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AfriForum is an Afrikaans civil rights organisation that protects the rights of minority groups at national as well as provincial level, and anyone who can identify with AfriForum’s principles and objectives may join the organisation. AfriForum’s community plan focuses on mobilising communities to thus take control of their own streets and neighbourhoods again. AfriForum ensures that your constitutional and civil rights are recognised and protected at national level.

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AfriForum is ’n Afrikaanse burgerregteorganisasie wat die regte van minderheidsgroepe op sowel nasionale as provinsiale vlak beskerm, en enigiemand wat met AfriForum se beginsels en doelstellings kan identifiseer, mag by die organisasie aansluit. AfriForum se gemeenskapsplan fokus daarop om gemeenskappe te mobiliseer om só weer beheer terug te neem oor hul eie strate en woonbuurtes. AfriForum verseker dat jou grondwetlike én burgerregte op nasionale vlak erken en beskerm word.

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Successful firearm practice at Pearly Beach highlight skill and safety

ByAfriForum 20/03/202620/03/2026

AfriForum’s Pearly Beach neighbourhood watch hosted a successful shooting day at the local shooting range this past weekend. Led by Riaan Booysen, AfriForum’s Safety Chairperson of the Overstrand neighbourhood watches, a total of 12 marksman participated in the day’s activities. Booysen ensured that all safety protocols were strictly adhered to and that participants were able to hone their skills in a structured and safe environment.

“The day was characterised by good cooperation, discipline and enthusiasm among the participants. A highlight of the day was the excellent performance of the three ladies who participated. They displayed their skills with confidence and clearly showed that they should not be underestimated,” says Booysen.

Days such as these are important for the development of technical skills as well as for the promotion of responsible firearm use and safety within the community.

“Our focus remains on safety, training and building a responsible and well-prepared community. These days bring people together and help develop skills in a safe and structured way,” he adds.

The Overstrand branch is already planning the next events, which will be held at the Gansbaai pistol range in April and in Hermanus in May. Dates will be announced closer to the time. Interested parties are encouraged to get involved at www.wordlid.co.za and be part of future training opportunities.