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Danger lurks on scenic island as bridge sinks

A section of the Goye Bridge. Residents now live in fear as the bridge sinks. Photo[Isaiah Gwengi].

A rapid and gentle breeze descends down the lake, rustling the majestic papyrus reeds and the lush vegetation.

The deep blue lake seems to fall off the horizon. Isaya Onyango, a resident of Usalo village in Siaya County, is lost in thoughts as he watches the waters hit against the stones lining parts of the shore.

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