The Parliamentary Select Committee on Human Rights, in collaboration with several Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), has undertaken a fact-finding visit to the Gnani Witches’ Camp to document conditions and assess the community’s needs.
The delegation was received by Alhassan, leader of the camp, who briefed members on the current situation. He explained that the camp serves as a refuge for persons — mostly women — accused of witchcraft and subjected to abuse or banishment from their home communities.
According to Alhassan, stigma, inadequate resources, and the lack of access to education and healthcare remain the most pressing challenges facing residents.
From Gnani, the Committee proceeded to the Kukuo Witches’ Camp, where they engaged with residents and, in keeping with tradition, paid homage to the town’s Chief.
Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Anim Yaw Ernest, assured both camps that Parliament, with the support of CSOs, will intensify advocacy against injustices suffered by alleged witches. He reaffirmed the Committee’s commitment to ensuring the passage of the Anti-Witchcraft Bill and pledged to work towards enrolling all victims not yet on the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) programme.
On behalf of the Committee, Hon. Anim Yaw Ernest also made cash donations to both camps to support their immediate needs.
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