Authorities reported that an attempted jailbreak at Makala Central Prison resulted in at least 129 deaths, predominantly from a stampede, and highlighted the dire overcrowding.
The attempted escape, which involved no forced entry, was coordinated from within by inmates, exacerbating concerns over safety and human rights within the prison system.
Despite initial official reports of only two deaths, activists disputed this, showcasing the chaos and tragedy that unfolded during the attempted jailbreak, with many visible injuries.
Amnesty International's report on the Makala facility described severe overcrowding with a population exceeding 12,000 against its 1,500 capacity, raising serious humanitarian concerns.
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