Incarcerated for just six days, Simon Chitambala Mwewa has a wealth of stories to share with those beyond the imposing prison walls. He recounts the experiences of inmates he met at Mwembeshi Maximum Correctional Facility, following a night spent at Kamwala Remand Prison. His journey unfolded after an encounter with a correctional service officer who subjected him to an English ‘quiz’. Have you ever pondered why our country sees an influx of so many East African foreigners? Interestingly, these individuals aren’t here for a permanent stay; rather, they’re just passing through on their way to South Africa. What’s their purpose in South Africa, you ask? They’re involved in a potentially lucrative trade of selling kidneys. Admittedly, I used to dismiss...

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