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Once safe haven, Lake Victoria islands now heave under weight of criminals

Mageta Island. The once safe place is slowly turning into a hideout for criminals, drug-traffickers and even prostitutes because of inadequate policing. [Isaiah Gwengi, Standard]

It is dusk and ordinary workers and traders are returning to their homes after a day's toil. But for a 32-year-old Christine Achieng, the day is just starting.

The sounds of Ohangla music emanating from drinking dens and the voices of drunkards give one a feel of a boisterous nightlife in Mageta Island.

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