VOICED : Gabon moves to tackle child exploitation

The video discusses the issue of child exploitation in Gabon, where children from countries like Benin, Togo, and Nigeria are trafficked and forced into labor. Many children endure perilous journeys and face harsh working conditions. Efforts by the Gabon government and UNICEF aim to combat this issue, but more international cooperation is needed to address the root causes and prevent trafficking.

What age do some children start working in Gabon?

• 15 years old

• 5 or 6 years old

• 10 years old

• 12 years old

Which countries are mentioned as origins for trafficked children?

• Benin, Togo, and Nigeria

• South Africa, Kenya, and Uganda

• Ghana, Mali, and Senegal

• Egypt, Libya, and Morocco

How do traffickers convince families to give up their children?

• By offering sums of money

• By threatening the families

• By offering education opportunities

• By promising a better life abroad

What is a common risk faced by children during their journey to Gabon?

• Getting lost in the desert

• Being caught by police

• Capsizing of overcrowded boats

• Running out of food and water

What initiative has the Gabon government launched to combat child trafficking?

• A nationwide training program for teachers

• A nationwide training program for lawyers, police, and social workers

• A nationwide training program for healthcare workers

• A nationwide training program for journalists