In the Government Gazette of 14 December 2011 (No 34855) the Minister of Police, Mr Nathi Mthethwa announced that the date by which possessors of muzzle loaders need to apply for competency certificates for those firearms has been extended from 9 January 2012 to 31 July 2012.

SAGA thanks the Minister for taking the pragmatic step of extending the deadline and for listening to the representations made on the subject. .

Note however that, because the legislation now requires muzzle loader owners also to have valid competency certificates, it will be necessary for those affected to renew and/or apply for new black powder/explosives permits. The Chief Inspector of Explosives is expected to issue a note explaining why new and/or renewed permits are required and outline the processes you will have to follow. We will keep you advised as the necessary information becomes available.

Issued: Thursday 24 November 2011 at 12:41 pm

Issued by: The SAGA Office  tel +27 31 5629951  fax: +27 86 5539615

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