Zambian Held For Human Trafficking, Sex Slavery
Monday, June 13, 2016
Banda was arrested on June 7, in Pitsane village for allegedly promoting the trafficking of a 15-year old girl and an 18-year old boy, both of Zambian nationality, to South Africa.
On count two, Banda was intercepted allegedly attempting to exploit, harbour and traffic from Zambia to South Africa, another girl of 14 years. The 14-year old, was allegedly sexually assaulted in the process but the police have not yet opened a case of sexual exploitation against the accused as their investigations into the matter are still fresh.
The Ministry of Agriculture, local producers, retailers, and industry associations must work together to overcome the obstacles hindering vegetable production and distribution.This collaborative approach is essential to improve the availability, quality, and affordability of vegetables in the market.Firstly, the Ministry of Agriculture should provide support and guidance to local farmers to enhance their productivity and efficiency. This could...