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Kidnappings increase in South Africa

Kidnappings increase in South Africa

An American pastor who was kidnapped in South Africa has been rescued

Focus on Africa · BBC World Service

April 16, 202532m 15s

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Show Notes

An American pastor who was kidnapped by armed men during a church service in South Africa last week has been rescued following a "high-intensity shoot-out". Police say three people were killed. Josh Sullivan was found unharmed in the township in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape province. Why is South Africa facing a rise in kidnappings?

Also, why are women still dying during pregnancy and childbirth in West Africa?

And why is India carrying out naval exercises along the East African coast?

Presenter: Audrey Brown Technical Producer: Nick Randell Producers: Bella Hassan and Sunita Nahar Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Editors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard