The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA) continues to make strong strides in promoting a gun-violence-free Ghana through its school outreach programmes in the Northern Region.

In April 2026, the Commission engaged over 1,200 students across three senior high schools in Tamale, including Kalpohini SHS, Vitting SHS and Tamale Islamic Science SHS, in a series of impactful sensitization sessions on the dangers of small arms and light weapons.

The turnout of nearly 1,000 students at the Kalpohini SHS alone highlights growing youth interest in peace and security issues.

Through interactive discussions, students were educated on what constitutes small arms and light weapons, the risks and consequences of their misuse, and the importance of responsible citizenship. Real-life examples from Ghana were shared to help students understand that gun violence is a present and real threat, not a distant issue.

The sessions also encouraged students to reject violence, promote peace within their communities, and report suspicious activities that could threaten safety.

These engagements form part of NACSA’s ongoing commitment to its “Catch Them Young” approach, empowering the next generation to become active advocates for a gun-violence-free Ghana.