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Defence lawyer claims police coerced confession in Joshlin Smith case
During the ongoing trial of the Joshlin Smith disappearance, defence lawyers allege police misconduct, including coercion and torture of the accused.
Child trafficking crisis escalates globally
A shocking UN Human Rights Council report reveals an alarming surge in child trafficking worldwide, with four in 10 victims being children. Despite government efforts, trafficking networks are growing more sophisticated, using artificial intelligence to evade detection.
UN warns about child trafficking crisis that's escalating globally
A shocking UN Human Rights Council report reveals an alarming surge in child trafficking worldwide, with four in 10 victims being children. South Africa faces particular challenges, with approximately 30 000 children trapped in exploitation networks. Despite government efforts, trafficking networks are growing more sophisticated, using artificial intelligence to evade detection.
UN warns: child trafficking crisis escalates globally
A shocking UN Human Rights Council report reveals an alarming surge in child trafficking worldwide, with four in 10 victims being children. South Africa faces particular challenges, with approximately 30 000 children trapped in exploitation networks. Despite government efforts, trafficking networks are growing more sophisticated, using artificial intelligence to evade detection.
Key state witness to continue shedding light on Joshlin Smith’s disappearance
Former accused Lourentia Lombaard will continue her testimony on Monday, after which the defence will cross-examine her.
Shocking testimony reveals final moments of missing Joshlin Smith
A state witness reveals chilling details about the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith, including allegations of her mother selling her for R20,000 and the child's last moments before getting into a white VW Polo.
Last sighting: witness details Joshlin Smith's disappearance in Western Cape High Court
A shocking testimony unfolds in the Western Cape High Court as former accused Lourentia Lombaard reveals disturbing details about six-year-old Joshlin Smith's disappearance, including allegations of her mother selling her for R20,000 and the child's final moments before getting into a white VW Polo.