PSiRA clarifies misconceptions about new firearm regulations for security firms in South Africa

Clarity given on private security industry’s proposed ‘firearms ban’

Fears that private security companies would be disarmed by a new amendment have been denied by Psira, but not all are convinced.

PSiRA clarifies misconceptions about new firearm regulations for security firms in South Africa

PSiRA firmly counters claims that new firearm regulations will hinder South Africa's security firms, emphasising the importance of public engagement in shaping effective policies.

Security firms up in arms over changes

Security firms up in arms over changes Minenhle.Thusi Sat, 04/12/2025 - 08:30 Western Cape Police and City of Cape Town law enforcement agencies have seen a significant number of crimes being committed using replica and modified guns.  DURBAN - You may soon stop seeing armed guards at malls. This is one of the proposed changes to the Private Security Industry Regulation Act. Nevertheless, it's got the sector up in arms.READ | US Supreme Court …

The controversial proposed amendments to regulations to place restrictions on the use of firearms in the private security industry, “will protect responsible service providers and improve standards in the industry”.

Regulator says it has no aim to disarm security sector

The Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) says it is not aiming to ban the  R50 billion security sector from using firearms and that the proposed regulations merely seek to restrict gun use in line with international standards. This comes after security businesses and legal experts raised fears this week that the regulations would disarm the private security industry and lead to an escalation in violent crime and job losses. How…

PSIRA responds on amendments to firearms regulations for security firms

The Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) has addressed mounting apprehensions regarding the recent draft amendments to the Private Security Industry Firearms Regulations, Cape {town} Etc reports. In a statement released following the amendments published by the Minister of Police,  Senzo Mchunu, on 28 March 2025, PSIRA encourages public engagement amid concerns that these regulations may impede the operations of security firms.…