'If we can't act, those who have illegal guns will finish those that are law-abiding and those that have illegal guns will play God and decide who lives and who dies,' said Gauteng premier Panyaza Lesufi.
“Our lekgotla was very clear that we will approach the legislators and that we need a debate and serious action to be taken on strengthening gun laws across the board.
Lesufi said the Gauteng government will assist AKA's family to make sure he gets a fitting farewell. Details for the funeral have yet to be announced. “You must successfully pass the prescribed test to prove your knowledge of the Firearms Control Act of 2000, as well as the prescribed training and practical test regarding the safe and efficient handling of a firearm at an accredited training provider.
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