Now, here’s a headline that’s become far too common in recent months: kidnappings on the rise — and Gauteng seems to be at the epicenter of this terrifying trend. Between January and March this year alone, kidnappings have surged by a staggering 15.8%, compared to the same period last year. That’s more than double the national average increase of 6.8%.

<p>Now, here&rsquo;s a headline that&rsquo;s become far too common in recent months: kidnappings on the rise &mdash; and Gauteng seems to be at the epicenter of this terrifying trend. Between January and March this year alone, kidnappings have surged by a staggering 15.8%, compared to the same period last year. That&rsquo;s more than double the national average increase of 6.8%.</p>

<p>METRO FM Talk with Faith Mangope </p>

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