4 key African conflicts that have gone under-reported in mainstream media

Farida Dawkins September 07, 2018

4 key African conflicts that have gone under-reported in mainstream media

Lake Victoria…Lake Victoria Safari

Kenyan/Ugandan fishing conflict

There is tension brewing between Kenyans and Ugandans over fishing rights on Lake Victoria.

The lake is shared by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. Tanzania holds 51 percent; Uganda holds 41 percent while Kenya holds six percent.

The population of fish is decreasing while fishermen from the different countries are said to cross borders in order to catch more fish.

Kenyan nationals are being blamed for boat thefts while Kenyan fishermen are claiming to be harassed by Ugandan security, as reported by All Africa.

Last Edited by:Ismail Akwei Updated: September 7, 2018

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