Crime Time: Understanding child trafficking in SA and why it is increasing

Aubrey speaks with Silindile Mthembu, An Academic with an interest in human trafficking and gender-based violence, about child trafficking. According to the findings, nearly four in ten trafficking victims are children, with criminal networks exploiting them for forced labour, sexual exploitation, and even organised crime. In South Africa, this threat is real and alarming. Why do traffickers operate with such impunity? And what urgent action is needed to protect vulnerable children?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.