Burkina Faso introduced prison reform allowing inmates to work in the Agricultural sector

Burkina Faso have taken a giant step towards their prison reform and it’s one that is commendable.

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The West African country has introduced a prison reform that will allow inmates and those awaiting sentences to work in the agricultural sector.

It has been gathered that they’ll work there for a reduced sentences which would also boost the country’s production in the Agricultural sector.

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Under the new law, each month of agricultural labor equates to a three-month reduction in an inmate’s sentence.

This move aims to rehabilitate prisoners, boost agricultural productivity, and align the justice system with indigenous values.

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The initiative also addresses domestic production and food insecurity by utilizing inmate labor.