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Government Tackles Rising Drowning Crisis | Uganda News
Drowning is a deadly crisis claiming 1,400 to 3,000 lives annually—with experts fearing the real toll is even higher. The government’s new multi-pronged strategy tackles this through stricter water safety rules, community training, warning signs, and faster Marine Police response times. Negligence—like drinking, overloaded boats, and unsafe vessels—is a major cause, especially among young adults aged 20–29. Safety campaigns are ramping up, including warnings about counterfeit life jackets, while researchers work to track incidents in hidden danger zones like brick pits and wells—aiming to…
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