Uganda, Nov. 23 -- Religious leaders in Rwenzori have asked government to curb the surging cases of human trafficking in the sub-region.

The leaders also urged government to establish rehabilitation centres for survivors of the vice.

"Human trafficking is a big issue in our sub-region where we have rescued over 100 people. But within the country, the number of survivors registered is more than 1,500," Sister Semerita Mbabu, the coordinator for justice and peace for the Holy Cross Sisters in Rwenzori, said.

The nun said females are the most affected as some end up being raped and thus getting unwanted pregnancies or sexually transmitted diseases.

Speaking to the Monitor yesterday, Sister Mbabu said they are always overwhelmed by the bi...