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Ukerewe's Fishing Crisis: Overfishing and Climate Change Threaten Livelihoods
Fishing communities on Ukerewe Island, the largest island in Lake Victoria, face dire challenges due to declining fish stocks caused by overfishing and climate change, prompting some to explore alternative livelihoods with limited success.
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France
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Centre Juridique Et Des Droits De L'homme À Dar Es Salam
Pambano BonifaceDamien SimonJoyce Komanya
- How is climate change impacting agriculture on Ukerewe Island?
- Climate change is impacting Ukerewe's agricultural sector as well, with erratic rainfall patterns affecting crop yields, adding to the challenges faced by the community.
- What are the main causes of the decline in fish stocks in Lake Victoria around Ukerewe?
- Overfishing using inadequate techniques, coupled with the devastating effects of climate change, are the primary causes of the declining fish population in Lake Victoria surrounding Ukerewe.
- What is the overall outlook for the future of fishing and livelihoods on Ukerewe Island?
- The future looks uncertain for Ukerewe's fishermen, with dwindling fish stocks and the added difficulties posed by climate change; some are attempting to switch to agriculture but that also faces similar challenges.
- What is the main environmental challenge affecting the fishing community on Ukerewe Island?
- Ukerewe, the largest island in Lake Victoria, is experiencing a decline in fish stocks, threatening the livelihood of its fishing community.
- What alternative income sources are some fishermen exploring, and what obstacles do they face?
- Some fishermen are turning to fish farming as an alternative income source, but the high setup costs and lack of government funding pose significant challenges.