Creating a list of the "worst" prisons in Africa can be subjective and challenging due to varying conditions, human rights concerns, and limited access to information about some facilities. However, based on reports from human rights organizations, media coverage, and assessments of prison conditions, here are 10 prisons in Africa that have been reported to have particularly harsh conditions:
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Black Beach Prison, Equatorial Guinea: Known for its overcrowding, unsanitary conditions, and reports of torture and ill-treatment of prisoners.
Kality Prison, Ethiopia: Infamous for its overcrowding, inadequate healthcare, and reports of torture and arbitrary detention, particularly of political prisoners.
Zomba Central Prison, Malawi: Overcrowded and lacking adequate facilities, with reports of poor sanitation, limited access to healthcare, and violence among inmates.
Gitega Central Prison, Burundi: Notorious for its severe overcrowding, poor living conditions, and reports of abuse and mistreatment of prisoners.
Ikoyi Prison, Nigeria: Faces challenges of overcrowding, inadequate healthcare, and poor sanitation, leading to concerns about the spread of diseases and lack of access to basic necessities.
Lusignan Prison, Guyana (considered part of South America, but included due to its geographical proximity and similarities in conditions): Known for its overcrowding, violence among inmates, and lack of rehabilitation programs.
Tetouan Prison, Morocco: Faces issues of overcrowding, poor sanitation, and reports of mistreatment and abuse of prisoners, particularly political detainees.
Mile II Central Prison, Gambia: Known for its overcrowded conditions, lack of access to healthcare, and reports of torture and ill-treatment of prisoners.
Kingston Central Lock-up, Jamaica (considered part of the Caribbean, but included due to its historical connections and similarities in conditions): Faces issues of overcrowding, poor living conditions, and reports of abuse and mistreatment of detainees.