Chichiri Prison
Prison in Malawi, Africa
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Chichiri Prison, also known as Blantyre Central Prison, is a maximum-security prison located in Blantyre, Malawi.[1][2]
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| Location | Blantyre, Malawi |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 15°48′10″S 35°0′21″E |
| Status | Operational |
| Security class | Maximum (male and female) |
| Capacity | 800 |
| Opened | 1901 |
| Managed by | Malawi Prison Service |
History
Formation
Blantyre Central Prison was established during the British colonial era, with the aim of detaining and rehabilitating offenders from the southern region of Malawi.[1]
Capacity
The facility of approximately 2,000 inmates, although it mostly holds more due to overcrowding. The prison population consists of male and female inmates, including those on remand and convicted prisoners.[3][4][5]
Attempts and escapes
In May 2022, three prisoners escaped from Chichiri Maximum Security Prison in Blantyre after digging a hole.[6]
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