Kenya engaging Uganda over fishermen harassment on Lake Victoria, says PS

The government is working with Uganda to find a lasting solution to harassment of fishermen on Lake Victoria, according to a principal secretary.

Colorful wooden boats moored at a lakeside landing site on Lake Victoria
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Kenya is in talks with neighbouring Uganda to address the harassment of fishermen operating on Lake Victoria, Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has said, according to Capital FM.

Omollo stated that the government is seeking a permanent solution to the issue affecting fishermen in the shared water body.

The discussions between the two countries aim to resolve ongoing tensions and protect Kenyan fishermen from harassment while working on the lake.

Source: Capital FM