The High Court has ruled that prisoners and detainees have the right to attend funerals of their loved ones. In a victory for people serving sentences in prisons and detention centres, Justice Lawrence Mugambi said prisoners had a right to be treated humanely, including being allowed to attend the funerals of their loved ones. However, the judge said the right was not absolute and the request could be denied depending on the circumstances. Dola accused the prison authorities of failing to make arrangements to allow prisoners to attend the funerals of their loved ones and close relatives. The magistrate said allowing prisoners and detainees to attend funerals has a calming effect and is beneficial to their wellbeing.

Source: Daily Nation February 23, 2024 08:16 UTC