Kumasi Central Prison broke new ground on Monday, December 29, 2025, as it hosted its first-ever inmates’ runway fashion show—an inspiring showcase that fused rehabilitation, creativity, and self-expression behind prison walls.

Held in the prison yard, the colourful event transformed the correctional facility into a vibrant fashion space, with inmates confidently walking a makeshift runway in outfits they designed and stitched themselves. The collections ranged from traditional kente, batik and tie-dye to modern casual and formal wear, highlighting skills acquired through the prison’s vocational training programmes.

Describing the moment as deeply symbolic, Officer-in-Charge of Kumasi Central Prison, DDP James B. Mwinyelle, said the show represented far more than entertainment.

“Today is not about incarceration; it is about capability,” he stated, calling the event “a powerful testament to the potential within correctional facilities.”

The show was spearheaded by Assistant Superintendent of Prisons Rashid K. Ennin and featured female inmates from the Kumasi Female Prison under the supervision of CSP Florence Akua Asabea Taylor, reflecting strong collaboration across correctional institutions.

A distinguished audience made up of politicians, fashion industry players, security agencies, philanthropists and media practitioners witnessed the historic moment. Fashion brands and partners including UNIJAY Fashions, Horseman Shoes and House of Kotobre supported the production, adding professional flair to the event.

The runway showcase marked the grand finale of the Inmates Funfair 2025, which began on December 22 and featured a series of recreational, educational and empowerment activities aimed at boosting morale and personal development.

CSP Florence Akua Asabea Taylor commended the inmates for their discipline and creativity, stressing that skills gained through such initiatives are critical for reintegration and building sustainable livelihoods after release.

The fashion show aligns with the Ghana Prisons Service’s Think Prisons 360 Degrees initiative and the Creative Arts policy, reinforcing a broader commitment to reformation, rehabilitation and reintegration—proving that even within prison walls, talent, purpose and transformation can thrive.

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