Ghana to host high-level Regional Meeting to combat firearms trafficking to West Africa
Ghana will host a high-level Regional Planning Meeting for Operation KAFO VI from May 27 to 29, 2025, as part of efforts to intensify the fight against illicit firearms trafficking in West Africa.
In a statement, the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NASCA) stated that the initiative aims to dismantle arms networks and enhance regional security.
“The Accra meeting is being convened in response to growing security concerns in the region, particularly the spillover of terrorist threats toward the Gulf of Guinea and the persistent challenge of firearms proliferation.
“Serving as a preparatory platform ahead of the full operational launch of KAFO VI, the meeting will build on the lessons and successes of KAFO V and seek to coordinate joint efforts against firearms trafficking and associated threats throughout the West African region,” the statement noted.
NASCA expressed hope that the session will assist participating countries in identifying key border points for intervention.
“As countries in West Africa continue to confront the intertwined challenges of arms trafficking and violent extremism, this planning meeting marks an important milestone in ensuring a united and strategic response,” it added.
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