The fishermen claimed they were fishing in Tanzanian waters when the weather worsened. By WINNIE ATIENOMore by this AuthorOver 100 fishermen from Tanzania are being held in Kilifi after drifting into the Kenyan waters. The Kenya Coast Guard Service (KCGS) seized the Tanzanians and their 23 fishing vessels on Friday while operating in Kenya’s territorial waters after their boats landed in Kilifi, Wesa, Watamu, Ngomeni, Malindi, Uyombo, Mayungu and Kipini. The men claimed they were fishing in Tanzanian waters when the weather conditions worsened. “They (fishermen) claimed that due to poor visibility, they could not navigate their way,” added the KCGS boss.

Source: Daily Nation May 25, 2019 12:56 UTC