Kenya: Team Seeks Safety in Lake

21 September 2012

THE Lake Victoria Basin Commission yesterday said it is undertaking various projects aimed at improving maritime transport and safety in Lake Victoria. The commission's executive secretary Canisius Kanangire said once completed, the projects will significantly reduce fatalities and loss of property arising from maritime activities in the lake.

Activities to improve transport and safety on the lake include the ongoing implementation of the Lake Victoria Transport Act 2007. Kanangire said the commission wants to stimulate investment in lake transport. He however said the sector needs more funds to achieve their targets.

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