It was further stated that the situation was expected to worsen markedly during the run-up to the Soccer World Cup, as South Africa's borders were extremely porous. The movement of vehicles carrying trafficking victims remained an issue which was being focused on by role players ranging from security to social services. It was further highlighted that there was an integral link between human trafficking, drug dissemination, money laundering, under the umbrella of organized crime, as well as, in certain cases, terrorism and that South Africa was focussing on this with extreme vigilance and energy. As a nation South Africa was determined not to allow its hard fought battle for democracy to come under threat politically, or economically. In this manner and as with the other areas that required focus during the pre-world cup period, this was one area in particular that was causing concern and ensuring a greater focus. The fight against transnational organized crime had to be strengthened and intensified so as to find a solution involving the sub-Saharan sector.