Mile II Prison

The proposed sale of Gambia’s notorious Mile II prison represents a critical opportunity to transition from a colonial-era symbol of punitive brutality to a modern, humane correctional system aligned with international justice standards. However, this move is fraught with risk; without transparent public consultation and strategic communication, it could be perceived as an opaque privatization deal that erases historical memory rather than a genuine reform. The enduring testimonies of survivors and activists underscore that prison reform is a non-negotiable civic imperative for restoring human dignityContinue Reading