13 trafficked in Erongo

SWAKOPMUND – Human trafficking remains one of the most hidden crimes in the world, with many victims unaware they have been trafficked or too afraid to report it.

For Erongo the human trafficking is no different, in fact, trafficking in persons, contributing to 13 cases recorded in the region between 2010 and 2024

Most of these cases were initially reported as rape because victims were reluctant to identify themselves as trafficking victims, police have revealed.

Detective chief inspector Shangula said the cases involved sexual exploitation, labour exploitation and violations of Namibia’s Immigration Control Act.