29K views · 174 reactions | Breaking free - in prison. The Kenyan prison where inmates and warders share a laugh to help break down the barriers and bring them closer | BBC News Africa | Facebook

‘If you die, they won’t come and open the door.’ Around 75% of Nigeria’s prison population is awaiting trial. Jails are severely overcrowded amidst claims of abuse and mistreatment. Authorities deny these allegations. Former inmates describe the situation inside the cells. ⬇️ | BBC News Africa

9.1K views · 56 reactions | There’s been a sharp rise in unnatural deaths in South Africa’s prisons. Parliamentarians heard this week that such deaths have increased by just over 30% in the past three years. Between 2022 and 2024, at least 86 correctional officials have been charged in connection with these cases. Portfolio Committee on Correctional Services chairperson Kgomotso Ramolobeng has more. #Newzroom405 Watch: tinyurl.com/y7kupup4 | Newzroom Afrika | Facebook