The notorious Cameroonian prison with its own record label

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New Bell prison in Cameroon operates like a small community, complete with its own market and law enforcement. Inmates have created Jail Time Records, a music label that has gained international attention. The studio has produced music videos featuring prisoners, including one by a former soldier sentenced for robbery. A documentary about the studio recently won three awards at the Tribeca film festival, showcasing the creativity and resilience of the inmates.