Environmental Consequences Of Sand Mining On The Shores Of Lake Victoria: A Case Of Study Of Kiyirira Village Katabi Sub Country, Wakiso District

ABSTRACT Sand mining is one of the major economic activities in and around the wetlands of Wakiso District and is an important Source of income among smallholder communities in many parts of the country. The gray-white sand type (Placitas) and yellow-brown sand type (Nyanjja) are commonly harvested. However, the gray-white sand dominates the harvest, and Wakiso’s gray-white sand is demanded by the construction industry because it has a fine particle component other types don’t have. However, due to over harvesting of sand in this area, significant environmental consequences have been noticea…