collapsing. Nearly 50% of perpetrators in 2020 weren’t identified. This is not just a statistic – it's a national emergency demanding immediate, decisive action. gfsa.org.za/download/resea…

Filing a protection order can be tricky. Watch @mosiacngo share key tips to build a strong case. MOSAIC Court Support Workers are available in 15 Courts in the WC, but you can also bring a friend or relative to help. gfsa.org.za/2018/12/12/rem… #GunFreeSA

This Valentine’s Day, we remember Reeva Steenkamp, whose life was tragically cut short 12 years ago. A gun in the hand of her boyfriend took her from us, and her story remains a stark reminder of the deadly role firearms play in intimate partner violence. gfsa.org.za/2018/12/12/rem…

Guns and love don’t mix. In SA, a woman is killed by her intimate partner every 8 hours, with guns often escalating violence. This Valentine’s Day, commit to safer, healthier relationships. Make your relationship gun free. gfsa.org.za/2018/12/12/rem… #GunFreeSA #EndGunViolence

Do you know how a protection order can keep you safe? Check out this video by our partner @mosaicngo explaining the basics of the Domestic Violence Act and how it limits abusers. gfsa.org.za/2018/12/12/rem… #GunFreeSA #DomesticViolenceAct #GBV

We all need to prioritise reducing gun crime and violence. Join the Gun Free gang and together we can build a safer South Africa #SONA2025

news24.com/you/news/local… "I thought it was a toy," she said before her ex-husband shot her, leaving her paralyzed. A reminder to choose love that doesn't hurt, this Valentine's. Every 8 hrs, a woman dies from intimate partner violence in SA. Make relationships #GunFree 🕊️

Gun Free Zones create safer spaces but are often misunderstood. Communities worldwide are choosing to live free from gun violence, shaping new social norms. Supported by the @UN, GFZs foster peaceful environments for all. Learn more: bit.ly/3PGuJl5 #EndGunViolence

@Mamascot1 While violence has multiple causes, guns make it far more deadly. Evidence consistently shows that more guns lead to more violence. Let's create safer communities through other means.

@GunFreeSA Noooooo! When people know others are armed, there is less gun violence. It is in gun-free zones that the attacks happen. It is not a gun that attacks, it is the people using the gun. Most guns used in such violence are illegal and a ban on guns will not help.

We are losing our young people to gun violence. Two mass shootings in just two weeks. The victims? All under 30 years old. Our youth deserve better. Join the gang that’s fighting for a gun free South Africa 🚫 news24.com/news24/southaf…

@jnrsa_sa A spoon isn’t designed to kill. A gun is. Reducing gun access reduces gun violence—simple as that.

@GunFreeSA And people are getting fat because of spoons. Viva spoon free South Africa!