Amnesty International Ghana urges Parliament to fast-track Anti-Witchcraft Accusation Bill
Amnesty International Ghana has called on Parliament to urgently reintroduce and pass the Anti-Witchcraft Accusation Bill, warning that continued delays are leaving victims exposed to violence, discrimination and social exclusion. The human rights organisation said the absence of a specific legal framework criminalising witchcraft accusations has allowed abuses against alleged…
The Rajya Sabha passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, despite opposition members walking out before the voting. The Bill, a Money Bill, increases the number of Supreme Court judges from 34 to 37. It replaces an Ordinance issued by the government in May. Critics questioned the "hurry" for bringing the Ordinance, asking if it was enough to address the issue of pending cases.
The Opposition raised concerns about women's representation, caste disparities, and suggested structural changes in the judicial system. The Minister of State for Law and Justice acknowledged the move to improve judicial efficiency and reduce pending cases.
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