The acquisition and possession of firearms have significant psychological implications for individuals and communities alike. Understanding the motivations behind gun ownership is essential for policymakers, law enforcement agencies, mental health professionals and the general public as a whole. This article explores the psychology of gun acquisition and possession…
As part of its efforts to promote the safe and secure management of Small Arms and Light Weapons and Ammunition, the European Union (EU), in collaboration with its implementing partner, the Geneva International Centre for Humanitarian Demining (GICHD), has developed an internationally recognized Arms and Ammunition Management Validation…
In a significant move towards addressing the rising concern of gun-related incidents in Ghana, the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA) on 17th May 2024 paid a courtesy call to the Office of the Dean of Student Affairs at the University of Ghana (UG). This…
In collaboration with the African Union Commission (AU), Bonn International Centre for Conflict Studies (BICC), and the Bundeswehr Verification Centre and with support from the German Federal Foreign Office (GFFO), the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons organised a comprehensive 3-day training program for its officers…
In a world consumed by the devastating consequences of gun violence, the traditional image ofmasculinity often intersects with aggression and force. But what if being a "real man" meansrejecting violence as solution to tensions and embracing dialogue as a path to resolution ofconflicts? Picture this: A man discovers…
Accra, Ghana - In a collaborative effort spearheaded by the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons, alongside the United Nations Development Programme- Ghana (UNDP-Ghana) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the “Saving Lives Entity (SALIENT) FUND PROJECT” has been launched. The launch…
Accra, Ghana - In response to the escalating security challenges in the Sahel region and neighboring countries, the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA) is embarking on a series of interventions to combat the illicit trafficking of small arms, light weapons, and improvised explosive devices…
Owning a gun may be seen by some as a symbol of protection while others view them as instruments of fear and aggression, capable of inflicting irreparable harm in a split second. In Ghana, owning a firearm is a privilege and not a right. The Arms and Ammunition…
In a milestone event underscoring the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons' unwavering commitment to peace, security, and equality, Executive Secretary Mr. Samuel Williams Yeboah in a speech, emphasised the need for a gender-sensitive approach to holistically tackle the proliferation of illicit Small Arms and Light…
Upper West Region, Ghana - In a concerted effort to combat the proliferation of illicit arms and enhance community safety, the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons intensified its public education and sensitization activities. Officers of the Commission, Mr. Fred Kaarindeme Briamah and Mr. Mohammed Mahawia,…