UNODC Eastern Africa

@UNODC_EA in collaboration w/ @AGOfficeKenya & 🔑stakeholders is supporting 🇰🇪in developing a whistleblower protection law aligned with🌐 international standards, strengthening legal, institutional & gender-sensitive safeguards of the proposed law. #SDG16 #UnitedAgainstCorruption

The UPS has worked so hard to treat inmates well, ensuring safe, secure, and humane custody while placing human rights at the center of its correctional programs. By following the Mandela Rules, the UPS focuses on respect, dignity, and rehabilitation, helping inmates rebuild…

The event’s Chief Guest, Hon. Judy Pareno, Principal Secretary in the State Department for Justice, commended the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) for its continued support in helping Kenya align its laws with international best practices. The workshop marks a…

Performing arts helps inmates heal and grow by allowing them to express emotions, build confidence, and improve social skills. It reduces stress and helps prisoners behave positively, supporting their rehabilitation and reintegration into society.

During the Nelson Mandela Day celebrations, inmates displayed their talents through various performances, including traditional cultural dances like the Acholi's vibrant Lwoo/Bwola and Buganda's Kiganda dance. Through music, dance, and other forms of expression, they celebrate…

A highlight of the day was the motivational story of Mr. Canaan Nkamuhabwa, a former inmate at Upper Prison who was once condemned to death. He shared how prison education programs transformed his life, leading him to earn a Bachelor of Law degree while incarcerated. Inspired by…

Nelson Mandela Day is celebrated in July, every year to honor the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela, South Africa’s former president and global champion of peace, equality, and human rights. It marks his birthday and serves as a call to action for people worldwide to make a…

The Uganda Prisons Service (UPS), together with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (@UNODC_EA) and Justice Defenders, launched a week-long celebration of Nelson Mandela Day at Upper Prison, Luzira, under the theme "Time for Action." The opening event was a great…

Mr. Hassan Abdi, the Ag. Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions in the Department of Inspectorate and Quality Assurance, today represented the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) at the Editorial and Drafting Workshop on Kenya’s Whistleblower Protection Bill at the Great Rift…

This week at #AMCEN20 in Nairobi, @UNODC_EA & @Kmunep convened partners and reps from 🇰🇪🇺🇬🇪🇹 to discuss efforts to #endENVcrime. Speakers shared real challenges & solutions, prioritizing justice, enforcement & governance. ℹ️shorturl.at/tInsV #AfricaForNature

At Kaliti Women Prison 🇪🇹, we put dignity in action—visiting prison-run facilities, vocational training centers, and newly built facilities for mothers and children. The day closed with a tree planting ceremony, symbolizing restoration, resilience & power of rehabilitation.

Celebrating 10 years of the #NelsonMandelaRules and 15 years of the #BangkokRules, we held a high-level meeting spotlighted humane treatment, gender-responsive rehabilitation and the right to dignity—core principles for transforming prison systems. #MandelaDay #HumanRights

Principal secretary @salomebeacco of @correctionalKE and the Commissioner General @PrisonsKe today led the commemoration of #NelsonMandelaDay, reaffirming Kenya’s commitment to dignity, rehabilitation and human rights in line with the #MandelaRules. #PrisonersMatter #PLEADYet

Today’s handover of the @EACCKenya Systems Review Report to @PrisonsKe marks a major step in 🇰🇪 prison reform. With support from UNODC & @EUinKenya under #PLEAD, it sets a clear path to enhenace transparency, ethics & service delivery in correctional facilities. #PrisonersMatter

Mandela taught us that “education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” We’ve taken that to heart. Every day, we equip those most impacted by broken justice systems. Together we honor the legacy that lit the way #PrisonersMatter #MandelaRules @UNODC

🔦 15 years since the #BangkokRules, Shining a Light on Women in Prison: Upholding the Bangkok Rules in Ethiopia🌟🌟🌟 #BangkokRules #WomenInPrison #GenderJustice #HumanRights #PrisonReform #EthiopiaPrisons #PrisonersMatter

This week, w/ @gutteta51907 we are training 32 legal aid providers (6♀️) under the EU🇪🇺-funded project to boost quality legal aid for Ethiopia’s 🇪🇹 most vulnerable in the criminal justice system. The training will strengthen skills & promote coordinated service delivery #SDG16