Police Rescue 26 Ethiopians from Traffickers

South African police rescued 26 Ethiopians held captive by suspected human traffickers in Johannesburg after the group escaped from a house where they were found naked. The rescue occurred following a tip-off from neighbors about a disturbance, leading to the arrest of three individuals on charges of human trafficking and possession of an illegal firearm. Reports indicate that around 60 Ethiopian men were kept inhumane conditions, with some suffering injuries during their escape. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding their captivity, including how they ended up in South Africa. This incident adds to the growing concern over human trafficking in the country, which has seen a rise in such cases amidst ongoing xenophobia towards immigrants. South Africa is home to approximately 2.4 million foreign-born residents, with a notable number of Ethiopians among them.