
A South African woman has been sentenced to life in prison for the trafficking of her six-year-old daughter.
The sentencing follows a trial where evidence revealed the woman sold her daughter, whose identity is being withheld to protect her privacy.
Details of the specific transaction and the individuals involved were presented during the court proceedings.
The prosecution presented evidence showing the woman’s direct involvement in arranging and executing the sale of her daughter.
The court found the woman guilty of child trafficking, a severe crime in South Africa punishable by lengthy prison sentences.
The judge emphasized the severity of the crime and the devastating impact it had on the young victim in the sentencing.
No further details regarding the buyer or the daughter’s current whereabouts have been released to the public to safeguard the child’s wellbeing.
The case highlights the ongoing problem of child trafficking and exploitation in South Africa, emphasizing the need for prevention and protection measures.