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Seven Chinese nationals sentenced for trafficking and forced labour in South Africa

Seven Chinese nationals sentenced for trafficking and forced labour in South Africa (Photo: BBC Buthanani Thobela/Department of Labour) A South African court has sentenced seven Chinese nationals to 20 years in prison after convicting them of trafficking migrants from Malawi into South Africa and forcing them into labour. The court ruling comes as part of ongoing efforts to combat human trafficking and exploitation within the country.

today11 September, 2025

Namibia

Namibia commemorates World Day Against Trafficking in Persons

The United Nations migration agency has warned that 1 in 3 victims of trafficking is a child. The International Organisation for Migration said on Tuesday which was World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, urged all countries to do more to prevent and stop the criminal activity. In Namibia, the day was commemorated in Swakopmund under the theme, “Leave No Child Behind in the Fight Against Trafficking in Persons.” Senior Public […]

today31 July, 2024