Child Trafficking Archives

Senegal Police Dismantle Transnational Child Exploitation Network

Senegalese police say they have broken up a transnational criminal network accused of sexually exploiting minors, with links between Senegal and France. In a statement on Sunday, investigators said a…

Africa News Now February 9, 2026

African Diaspora ANN

UK Court Probes Nigerian Woman’s Alleged Baby Trafficking After False Pregnancy Claim

A Nigerian woman living in West Yorkshire is at the center of a major child trafficking investigation after she returned to the UK last summer with a newborn baby—despite never…

Africa News Now July 14, 2025

ANN Southern Africa

South African Woman Faces Trial for Allegedly Kidnapping and Selling Her Daughter

A South African woman, Racquel Chantel Smith, went on trial on Monday, charged with the kidnapping and sale of her young daughter, Joshlin. The case, which has captured national attention,…

Africa News Now March 4, 2025