This research project was carried out from September 2005 to January 2009
To examine cross-border transfers of small arms, light weapons, their parts and ammunition within West Africa, analyse the impact of transfers on conflict prevention and post-conflict disarmament initiatives and make recommendations to ECOWAS.
Researcher(s): Valerie Yankey-Wayne
Support from UNIDIR's core funders provides the foundation for all of the Institute's activities.
In addition, dedicated project funding was received from Norway.