Statistics are scant, but the foster care system in South Africa has its fair share of critics. There is a severe backlog, inadequate resources and a shortage of trained foster parents, meaning high turnover rates

The veteran politician was abducted in Kenya, apparently by Ugandan intelligence officers

The state says the matter is ready to be transferred to the high court

The case against the suspects in Joshlin’s disappearance, including her mother, has been held over to 16 September for further investigation

Police Minister Bheki Cele said the police service is working with Interpol and other organisations after a tip-off that the child could be overseas This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your Free Account The Mail & Guardian is committed to providing all our readers with the best possible experience. Please register your free account now. Your registration is your first step to becoming an M&G community member. Register Registration enables: – M&G newsletters access – notifications – the best possible experience Already registered? Login here Want to subscribe and get even more benefits? Explore our subscription offers

Police confirmed that the items were found in a drain over the weekend, near the home of the six-year-old

Police say information regarding the alleged confession will only be disclosed in court

Police have dismissed rumours that the six-year-old was kidnapped for muthi, saying there was no evidence of this

Sakhile Bhekisisa Mhlungu cruised the streets of small KZN towns over two years, in broad daylight, searching for victims

Criminals treat abduction and extortion as a business transaction and wealthy individuals increasingly insure against it