Sexual assault case in Musina exposes gaps in child safety at sheltersThe recent sexual assault of a 13-year-old boy at a church shelter in the Limpopo border town of Musina is a stark reminder of the systemic vulnerabilities that place children at risk. In many cases, shelters operate without social workers, making it difficult for shelters to determine what is required of different people staying in the shelters. This is a significant challenge.”Matakanye expressed his appreciation that the DSD has now deployed social workers to work permanently at some of the shelters. “This is welcomed, as social workers are an integral part of the shelter’s operations,” he said. Calls for stronger oversightNSMSA believes the Musina case highlights the urgent need for collaboration between government and shelter operators to ensure the safety of residents.