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Joburg Child Welfare warns that children need more than laws to protect them from sexual abuse

Mail & Guardian · 19 October 2026 at 11:43

Joburg Child Welfare warns that children need more than laws to protect them from sexual abuse

Allegations against suspended police chief Shadrack Sibiya highlight systemic child protection challenges in South Africa.

Joburg Child Welfare urges stronger accountability, independent oversight, and funded survivor support.

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