101K views · 500 reactions | The high-profile Joshlin Smith trial...

48 reactions · 9 comments | Joshlin Smith was last seen 17 days ago. While the search for her continues, her mother and boyfriend were among four people who appeared in court on Thursday facing charges of kidnapping. By Vincent Cruywagen #JoshlinSmith #Kidnapping #Trafficking #SouthAfrica #Crime | Daily Maverick | Facebook

Joshlin Smith| Accused 3, Kelly Smith, storms out of court after indicating that she is not feeling well. Proceedings have been briefly adjourned. #Newzroom405 | Newzroom Afrika

Joshlin Smith case nears verdict amid shocking trafficking allegations and public outcry The Western Cape High Court in Saldanha Bay is set to deliver judgment on Friday, May 2, 2025, in the highly publicized case of six-year-old Joshlin Smith, who disappeared on February 19, 2024, from her home in Middelpos, Saldanha Bay. Her mother, Racquel “Kelly” Smith, her boyfriend Jacquen “Boeta” Appollis, and their friend Steveno van Rhyn face charges of kidnapping and human trafficking for exploitation.

41K views · 332 reactions | Joshlin Smith| State prosecutor Adv. Zelda Swanepoel says none of the accused participated in the search for Joshlin, with the knowledge that she was sold and will never be seen again. She adds one of the accused admitted that Joshlin was sold for muthi purposes. #Newzroom405 | Newzroom Afrika | Facebook