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'Horrible living conditions for prison officers breed corruption'

Wardens houses at Nakuru GK Prison before modern housing units were constructed. [File, Standard]

Some prisons facilities are run like family businesses, according to a report by a taskforce led by Retired Chief Justice David Maraga.

The Kenya Prisons Service (KPS)has been described as corrupt, especially in recruitment, promotions, and procurement processes.

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