Ministers Express Concern Over Human Trafficking

Monday, May 24, 2010 - 12:28
The Minister of Women, Children and Persons with Disabilities warns that human trafficking may be the ‘dark side’ of the upcoming FIFA World Cup
The Minister of Women, Children and Persons with Disabilities, Noluthando Mayende-Sibiya, has warned that human trafficking may be the ‘dark side’ of World Cup celebrations.

Mayende-Sibiya points out that, "We are very concerned as government about the challenge of human trafficking, particularly of women and children for various forms of exploitation."

Mayende-Sibiya’s sentiments were echoed by Basic Education Minister, Angie Motshekga, who argues that, "We firmly believe that trafficking in human persons is a very serious problem undermining our collective effort to end exploitation, oppression, abuse and inequality."

To read the article titled, “Human trafficking - dark side of World Cup,” click here.

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