Inmates at 'school inside prison' pass high school equivalency exams

In a remarkable achievement, all 22 inmates who sat for the high school equivalency exam at the Mandela Boys' School have passed, marking a significant milestone for the educational program within the correctional facility. This success story highlights the transformative power of education, even in challenging environments.

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Prison guards spared no effort, from daily learning guidance to meticulous emotional support.

The Mandela Boys' School, situated within a prison, has now recorded six consecutive periods where all its exam candidates have achieved passing grades. Since the program's inception, a total of 230 inmates have successfully passed various levels of equivalency exams, including elementary, middle, and high school qualifications.

This latest success saw the school produce a perfect score on the high school equivalency exam for the second time this year. Officials credited the achievement to the unwavering support of prison guards, who provided not only academic guidance but also emotional support. They emphasized their role in fostering change and growth among the incarcerated individuals through learning.

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They faithfully served as a strong support system, enabling inmates to change and grow through learning.

The Ministry of Justice lauded the inmates for their perseverance despite difficult conditions and commended the guards for their dedication. The ministry expressed strong encouragement for both the students and the educators, underscoring the importance of education as a pathway for rehabilitation and personal development within the prison system.

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We offer deep encouragement to the inmates who have achieved outstanding results without giving up on their studies amidst difficult conditions, and to the prison guards who led them with enthusiasm.