{
  "id": 94942,
  "title": "Small Arms Commission concludes armoury storekeepers and managers training to improve weapons management standards",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/03/small-arms-commission-concludes-armoury-storekeepers-and-managers",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-03T17:00:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/small-arms-commission-concludes-armoury-storekeepers-and-managers-training-to-improve-weapons-management-standards/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA) in Ghana has recently wrapped up a comprehensive Armoury Storekeepers and Store Managers Course. This training initiative was targeted at elevating standards in Physical Security and Stockpile Management (PSSM) across Ghana's security framework. The main objective of the course was to bolster the skills and knowledge of personnel tasked with managing armouries, with a specific emphasis on fostering secure storage methods, efficient weapons and ammunition handling, and adherence to globally recognized standards.\n\nNACSA extended its gratitude to The HALO Trust for their invaluable technical assistance and collaborative efforts, particularly in the realms of Weapons and Ammunition Management (WAM), safety compliance, and professional growth. The Commission took the opportunity to applaud all participants who successfully completed the course. NACSA is confident that the skills and insights gained from this training will lead to improved practices in armouries across the nation.\n\nThis course is part of NACSA's broader strategy to fortify Ghana's systems for managing small arms and ammunition. By doing so, the Commission aims to mitigate the risks that arise from inadequate storage and handling practices. NACSA remains steadfast in its commitment to advocating for adherence to international best practices in armoury management and to contributing to a safer security environment in Ghana.",
  "summary": "The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA) has successfully concluded an Armoury Storekeepers and Store Managers Course aimed at improving standards in Physical Security and Stockpile Management (PSSM) within Ghana’s security architecture.",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "Small Arms Commission steps up school outreach, reaches over 3,650 students in anti-gun violence campaign",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/03/small-arms-commission-steps-up-school-outreach-reaches-over-3-650",
        "published": "2026-08-03T17:53:55.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}