Lerato Mbhiza
The Cabinet has expressed concern about the safety of children following recent cases of child kidnappings in different parts of the country including the mysterious disappearance of 6-year-old Joshlin Smith from Saldanha Bay in the Western Cape
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni cautioned parents and caregivers about the safety of children in their care while briefing the media on the outcomes of the Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday.
“Parents and caregivers must be extra vigilant regarding the safety and whereabouts of children in their care and should educate children on general safety precautions. In the spirit of Ubuntu, communities are urged to assist with taking care of children,” Ntshavheni said on Thursday.
Cabinet applauded police and the community of Saldanha Bay in the Western Cape for the arrest of suspects in connection with the missing Joshlin Smith.
According to reports, Joshlin, a Grade 1 learner from Diazville
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