During a recent visit, a Russian penitentiary delegation praised Namibia’s Correctional Service for its low escape rates and strong inmate-officer relationships. Suggestions for further improvements were also discussed. The visit included a tribute at Heroes’ Acre, emphasizing mutual respect and cooperation between the two nations’ correctional systems.
A delegation from the Federal Penitentiary Service of Russia, under the leadership of Lieutenant General Alexander Khabarov, completed a two-day exchange program with the Namibian Correctional Service (NCS) on February 26. The focus of the visit was the NCS’s effective security measures, which include a notably low escape rate and constructive relationships between corrections officers and inmates.
The exchange program highlighted the successful security measures of the NCS and provided a platform for valuable discussions between the two correctional services. The Russian delegation expressed admiration for the NCS’s practices and offered suggestions for enhancements, including the introduction of a service dog training program. This visit signifies a commitment to continued collaboration in the field of corrections.
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