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Poor fishing methods blamed for fish scarcity

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A fishmonger prepares fish on the shores of Lake Victoria at Lwang'ni Beach. [Titus Munala, Standard]

The increase in the use of unauthorised fishing gear and casting nets in prohibited breeding zones is contributing to dwindling fish stock in Lake Turkana.

Fishmongers and consumers in major towns such as Kalokol, Lodwar and Kakuma are already feeling the pinch due to the scarcity of fish.

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