RECSA is an intergovernmental organization mandated to coordinate the implementation of the Nairobi Protocol across its 15 Member States
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Regional Center on Small Arms retweeted
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Today at #BMS9, we will hear statements by international and regional organizations, followed by non-governmental organizations and civil society. #ActiveCivilSociety #SALW #UNPoA
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At #BMS9, #RECSA Executive Secretary delivered a statement underscoring both progress and persistent challenges in the fight against illicit small arms and light weapons.
Key achievements highlighted:
🔹Launch of the RECSA Regional Scorecard – an evidence‑based tool to measure implementation of 🔹the Nairobi Protocol, identify gaps and strengthen accountability
🔹Adoption of a regional roadmap to guide effective, coordinated and results‑oriented action on the Protocol
🔹Ongoing review of the Nairobi Protocol itself, ensuring it remains responsive to emerging threats
These milestones reflect the continued commitment of RECSA Member States to strengthen legislative frameworks, marking and record‑keeping, stockpile management and cross‑border cooperation.
Despite progress, the threat landscape is evolving rapidly. RECSA therefore calls on States and partners to enhance support for sustainable capacity‑building in marking, tracing, record‑keeping, stockpile management and destruction of surplus firearms
As RECSA Executive Secretary Mr. Jean‑Pierre Betindji emphasized, "Such cooperation remains essential if we are to collectively prevent diversion, combat illicit trafficking and sustain peace and security in our region and beyond"
#UNPoA #SmallArmsControl #BMS9 #RECSA #InternationalCooperation #NairobiProtocol
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🚨At #BMS9 on the #UNPoA, RECSA joins Member States in advancing concerted action against the illicit trade and misuse of small arms and light weapons. Kenya underscored its progress in strengthening legislation, enhancing border controls, investing in community programs and improving reporting & transparency. 🇰🇪 further renewed commitment to the principles of multilateralism and collective responsibility. #SALW #NairobiProtocol
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Regional Center on Small Arms retweeted
Today,
The Minister of Interior, Dr Vincent Biruta, in his capacity as Chairperson of the Regional Centre on Small Arms Council of Ministers, officiated at the opening of the 17th Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting in Kigali. The meeting brought together Police Chiefs, Permanent Secretaries, and National Focal Point Coordinators on Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) from RECSA Member States.
In his remarks, Dr Biruta underscored the need to strengthen regional cooperation in addressing the persistent illicit flow of small arms and the evolving security threats across the region.
Emphasizing the indispensable role of the Regional Centre on Small Arms (@recsasec ) in advancing peace and security, he called on Member States to reinforce political, technical, and financial support in order to sustain collective action under the Nairobi Declaration and the Nairobi Protocol.
Minisitiri w’Umutekano w’Imbere mu Gihugu, Dr Vincent Biruta, akaba n’Umuyobozi w’Inama y’Abaminisitiri y’Ikigo gishinzwe kurwanya ikwirakwizwa ry’intwaro nto n’izoroheje mu karere ka Afurika y’Iburasirazuba n’akarere k’Ibiyaga Bigari (Regional Centre on Small Arms-RECSA), yayoboye umuhango wo gufungura inama ya 17 y’Akanama Ngishwanama (TAC) yabereye i Kigali mu Rwanda.
Iyi nama yahuje Abayobozi Bakuru ba Polisi, Abanyamabanga Bahoraho, ndetse n’abahagarariye ibihugu bashinzwe ibijyanye n’intwaro nto n’izoroheje mu bihugu binyamuryango bya RECSA.
Mu ijambo rye, Dr Biruta yashimangiye ko hakenewe kongerwa imbaraga mu bufatanye bw’akarere hagamijwe guhangana n’ikibazo gikomeye cy’ikwirakwizwa ry’intwaro nto binyuranyije n’amategeko, ndetse n’ibibangamira umutekano bigenda bifata indi ntera mu karere.
Yagaragaje kandi uruhare rukomeye rwa RECSA mu guteza imbere amahoro n’umutekano, asaba ibihugu binyamuryango kurushaho gushyigikira ibikorwa bya politiki, ubufatanye mu bya tekiniki, ndetse n’ingengo y’imari, kugira ngo hakomeze gushyirwa mu bikorwa ingamba zihuriweho zikubiye mu masezerano ya Nairobi.
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🌍 At our 17th Technical Advisory Committee Meeting in Kigali, we welcomed @theGICHD -AMAT to present on the Global Framework for Through-life Conventional Ammunition Management (GFA) — a key step toward stronger regional preparedness ahead of the 2027 Meeting of States. #RECSA #AmmunitionManagement #SALW
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🌍 Kigali | #RECSA17thTAC
A standout moment at today's Technical Advisory Committee Meeting — @conflictarm Conflict Armament Research (CAR) presentation on Conventional Ammunition & tracing of illicit weapons and ammunition, reinforcing the law-enforcement perspectives that guide our collective response under the #NairobiProtocol.
Operational expertise shaping regional policy. 💡
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🚨 LIVE from Kigali – The 1st Session of the RECSA 17th TAC Meeting is officially open!
In his remarks, Jean Pierre Betindji, the RECSA Executive Secretary underscored the importance of regional cooperation in addressing the persistent problem of illicit small arms. As the RECSA region reflects on progress under the current Strategic Plan and prepares for the next phase, Member States were encouraged to strengthen collaboration and advance practical solutions through the spirit of the #NairobiProtocol.
“ _Through unity of purpose in the true spirit of the Nairobi Protocol, we can turn shared challenges into opportunities for greater cooperation and impact.”_
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Regional Center on Small Arms retweeted
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The Inspector General of the Rwanda National Police, CG Felix Namuhoranye, as Chair of the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) of the Regional Centre on Small Arms (RECSA), officially opened the 17th TAC Meeting in Kigali, Rwanda, which brought together National Focal Point Coordinators on Small Arms and Light Weapons from @recsasec Member States.
The meeting provides an important platform for Member States to review progress, strengthen regional cooperation, and deliberate on key policy and strategic issues related to the prevention and control of illicit Small Arms and Light Weapons.
CG Felix Namuhoranye emphasised the need to strengthen regional cooperation, information sharing, joint operations, and harmonisation of legislation to address emerging security threats effectively, including cyber-enabled arms trafficking, weapons manufacturing, 3D-printed firearms, and the misuse of unmanned systems.
Uyu munsi,
Umuyobozi Mukuru wa Polisi y’u Rwanda, CG Felix Namuhoranye, akaba n’Umuyobozi Mukuru wa Komite y’ubujyanama mu bya tekinike (TAC) y'ikigo cy'akarere gishinzwe kugenzura ikoreshwa ry'intwaro nto (RECSA), yafunguye ku mugaragaro Inama ya 17 y’iyo Komite ihuriza hamwe abahagarariye Komite zo mu bihugu binyamuryango bya RECSA.
Iyi nama ni urubuga rw’ingenzi mu guhuriza hamwe ibihugu bigize RECSA hagamijwe gusuzuma intambwe imaze guterwa, gushimangira ubufatanye bw’akarere, no kuganira ku ntego nyamukuru n’ingamba z’ingenzi zijyanye no gukumira no kurwanya ikwirakwizwa ry’intwaro nto n’izoroheje mu buryo bunyuranyije n’amategeko mu karere.
Mu ijambo rye, CG Felix Namuhoranye yagarutse ku kamaro ko gukomeza ubufatanye bw’akarere, gusangira amakuru, guhuza ibikorwa no guha umurongo amategeko mu rwego rwo guhangana n’ibibazo by’umutekano bigenda bivuka, birimo ikwirakwizwa ry’intwaro rikoreshejwe ikoranabuhanga, ikorwa ry’intwaro, intwaro zikozwe mu buryo koranabuhanga buhanitse, ndetse n’ikoreshwa ryazo binyuranyije n’amategeko.
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CG Felix Namuhoranye, Inspector General of Police, Rwanda and Chairperson of the RECSA Technical Advisory Committee, emphasized the need for stronger coordination and sustained cross-border action to address the continued threat of illicit small arms.
#NairobiProtocol #SALW #PeaceAndSecurity @RwandaInterior @Rwandapolice @InteriorKE
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Cross Smith acknowledged progress in strengthening small arms control across the region, while noting the need for coordinated responses to emerging threats, including new technologies and transnational trafficking.
#NairobiProtocol #SALW #PeaceAndSecurity @RwandaInterior @Rwandapolice @InteriorKE @UKinKenya
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RECSA today launched the Regional Assessment Report on the Implementation of the Nairobi Protocol, highlighting two decades of progress in strengthening small arms control across the region. Under the theme “Renewing Regional Small Arms and Light Weapons Control Commitment,” the report outlines key priorities to address emerging threats and reinforce regional cooperation.
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#NairobiProtocol #SALW #PeaceAndSecurity
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Jean Pierre Betindji noted that while significant progress has been made over the past two decades, emerging threats require continuous adaptation, innovation, and strengthened regional partnerships.
#NairobiProtocol #SALW #PeaceAndSecurity @RwandaInterior @Rwandapolice @InteriorKE
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Chief Guest Dr. Raymond Omollo, PS, Ministry of Interior and National Administration, emphasized the need for stronger national systems, effective border management, and enhanced accountability in translating commitments into safer communities. @ray_omollo @InteriorKE
#NairobiProtocol #SALW #PeaceAndSecurity
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