The Portuguese Forum in South Africa has called on members of the public with information on kidnapping syndicates to alert the police.
This week alone, police rescued two Portuguese business owners who had been kidnapped for ransom.
Both victims were held captive by kidnappers and found at two different locations in Soweto.
Police say in the last six months, up to 12 businessmen and six students were kidnapped for ransom.
National chairperson of the Portuguese Forum, Manny Ferreirinha says more has to be done to protect Portuguese nationals.
