# Gauteng’s Kidnapping Crisis Deepens | Johannesburg News

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Podcast: [Johannesburg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/johannesburg-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7622176)
Published: 2026-09-18T19:57:27+00:00
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Gauteng is South Africa’s kidnapping hotspot, with over half of all cases occurring there — and it’s no longer just the wealthy being targeted. Families and communities across the board are living in fear as crime evolves into faster, more violent “express kidnappings,” often tied to other crimes like hijackings or fake police stops. Even amateurs are getting involved, increasing danger and chaos. Worse, tech meant to protect us — like facial recognition and fingerprints — is now weaponized by criminals. Many cases involving sexual violence, especially against minors, aren’t even classified as kidnappings, hiding the true scale. Experts warn this isn’t isolated crime — it’s part of a vast criminal network that demands systemic dismantling, not just individual arrests. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/2026-09-18-explainer-why-gauteng-is-at-the-centre-of-south-africas-kidnapping-crisis/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8cba9cedf487ab60 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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