Uganda Prisons Service has celebrated transformation through its religious empowerment program, which helps rehabilitate inmates. By adopting an open-door policy, the initiative has successfully brought change and personal growth among prisoners.
This initiative’s success was witnessed on August 14 2024 during the discipleship graduation ceremony held by the Word of Truth Prison Ministry at Kitalya Maximum Security Prison.
According to Pastor Emma Mukisa of the Word of Truth ministry, 170 inmates celebrated their spiritual growth and newfound purpose, 31 inmates were baptized by immersion, and 13 inmate leaders were ordained.
“The event also featured uplifting praise and worship sessions, demonstrating the positive atmosphere cultivated within the prison walls,” Pastor Mukisa said.
Hilda Naigaga, Cadet Assistant of Prisons and representative of the Officer in Charge, praised the partnership with the ministry.
“This program has brought about a positive change in the inmates’ behavior and attitude. We appreciate the partnership and look forward to continued collaboration,” Cadet Naigaga said.
Naigaga emphasized the initiative’s core mission, which is to awaken inmates to their identity in Christ and instill a sense of responsibility and purpose.
 “We believe the Word of God has the power to change lives,” she stated.
Inmates shared powerful testimonies of their transformations.
One inmate recounted his journey from darkness to becoming a beacon of hope, now dedicated to sharing Jesus’ message with others.
Another inmate spoke of his transition from a life of witchcraft to becoming a devout Christian, expressing his plans to hold a crusade in his village upon his release.
The Uganda Prisons Service’s open-door policy has created a supportive environment for such transformative experiences.
Naigaga noted that by embracing divine interventions and programs like this, the service is not only rehabilitating inmates but also preparing them for reintegration into society as responsible citizens.
