Aflao Communities Unite Against Small Arms Trafficking in ‘Silence the Gun’ Campaign.
The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA) successfully conducted a two-day campaign in Aflao, aiming to combat small arms proliferation and promote peace. Key Highlights: Campaign Name: Silence the Gun, Save a Life. Support: Funded by SALIENT, UNDP, and UNODC, with backing from international partners like Finland and Japan. Activities: Included stakeholder engagements, a Peace March, cultural displays, and a documentary highlighting the dangers of illegal arms. Outcome: Reaffirmation of commitment by local leaders and NACSA to tackle gun violence and enhance security. The initiative marked a significant step towards curbing small arms trafficking in Aflao, a hotspot for illegal arms trading on Ghana's border with Togo. The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA) successfully conducted a two-day campaign in Aflao, aiming to combat small arms proliferation and promote peace. Key Highlights: Campaign Name: […]
