https://www.statssa.gov.za/?p=18509
Jun 20, 2025 · A recent study found that one in three girls and one in five boys in South Africa have experienced some form of violence before turning 18. Moreover, the Department of Social Development (DSD) reported more than 26 000 cases of child abuse and neglect in the 2024/25 financial year.
https://mg.co.za/news/south-africa/2025-06-11-reported-cases-of-child-abuse-and-neglect-rose-to-26-000-in-2024-25/
Jun 11, 2025 · More than 26 000 cases of child abuse and neglect were reported in the 2024-25 financial year, up from 23 732 during the same period last year, Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe has said.
https://www.statssa.gov.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Mbalo-brief-June.pdf
June 2025 scourge of child abuse and neglect is rampant South Africa and affects many children across the country. A recent study found that one in three girls and one in five boys in South Africa have experienced some form of violence before turning 18. Moreover, the Department of Social Development (DSD)
https://www.africacheck.org/infofinder/explore-facts/what-are-child-abuse-statistics-south-africa
Sep 22, 2025 · In the 2024/25 financial year, South Africa’s Department of Social Development reported 26,852 cases of child abuse and neglect.
https://southafricatoday.net/south-africa-news/south-africas-child-abuse-epidemic-over-26000-cases-reported-in-a-year/
Aug 1, 2025 · Child welfare advocates are raising the alarm over South Africa’s escalating child abuse crisis, with recent reports revealing shocking cases of neglect, sexual abuse, and physical violence—often perpetrated by parents or guardians.
https://www.sanews.gov.za/south-africa/2025-child-protection-month-lets-root-out-child-abuse-together
May 11, 2025 · The Department of Social Development (DSD) has launched a nationwide child protection programme to combat child abuse, following alarming statistics revealing that more than 26 000 cases of child abuse and neglect were reported in the 2024/25 financial year.
https://fullview.co.za/shocking-new-data-reveals-spike-in-child-on-child-sexual-violence/
May 26, 2026 · According to the National Child Protection Register’s first to third quarter statistics for the 2025/26 financial year, 8,984 cases of child abuse and 3,258 cases of sexual abuse were recorded.
https://www.childlinesa.org.za/wp-content/uploads/Childline-SA-Data-Analysis-Report-July-September-2025.pdf
The continued growth in call volumes underscores the importance of the helpline as a frontline support service, and we remain committed to strengthening its reach and responsiveness across South Africa.
https://www.citizen.co.za/news/child-abuse-in-sa-where-the-monsters-are-real-and-the-adults-are-silent/
May 4, 2026 · According to the National Child Protection Register, first to third quarter statistics for the 2025-26 financial year show the recorded 8,984 cases of child abuse, with 3 258 sexual abuse...
https://www.childlinesa.org.za/wp-content/uploads/Childline-SA-Data-Analysis-Report-January-March-2025.pdf
Our teams across the country carry out Outreach and Awareness activities e.g., community and school talks that address a number of problems being faced by the children in our communities e.g., Abuse, Body Safety and Online Safety Talks, Puppet Shows and Parenting Talks.
