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Lake Victoria backflow drowns hopes of fishermen, businesses

Boats waiting to ferry marooned villagers at Pombo in Nyando. [Michael Mute, Standard]

Lake Victoria's waters have risen to some of the highest levels in recent history due to the heavy rains pounding many parts of the country.

The situation is likely to prevail for years to come as heavy rains are expected to be the new norm owing to the effects of climate change.

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