Uganda: Lakes Edward, Albert Threatened - Expert

Kampala — The population increase around lakes Edward and Albert is threatening the water bodies, a consultant has revealed, reports Chris Ahimbisibwe.

Dr. Orach Meza, a researcher, said the population was exerting pressure on the lakes. He pointed out that activities like mining, which were being carried out near the lakes, were polluting the water bodies.

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