The Kumasi Central Prison staged its first-ever inmates’ runway fashion show on Monday, December 29, 2025, an event that blended rehabilitation, creativity, and self-expression.
The Officer-in-Charge of the prison, DDP James B. Mwinyelle, described the show as “a powerful testament to the potential within correctional facilities.”
Held in the prison yard, the vibrant event saw inmates confidently strut down a makeshift runway, showcasing garments ranging from traditional kente, batik, and tie-dye to contemporary casual and formal wear.
Many of the outfits were designed and sewn by the inmates themselves as part of ongoing vocational training programmes. “Today is not about incarceration; it is about capability,” Mwinyelle said.
The event was led by Assistant Superintendent of Prisons Rashid K. Ennin. It featured female inmates from the Kumasi Female Prison under CSP Florence Akua Asabea Taylor, demonstrating collaboration across correctional institutions.
A distinguished audience—including politicians, fashion stakeholders, security agencies, philanthropists, and media—witnessed the showcase, with partners like UNIJAY Fashions, Horseman Shoes, and House of Kotobre contributing to the production.
The fashion show formed the grand finale of the Inmates Funfair 2025, which began on December 22 and included recreational and empowerment activities.
CSP Taylor praised the inmates’ dedication, noting that the skills developed through such programmes support reintegration and sustainable livelihoods post-release.
The initiative aligns with the Think Prisons 360 Degrees programme and the Creative Arts policy, reinforcing the Ghana Prisons Service’s commitment to reformation, rehabilitation, and reintegration.
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