Fishermen fight for survival as crocodiles terrorise Lake Turkana

Crocodile attacks have surged claiming at least three lives every month..

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Fishermen and communities around Lake Turkana are facing a deadly threat and struggle for survival as crocodiles, emboldened by rising water levels and habitat changes, increasingly attack people and disrupt livelihoods.

An estimated 40 people have been killed by crocodiles around the lake.
Key organizations involved include the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and local government officials like Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai.
Traditional fishing practices are being abandoned due to the constant danger, with fishermen unable to determine safe areas on the lake.

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