National Conventional Arms Control Act, 2002 (Act No. 41 of 2002)

SINCE the adequate protection of rights to life and security of the person against repression and acts of aggression is fundamental to the well-being and to the social and economic development of every country;

AND SINCE it is the duty of every government to protect and safeguard the rights of its people:

AND SINCE every responsible country has the right to acquire arms to equip itself against acts of aggression;

AND SINCE the Republic is a responsible member of the international community and will not trade in conventional arms with states engaged in repression, aggression or terrorism;

AND SINCE the Republic is engaged in the manufacturing and export of conventional arms;

AND SINCE it is vitally important to ensure accountability in all matters concerning conventional arms.

BE IT THEREFORE ENACTED by the Parliament of the Republic of South Africa, as follows:-