Overcrowding in Mbuji-Mayi Central Prison Leads to Rising Tuberculosis Cases

Author: radiookapi.netPublished on: October 1, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo

Crime & Law

Overcrowding in Mbuji-Mayi Central Prison Leads to Rising Tuberculosis Cases

Over 450 inmates live in extremely poor conditions at Mbuji-Mayi Central Prison, which was built to hold 150 people. Overcrowding, malnutrition, and unsanitary conditions promote the spread of tuberculosis, with more than 80 inmates infected. Overcrowding, poor ventilation, and filth facilitate the rapid transmission of respiratory diseases.

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