Migrant Traders: The Unsung Heroes of South Africa’s Tourism Economy
South Africa’s vibrant tourism industry thrives not only on its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage but also on the contributions of informal street traders. Many of these traders are migrants, offering unique and affordable goods that attract tourists, generate employment, and support local producers. Yet, despite their undeniable role in the economy, they remain largely unprotected by policy. South Africa's tourism sector presents lucrative opportunities for informal traders. In 2023 alone, the country welcomed R8.48...
Awareness Campaigns in Schools about Human Trafficking - SIHMA JHB Legal Office
by Sihle Dlamini, Legal Advisor at SIHMA Office JHB The SIHMA Legal Clinic at St. Patrick La Rochelle has had a had a very busy month this April in terms of awareness campaigns in schools about human trafficking. One of the Legal Clinic’s objectives is to provide trainings and do awareness campaigns on human trafficking in various sectors and spheres including schools. School children are vulnerable to...
SIHMA Health Center Volunteers Reflect on their Work so far
Our Health Centre in Johannesburg welcomed 2 volunteers in December- Mariacristina and Renato. Together they've written a brief summary of the work they've done with the Health Centre so far, as well as highlight the stark difference between the health system in the West versus here. Here is the reflection on their journey...
SIHMA Johannesburg Legal Clinic year end activities
On the photo: Father Eduardo welcoming the older group of children to the workshop. The SIHMA Johannesburg Legal Clinic had a busy week of activities just in time for year end. The office rounded off the year’s activities with at two-day informal training session which involved discussions on human trafficking and another fun-filled day of activities which empowered young people with knowledge on Gender-based violence and human-trafficking.
Reflection of 2021 from the SIHMA Health Centre Administrator
I joined in August 2021. The last few months has taught me many new things. Exciting, scary, and challenging to say the least were the emotions felt through these months. Getting the doctors and nurses together for the health screening campaign and trying to schedule their times, made me realize just how much how doctors and nurses offer up as frontline workers especially in this time of this pandemic. It also made me realize...
Reflections of 2021 from the SIHMA Johannesburg Legal Clinic Administrator and Legal Advisor
I joined the SIHMA Johannesburg Legal Office in August 2021 and my experience thus far has been very-eye-opening. From the setting up of the offices to running the trainings, it has been rewarding to see the two Johannesburg offices come to life. With a background in development, being exposed to the concept of human trafficking, which underpins our office, has given me a more detailed idea about human trafficking. The online trainings have been very...
