This archive report was first published on 15 May 2020.
On May 15, 2020, a worrying trend emerged in Kenyan prisons as Covid-19 cases were recorded at the Industrial area prison, prompting concerns over the rapid spread of the virus.
According to reports, prison testing had yet to begin, leaving officers and inmates vulnerable to the highly contagious disease.
As the situation unfolded, officers expressed their concerns over the potential for a faster spread of Covid-19 in prisons, highlighting the need for immediate action to prevent a crisis.
A video captured the anxiety and uncertainty among prison officials as they grappled with the challenges of containing the outbreak.
