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Location | Kasungu, Malawi |
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Coordinates | 13°02′S 33°29′E / 13.033°S 33.483°E |
Status | Operational |
Security class | Maximum (male and female) |
Capacity | 1,500 |
Opened | 1930 |
Managed by | Malawi Prison Service |
Kasungu Prison, also known as Kasungu Central Prison, is a maximum-security prison located in Kasungu, Malawi.[1] Kasungu Prison is situated in the central region of Malawi, approximately 130 kilometers north of Lilongwe, the capital city. It is located in a rural area, surrounded by farmland and villages.[1] The primary objectives of Kasungu Prison are to provide a secure and safe environment for prisoners, to offer rehabilitation programs and vocational training, and to prepare inmates for reintegration into society upon release. The aim of Kasungu Prison is to contribute to the reduction of crime and the promotion of community safety through the incarceration and rehabilitation of offenders.[1][2]