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Morocco to Implement Alternative Sentencing Law in August 2025

In a move to address prison overcrowding and promote rehabilitation, Morocco's Minister of Justice, Abdellatif Ouahbi, announced that the country's new law on alternative sentencing will come into effect on August 22, 2025. The law, known as Law No. 43.22, is designed to offer non-custodial penalties......

A Humanitarian Step: DR Congo Frees Seriously Ill Prisoners to Alleviate Overcrowding

In a move aimed at addressing the dire conditions and overcrowding in one of its most notorious prisons, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has released 1,685 "seriously ill" inmates from Makala Prison in Kinshasa. This initiative follows a tragic incident earlier this month, where 129......

Chaos Erupts in Congo Prison: 129 Dead in Failed Jailbreak Attempt

An attempted jailbreak at Congo’s largest prison, Makala Central Prison, has resulted in the deaths of 129 people, authorities confirmed on Tuesday. The incident, which involved a stampede and gunfire, has sparked outrage and calls for an independent investigation. According to Congolese Interior......

Unveiling Morocco's Untapped Potential: The Case for Conditional Release

In a nation grappling with the weighty challenge of prison overcrowding, the concept of conditional releasen, a mechanism widely recognized as an effective means of reducing inmate populations and facilitating inmate reintegration, has yet to find its rightful place within Morocco's judicial landscape.......

Overcrowding in Moroccan Prisons: Urgent Need for Comprehensive Reform

In the ongoing battle against prison overcrowding in Morocco, the General Delegation for Prison Administration and Reintegration (DGAPR) has taken proactive measures to increase its capacity. In 2023, the DGAPR added 5,212 additional beds, bringing the total number of available beds to 64,649. However,......