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,…
"Disarmament and Non-proliferation are investments in peace. They are investments in our future. Let's end these threads before they end us"António Guterres- UN Secretary-General The challenge of armed violence and the illicit arms trade is a multifaceted issue that not only threatens the fabric of societies but also…
As part of its ongoing efforts in the Ashanti region, Officers from the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons, Mr. Emmanuel Gyimah and Mr. Emmanuel Kenneth Oduro, recently engaged members of the Asawase community in the Ashanti Region. The meeting took place at the Mosque of…
Hamile, Ghana – Officers of the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons, Mohammed Naziru Deeshina, Basit Mohammed Yussif, and Philemon Nandongee, Programmes Officer embarked on a public awareness campaign held at the Hamile Community Central Mosque on last Friday. The aim of the campaign is to…
Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana - The Western Region of Ghana grapples with a surge in illegal gun proliferation, partly fueled by rampant illegal mining activities and its proximity to conflict-prone regions. Recognizing the pivotal role of drivers in the transportation of goods and people, the National Commission on Small Arms…