Abstract:
This study explored the rehabilitation programmes of the sentenced offenders in Tanzania
Prison particularly Karanga Prison. Specific Objectives were to audit types of rehabilitation
services offered in Karanga prison, to assess the challenges facing the implementation of
rehabilitation services in Karanga prison and propose strategies for the enhancement of
rehabilitation services in Karanga prison. Social learning theory, cognitive-behavioral theory
and social support theory were adopted. In this study, a case study research design was
utilized and population of this study was employees at Karanga prison which constituted 135
employees selected using purposive sampling technique. Data was collected through
questionnaires, interviews, and documentary review. Descriptive statistics, facilitated by SPSS
version 26, were employed for quantitative data analysis, while content analysis was utilized to
analyze the qualitative data obtained from interviews. The study found that a variety of
rehabilitation services are available, with strong support for educational programs and
vocational training. Also, Challenges identified include budget limitations and security
concerns within the prison environment. For strategies, the study indicated strengthening
collaboration with external stakeholders and the introduction of evidence-based practices. The
study recommends that Karanga prison conduct a comprehensive needs assessment,
involving input from both inmates and staff, to identify specific challenges affecting the
implementation of rehabilitation services. This should address issues such as staffing,
infrastructure, budget allocation, and security. Furthermore, future research should scrutinize
the efficacy of post-release support systems to assess the long-term success of rehabilitation
efforts and inmates' reintegration into society.
