Malawi has passed a landmark protection bill, making it one of the first countries in sub-Saharan Africa to enact dedicated legislation criminalising attacks on persons with albinism.
<p>The Parliament of Malawi has passed the Persons with Albinism Protection Bill, making Malawi one of the first countries in sub-Saharan Africa to enact dedicated legislation criminalising the targeting of persons with albinism and establishing legal mechanisms for their protection.</p><p>The bill introduces enhanced criminal penalties for attacks motivated by the victim's albinism, creates a national registry of incidents, and mandates the formation of a multi-ministry task force to coordinate protection measures and service delivery.</p><p>Civil society organisations praised the passage of the bill but noted that implementation would require sustained resourcing and political will, particularly in rural areas where incidents are most concentrated.</p>