A Peaceful Ghana: Curbing Small Arms Proliferation to Uphold a Strong Democracy
As Ghana celebrates another year of independence, we are reminded that the true essence of our freedom lies in peace, security, and the rule of law. A strong democracy is not merely defined by free and fair elections––it is sustained by national stability, the protection of human rights, and the absence of threats that undermine […]
Minister for the Interior Pays Maiden Visit to The Small Arms Commission
Accra, 25 February 2025 – The Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak accompanied by Ag. Chief Director Mrs Doreen Annan, two Directors, his Personal Assistant and the Public Relations Officer of the Ministry, paid a working visit to the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA). The objective of the visit was […]
MR. SAMUEL WILLIAMS YEBOAH OUTGONE EXECUTIVE SECRETARY HANDS OVER TO DR. ADAM ADAMU ALHASSAN BONAA AS AG. EXECUTIVE SECRETARY OF THE SMALL ARMS COMMISSION
Accra, 24 February 2025 – The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons has ushered in a new chapter of leadership as Mr. Samuel Williams Yeboah, the immediate past Executive Secretary officially handed over the affairs of the Commission to, Dr. Adam Adamu Alhassan Bonaa, as the Ag. Executive Secretary During the handing-over meeting, […]
NATIONAL COMMISSION ON SMALL ARMS AMPLIFIES FIGHT AGAINST ILLICIT ARMS IN WESTERN REGION
Essikado, Western Region – The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA), with the support of the Saving Lives Entity fund (SALIENT) and in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the United Nations Office for Drug and Crime (UNODC), has concluded a three-day public education and sensitization campaign in Essikado […]
AFLAO COMMUNITIES UNITE FOR SILENCE THE GUN, SAVE A LIFE CAMPAIGN
As part of the nationwide public education campaign to highlight the dangers of small arms proliferation, change societal attitudes, and build zero tolerance towards illegal small armspossession and trafficking dubbed Silence the Gun, Save a Life campaign, the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons embarked on a two day community engagements in Aflao. Known for its vibrant trade and proximity to Togo, Aflao has become a preferred […]
BORDER SECURITY AGENCIES TRAINED TO COMBAT SMALL ARMS TRAFFICKING IN AFLAO
Aflao, Ghana — Border regions are emerging as critical battlegrounds in the fight against organized crime, particularly the trafficking of small arms. These vulnerable zones are frequently exploited by criminal networks, taking advantage of gaps in security and a lack of coordination among agencies. To address this escalating threat, a two-day capacity-building workshop was held at […]
SMALL ARMS COMMISSION TRAINS BORDER OFFICIALS TO STRENGTHEN DETECTION AND PROSECUTION OF ILLICIT ARMS AT TEMA PORT
TEMA, GHANA – The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons has organized a three-day capacity-building workshop for border officials at Tema Port, aimed at bolstering the capability of border authorities to detect, identify, trace, record, and prosecute cases of illicit arms trafficking. As one of the largest ports in West Africa, Tema serves as a critical […]
THE PSYCHOLOGY OF SMALL ARMS ACQUISITION AND POSSESSION
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 in Ghana, drawing insights from the Arms […]
WAANSA CONVENE CSOs TO ENHANCE ADVOCACY AND LOBBYING CAPACITY FOR LEGAL REFORMS ON SMALL ARMS IN GHANA
Representatives of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), spearheaded by the West Africa Network on Small Arms and Light Weapons (WAANSA) Ghana, have convened in Accra for a 3-day workshop aimed at enhancing advocacy and lobbying capacities for legal reforms in small arms in Ghana. The objective of the workshop is to build capacity in order to […]
2-DAY WORKSHOP ON ADVANCED CONVENTIONAL WEAPONS AND PRIVATE MILITARY ACTIVITIES IN AFRICA CONCLUDES
Accra, Ghana – A 2-day workshop aimed at addressing the evolving threats posed by the illicit proliferation Advanced Conventional Weapons (ACW) and Private Military Companies (PMCs) activities in Africa has concluded successfully. Organized by the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons in partnership with the Halo Trust USA Team, the event brought together […]