By KITAVI MUTUAMore by this AuthorCommunities living around Lake Victoria have for years complained about the invasive hyacinth weed that has driven most fishermen out of business. The partnership formed by Kisumu County government, national government and agencies such as the Lake Victoria Environment Management Programme and Lake Victoria Basin Commission is tackling the issue. Unlike in Kenya, where many see the weed as an invasive nuisance, a Nigerian entrepreneur has identified it as a business opportunity. Ms Obaro trains Nigerian women on how to harvest the weed and dry it naturally before making beautiful handicraft. She said people living around Lake Victoria need to be helped start seeing the invasive weed through a different lens in terms.

Source: Daily Nation March 13, 2019 03:00 UTC