Senegal hosted its annual chief prosecutors’ conference on Thursday, focusing on “Revitalizing Sentence Enforcement Offices and Addressing the Issue of Prison Overcrowding.”
The event, led by Minister of Justice Ousmane Diagne, highlighted concerns over unpaid fines dating back to 2022 and explored solutions to reduce prison congestion.
Justice officials emphasized the importance of modernizing sentence enforcement and fostering accountability within the penal system.