Quarterly Update of the Campaign for the Abolition of the Death Penalty – January - March 2025

Progress achieved in December 2024 has allowed the abolitionist movement to start 2025 under the best auspices.

Growing Momentum for the Abolition of the Death Penalty – Adoption of the 2024 UN General Assembly Biennial Resolution on a Moratorium on the Use of the Death Penalty

This historic resolution represents a crucial step forward for the abolitionist movement.

Historic vote: Zimbabwe Parliament adopts the Death Penalty Abolition Bill

PGA acknowledges the leadership and tireless efforts of Zimbabwean parliamentarians, including PGA Members and most notably Hon. Dorcas Sibanda, whose collective unwavering commitment has made this historic achievement possible.

Strengthening the Abolitionist Movement: Launch of the Global Consortium for Death Penalty Abolition

The death penalty remains a significant human rights concern. In 2023 alone, Amnesty International recorded 1,153 executions marking a 31% increase from the previous year and the highest since 2015.

Ghana abolishes the death penalty for ordinary crimes

The adoption of the Criminal Offences (Amendment) Bill, 2022, replacing capital punishment with life imprisonment, marks a significant milestone as it aligns Ghana’s criminal system with international best practice