Why drowning is a cause of concern in Uganda
Drowning, a preventable tragedy, disproportionately affects young adult males in lakeside districts, where an alarming 75% of victims are between 15 and 29 years old.
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Statistics from the Lake Victoria Basin Commission reveal that 5,000 people drown annually on Lake Victoria, making it about 14 people daily on one lake alone. File photo
By NewVision Reporter
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Uganda joined the global community on July 25 in observing World Drowning Prevention Day, dedicated to raising awareness and accelerating action on global drowning prevention.
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