On Friday, 20th September 2024, the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) of Kings University College (KUC), led by SRC President, H.E. Ing. Mawuko Elonai Kwame Agbevenu made a notable donation to the Nsawam Medium Security Prison. The donation included essential items such as food, toiletries, drinks, water, etc. which benefited both inmates and Prison Officers.
The visit was aimed to support the rehabilitation of inmates, improve their living conditions, and foster stronger connections between the prison and the broader community. Nsawam Prison, originally designed to accommodate 717 inmates, now houses close to 4,000, creating challenges that necessitate external support. Despite overcrowding, the prison continues to focus on rehabilitation, offering educational and vocational programs to help inmates reintegrate into society after serving their sentences. KUC students observed inmates actively studying through a distance degree program, reflecting the prison’s commitment to education.
During the visit, the SRC President emphasized the importance of societal support for correctional facilities, urging philanthropists and organizations to contribute to improving prison conditions. He highlighted the need for rehabilitation, stressing that prisons should be places of hope and reform, not just confinement.
The donation was not just a material gesture but also a reminder of the shared humanity between inmates and the outside world. The SRC’s act of goodwill fostered dialogue around the role of society in supporting the rehabilitation of offenders. Both prison officials and inmates expressed deep gratitude for the generosity and thoughtfulness shown by KUC students.
Nsawam Medium Security Prison, established in 1960, is a significant institution in Ghana’s criminal justice system. It plays a crucial role in reforming offenders, focusing on providing education, healthcare, and vocational training. The facility’s goal is to help inmates reintegrate into society and reduce recidivism.
