Lake Victoria

Prelims bits – Map

 

  • Location: Africa, part of the African Great Lakes.
  • Bordering Countries: Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania.
  • Significance: Primary reservoir of the Nile River.
  • Key Facts:
    • Largest tropical lake in the world.
    • Second-largest freshwater lake globally.
  • Major Threats:
    • Deforestation and land use changes.
    • Degradation of wetlands.
    • Pollution from urban, industrial, and agricultural sources.
  • Environmental Impact:
    • Declining water quality.
    • Increased pollution levels.
    • Growth of harmful algal blooms.
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