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Power supply disconnected at Murang'a prison over Sh500,000 bill

Murang'a GK prison gate where wardens are forced to use lamps after electricity was disconnected a week ago. PHOTO: BONIFACE GIKANDI/STANDARD

Warders at Murang'a GK Prison are using lamps and torches to guard convicts after electricity was disconnected due to Sh500,000 bill.

Operations have also been paralysed at the prison's industrial section due to the unpaid power bills.

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