Kigoma Regional Commissioner Simon Sirro warned perpetrators stealing fishing equipment from Lake Tanganyika that authorities have started implementing serious enforcement measures against the criminal operations. The ambassador addressed fishermen at Lubengera Landing Site in Uvinza District and explained that coordinated patrols involving Police Marine Units and naval forces will expand across the shoreline while local district council boats strengthen protection for fishing activities.
Uvinza District Commissioner Dinnah Mathamani confirmed that Lubengera has experienced heavy theft impact but safety restoration efforts are underway. Fisherman Yahaya Seleman stated his belief that some theft operations involve people from neighboring territories working alongside local criminals and noted that the gear losses have damaged local fishing communities economically. Sirro assured parents to keep their children away from illegal activities and confirmed that anyone caught will face maximum legal consequences.
Uvinza District Commissioner Dinnah Mathamani confirmed that Lubengera has experienced heavy theft impact but safety restoration efforts are underway. Fisherman Yahaya Seleman stated his belief that some theft operations involve people from neighboring territories working alongside local criminals and noted that the gear losses have damaged local fishing communities economically. Sirro assured parents to keep their children away from illegal activities and confirmed that anyone caught will face maximum legal consequences.
