General News of Tuesday, 17 November 2020Source: Class FMReintegrate 'witches' into society – GSAA to govtPersons accused of witchcraft are made to live in witch camps and shelter homesThe Ghana Sociological and Antropological Association (GSAA) has called on governmental and non-governmental organisations to support religious and civil society organisations who are working to ensure that victims of witchcraft are given the necessary support and reintegrated into society. In a statement issued by the GSAA following a national virtual seminar on Thursday, 24th September 2020, to deliberate on the theme: 'Witchcraft Beliefs, Accusations and Associated Violence in Ghana: Sociological and Anthropological Perspectives', the association made some recommendations to bring some immediate relief to persons labelled or accused of witchcraft. The GSAA’s recommendations are also geared towards finding a lasting solution to what has become a “societal canker.”The Association noted that persons accused of witchcraft and living in witch camps and shelter homes have the right to return home. “The Ministry of Education, National Board for Small Scale Industries (NBSSI) and other government agencies should liaise with the appropriate agencies to ensure that children and other minors in witch camps in Ghana are supported to access education, health and skills training,” the GSAA noted. Chat with us via WhatsApp on +233 55 2699 625.

Source: GhanaWeb November 17, 2020 09:45 UTC