The Parliamentary Select Committee on Human Rights, working with several civil society organisations (CSOs), has visited the Gnani Camp as part of efforts to assess living conditions and document the situation of residents.
The visit was part of a three-day fact-finding mission to alleged witches’ camps in the Northern Region.
The initiative aims to assess living conditions and address human rights concerns ahead of the passage of the Criminal Offences (Amendment) Bill, 2025, also known as the Anti-Witchcraft Accusations Bill.
Alhassan, leader of the Gnani Camp, welcomed the delegation and briefed them on current challenges, highlighting stigma, limited resources, and lack of access to education and healthcare as the camp’s pressing concerns.
He noted that the facility serves as a refuge for individuals accused of witchcraft who face mistreatment and threats from their home communities.
The Committee later visited the Kukuo Camp, where they engaged with residents and observed local customs by paying homage to the town’s chief.
Chairman of the Committee and Kumawu MP, Anim Yaw Ernest, assured residents that Parliament, with support from CSOs, will continue to advocate for justice for those accused of witchcraft and push for the swift passage of the Anti-Witchcraft Bill.
He also promised to work toward enrolling victims who are not yet on the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) programme.
As a show of solidarity, the Committee made cash donations to both camps to support their immediate needs.
Source: Adomonline
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