Jane Manganye

"Some elderly people could not hold their tears when they related stories of how they were accused of witchcraft by community and family members, especially those with darker complexion."

"Other examples of abuse included stories by elderly people of being forced out of their houses by greedy grandchildren who want to rent out the property for profit, as well as the allegations of the killing of senior citizens for funeral policy claims by family members."

"There was also a submission about the need to bring back the Adult Basic Education and Training programme in the communities to help older people to read and write so that they can be able to receive and manage their old age grants themselves and stop relying on their sneaky grandchildren."

"The Bill aims to strengthen the protection and prevention of abuse of older people, eliminate harmful traditional practices including witchcraft accusations against older people and recognise the responsibilities of older people in passing inter-generational knowledge and wisdom."