Human Trafficking

Amid ongoing concerns over human trafficking in the country, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) issued an urgent appeal to the government to bolster anti-trafficking laws and enforcement. The call was made during the National Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking. Bishop Socrates Mesiona led the release of a four-page statement.

January 31, 2026 Reported by AI

The Taraba State Command of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (Naptip) has intercepted a suspected trafficker transporting 10 children.

South African police have opened an inquiry into Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla following allegations of human trafficking and fraud. The case involves 17 South African men reportedly lured to Russia and forced into the Ukraine war. The docket has been transferred to the Hawks for further investigation.

November 22, 2025 Reported by AI

The Philippine government has sought an Interpol red notice for former Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque over allegations of qualified human trafficking linked to a POGO operation. The request targets Roque's alleged involvement with the Lucky South 99 facility, which was raided last year. Roque, currently abroad, has denied any connection to the firm.