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How to protect your child during National Child Protection Week: Steps to take if they go missing
During National Child Protection Week, South Africa faces a devastating crisis with children going missing every five hours. This article explores the statistics, the challenges faced by authorities, and essential tips for families to protect their children.
National Child Protection Week: What to do when a child goes missing
During National Child Protection Week, South Africa faces a heartbreaking crisis as a child goes missing every five hours. With no updated statistics in over a decade, the urgency for action has never been greater.
Family clings to hope as body found in search for missing Paarl teen
Chanelle Plaatjies' family clings to hope despite the grim discovery of a body in a shallow grave, as DNA tests are conducted and the community confronts fears about safety and justice.
“Until I see proof, my daughter is still alive in my heart”: DNA results awaited as body found in shallow grave
Chanelle Plaatjies' family remains hopeful for her safe return despite the discovery of a body believed to be hers near their home. As the community grapples with the shocking news, police investigations continue
Hope remains for missing Paarl teen as body discovered in shallow grave
Chanelle Plaatjies' family clings to hope despite the grim discovery of a body in a shallow grave, as DNA tests are conducted and the community confronts fears about safety and justice.
Body found in Paarl: Is it missing teenager Channelle Plaatjies?
Residents of Paarl are in shock after a body believed to be that of missing 16-year-old Channelle Plaatjies was discovered.
Urgent search for seven-year-old boy missing at Mdumbi Beach in Eastern Cape
An urgent search continues for a seven-year-old boy missing at Mdumbi Beach, as local volunteers and authorities join forces to find him after he was swept away by rip currents.
From Disappearance to Investigation: The Joshlin Smith timeline
After a harrowing trial, the search for Joshlin Smith continues. Discover the timeline of events that led to the life sentences of her mother and accomplices for human trafficking and kidnapping.
The Joshlin Smith case: A timeline of tragedy and Justice
Explore the chilling timeline of events surrounding the tragic disappearance of Joshlin Smith, culminating in life sentences for her mother and accomplices in a harrowing human trafficking case.
Joshlin Smith | Life terms reflect the gravity of child trafficking amid Child Protection Week awareness
The Joshlin Smith trial, highlighted during National Child Protection Week, sees life sentences for traffickers, raising awareness about child safety.
Joshlin Smith | Judge Erasmus did not mince his words during sentencing of Kelly Smith and co-accused
Judge Nathan Erasmus sentences Jacquen ‘Boeta’ Appollis, Steveno van Rhyn, and Kelly Smith to life imprisonment for their roles in the trafficking of Joshlin Smith, a case that has deeply affected the Saldanha community.
Nation awaits verdict in Joshlin Smith human trafficking and kidnapping case
On the day of sentencing for the suspects in the Joshlin Smith disappearance, the nation holds its breath as State Advocate Zelda Swanepoel calls for life sentences, highlighting the profound impact of the crimes on the community.
Justice for Joshlin: Nation awaits justice for human trafficking and kidnapping convictions
After a long wait, the nation turns its eyes to the Western Cape High Court as Jacquen ‘Boeta’ Appollis, Steveno van Rhyn, and Kelly Smith face sentencing for their roles in the disappearance of Joshlin Smith.
Kelly's mother expresses anguish: ‘You made our lives hell on earth'
In a heart-wrenching court statement, Kelly Smith's mother reveals the profound anguish and devastation caused by her daughter's actions on their family.
'We miss your laughter, chats, running around in the house' - Woman who wanted to adopt Joshlin Smith breaks down
In a heart-wrenching court session, the Andrews family shares their profound grief over missing child Joshlin Smith, leaving the courtroom in tears.
Kelly Smith's mother shares heart-wrenching victim impact statement
In a powerful court statement, Kelly Smith's mother expresses her anguish and devastation, questioning her daughter's actions and the impact on their family.
Joshlin Smith | ‘You made our lives hell on earth,’ Kelly’s mother writes in statement
In a heart-wrenching court statement, Kelly Smith's mother reveals the profound anguish and devastation caused by her daughter's actions on their family.
'You always came to me because I had to kiss your sore spots': Woman who wanted to adopt Joshlin Smith breaks down in court
The Andrews family who regarded Joshlin as their own daughter penned their pain to the court and left everything in tears.
Court to reveal the emotional toll of Joshlin Smith's disappearance on family and community
As sentencing proceedings unfold in the Joshlin Smith disappearance case, victim impact reports shed light on the emotional toll on her family and community.
Impact of Joshlin Smith’s disappearance on family, community to be highlighted in court
As the second day of sentencing proceedings unfolds, victim impact reports will reveal the heart-wrenching effects of Joshlin Smith’s disappearance on her family and community.
Expert testimony expected in Joshlin Smith kidnapping sentencing
This week marks a pivotal moment as sentencing proceedings for the convicted kidnappers of Joshlin Smith begin, shedding light on the impact of her disappearance.
Anticipation builds as expert testimony looms in Joshlin Smith kidnapping sentencing
Sentencing proceedings for the convicted kidnappers of Joshlin Smith commence this week.
Parole revoked for convicted rapist found with missing girl in Hanover Park
Community outrage erupts as Igshaan Williams, a convicted rapist, faces serious charges after being found with a missing nine-year-old girl in Hanover Park, resulting in the revocation of his parole.
Next week marks the sentencing of those convicted in the Joshlin Smith kidnapping case
Next week, the Western Cape High Court will determine the fate of the trio convicted of kidnapping and trafficking Joshlin Smith, as the community awaits justice for the missing seven-year-old.
Convicted rapist's parole revoked after he is caught with missing Hanover Park girl
Community outrage erupts as Igshaan Williams, a convicted rapist, faces serious charges after being found with a missing nine-year-old girl in Hanover Park, resulting in the revocation of his parole.