Probation and Aftercare Service

We are rolling out extensive reforms to transform our correctional facilities into centres of effective rehabilitation and productivity that contribute meaningfully to national development. This afternoon, I held a consultative meeting with the leadership of the State Department for Correctional Services, led by PS Dr. Salome Beacco, to review ongoing programmes and initiatives, and align our priorities. We are implementing salary increments for officers of the Kenya Prisons Service, constructing institutional housing units for staff, and the Probation and Aftercare Service. We are also enrolling all officers in SHA and implementing 100% registration of inmates to ensure access to healthcare services. The recruitment of 3,862 officers has significantly strengthened the workforce, and we anticipate additional recruitment. We also commend the Service for its contribution to food security and climate resilience. We remain committed to sustaining these reforms through accelerated digitisation of correctional services, modernisation of prison infrastructure and equipment, mechanisation of prison farms and improvement of rehabilitation and aftercare services. – at Nairobi, Kenya