Sidumisile Mabena
Sikhumbuzo Moyo, [email protected]
THE Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service (ZPCS) has initiated a decisive shift to strengthen its parole system, translating insights from a recent regional Parole Conference into concrete actions aimed at enhancing both community safety and inmate rehabilitation.
According to ZPCS’ Correctional Bulletin for April, Chief Correctional Officer Ison Ndoro, acting Staff Officer for Rehabilitation and Reintegration, said the Service is already moving forward with critical policy groundwork anchored on lessons drawn from the conference.
“The most significant insight is that the parole system must be anchored on sound regulations,” said CCO Ndoro, confirming that foundational policy development is underway.
He outlined a three-pronged blueprint for success built on robust regulations, expert supervision, and strong community partnerships.
“Proper supervision of parolees determines the extent to which the system will succeed,” he said
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