South Africa

South Africa’s Action Society Highlights Urgent Child Safety Concerns in South Africa, Urges Collective Effort

today8 March, 2024

Background

South Africa’s Action Society has identified a pressing challenge in South Africa concerning the safety of children, emphasizing the vulnerability illustrated by the Joslin Smith case. Commending the Western Cape police for questioning persons of interest in Joslin’s disappearance, the organization calls attention to the critical issue. With a monthly average of over 1,300 reported kidnapping cases, Kaylynn Palm from Action Society advocates for equal attention to all cases. She stresses the importance of parental vigilance and a collective commitment to ensuring the safety of children nationwide.

Written by: Leonard Witbeen