Krugersdorp residents march against human trafficking
Krugersdorp residents march against human trafficking in the area.
Marchers took to the streets of Krugersdorp on Tuesday 29 October in an effort to campaign against human trafficking – a seemingly escalating issue in the area.
The campaign launched by Polokego Shelter for Women and Children, according to Manager Ruth Molefe, is aimed at supporting victims and families who have been affected by the crime.
“As part of my job managing the centre I see young women every day who get used as sex slaves, I also come into contact with families who live with the fear that they might never see their children again. I decided that as a community institution we have to take a stand.
“We saw the need to march as part of the campaign to show visible support to victims and families,” she says.
The march started in Krugersdorp’s drug capital – Sivewright Street – a place where prostitution and trafficking is a common sight, and was escorted by Mogale City traffic officers.
Protestors marched through the streets with placards reading that “Enough is enough” and “Human trafficking has no place in Krugersdorp”.
Community representatives who joined the march included DA Ward Councillor Jakkie Naudé, Munsieville CWP, Munsieville Taxi Assosiation, Ikusasa Shelter and Bosasa.
Constable Tshepiso Mashale from the Krugersdorp SAPS who also attended the march calls on the community to report any drug and human trafficking-related crimes in the area.
