The National Environment Management Authority has directed Mango Tree Marine Limited to stop sand harvesting in Lake Victoria. In a letter dated February 16, 2021 to Mango Tree Marine Limited, Nema director general Mamo Mamo told the company to stop any further harvesting of sand in Lake Victoria. The DG said any activity by Mango Tree outside the prescribed areas is illegal and must be stopped forthwith. They said sand harvesting was interfering with the ecosystem. They demanded that action be taken against Mango Tree for interfering with the environment without acquiring the requisite licenses.

Source: The Star February 20, 2021 18:11 UTC