Mwanza. The government says it has successfully contained the spread of the invasive aquatic weed, Salvinia molesta and is now focusing on managing the native Lutende weed, which continues to affect Lake Victoria.
The Permanent Secretary in the Vice President's Office (Union and Environment), Mr Cyprian Luhemeja, revealed the development on May 19, 2025, during Prime Minister, Kassim Majaliwa's visit to the Kigongo–Busisi area in Mwanza to assess weed removal efforts.
