Rising lakes in Kenya force communities to flee as wildlife encounters increase
6 Aug 2026, 12:20 GMT
By editorial@africanews.com
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The expanding lakes have also increased encounters between people and wildlife. Crocodiles and hippos are now appearing closer to homes and communities as their natural habitats disappear.