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Poultry training transforms lives at Sunyani Central Prisons
May 8, 2026
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Poultry training transforms lives at Sunyani Central Prisons

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Key Points

  • A poultry farming initiative at Sunyani Central Prisons is transforming lives by equipping inmates and officers with practical skills.
  • 71 participants (30 inmates, 41 officers) completed intensive poultry production training spearheaded by Golden Pillars Foundation and Focus Akross Borders.
  • Trainees managed 300 layer birds, already producing eggs that supplement meals within the prison facility, demonstrating immediate nutritional and long-term economic benefits.
  • The program aims to restore hope and dignity, provide income-generating skills, and facilitate the successful reintegration of inmates into society.
  • Hailed as a model for progressive prison rehabilitation in Ghana, the initiative plans for nationwide expansion and further practical training phases.

Why This Matters

This initiative is significant for Ghana as it directly addresses the critical issues of inmate rehabilitation and successful reintegration, which can reduce recidivism rates and contribute to safer communities. By equipping individuals with viable skills, it fosters economic self-sufficiency post-incarceration, lessening the burden on state resources and promoting sustainable development within the correctional system.

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