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MV Rafiki Back on Lake Victoria | Uganda News

The MV Rafiki is back on the water—after a 16-day shutdown caused by floating junk damaging its engine. Set to resume service Wednesday, September 16th at 2 PM, the boat will reconnect islanders and traders on the Bukasa-Entebbe route, offering affordable transport they desperately needed. Repairs were completed ahead of schedule, including test runs to ensure safety. While alternatives like MV Armstrong and wooden boats kept things moving, they cost more. Authorities are now urging fishermen to secure nets away from the boat’s path to prevent future engine damage. With the Rafiki restored…

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