The Parliamentary Select Committee on Human Rights, in collaboration with Civil Society Organisations, has embarked on a three-day visit to alleged witch camps in Northern Ghana to assess conditions in these camps and address human rights concerns for the speedy passage of the Criminal Offences (Amendment) Bill, 2025 (Anti-Witchcraft Accusations Bill).
The Committee, led by its Chairman, Hon. Anim Yaw Ernest, paid homage to the Chief of Gambaga, Alhaji Tahiru Tia, before proceeding to the Gambaga witches’ Camp. Currently, the Presbyterian Church ensures that the alleged witches are productive to generate revenue for themselves.
While some individuals find solace within the camp, others have raised concerns that they are unable to care for their families due to their confinement. To address this issue, the Chief has allocated land to a select group of the alleged witches, to enable them to relocate with their families. Moreover, their current shelters are defective and unsafe for living, lacking basic amenities as well.
The Chairman of the Committee addressed the cries of the victims and assured the Committee’s unwavering support and engagement with civil society and the government.
This is to ensure their reintegration into society and to reconnect with their families and loved ones.
He also emphasised that the Committee would work tirelessly to ensure that the anti-witchcraft bill is passed by Parliament.
The Committee presented the camp with a television set and a cash donation.
Source:Mybrytfmonline.com/Kwabena Nyarko Abronoma
