Publication

May 2014

This paper looks at human trafficking, focusing in particular on sex trafficking in South and Southern Africa. It argues that local and international media often overstate the prevalence of human trafficking in the region. It also discusses trafficking trends at major international sporting events; the risks of an undue emphasis on trafficking; differences between sex work and trafficking; and policy options relating to trafficking.

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Series ISS Publications
Issue 10
Publisher Institute for Security Studies (ISS)
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