East Africa

East Africa is a region that has seen significant human trafficking activity, particularly in the trafficking of women and children for sex and labor exploitation. Many trafficking victims in the region are from rural areas and are lured into exploitation with promises of employment or education opportunities. Trafficking networks in the region are often highly organized and can involve multiple countries, making it difficult to investigate and prosecute traffickers. Organizations such as the United Nations and the African Union have implemented policies and initiatives to combat trafficking in the region, including providing funding for victim support services and implementing measures to prevent trafficking.