The dark underbelly of remand homes
A government audit of Uganda's juvenile justice system has revealed severe overcrowding, inadequate healthcare, and systemic failures in rehabilitation centers. The report highlights that a significant percentage of juvenile offenders are being held well beyond legal remand limits.
Why it matters
The findings expose a breakdown in human rights and legal protections for minors, signaling a need for urgent reform in the country's judicial and social welfare infrastructure.
Juveniles at Kampiringisa Remand Home scramble for plates as they prepare to go for food. Photo | File
The report relies on official audit data to present a critical but objective assessment of government facility management.
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