Introduction

This thesis outlines the results of a doctoral study conducted on Lake Victoria. The report commences with an introduction (this chapter) that presents general background information on Lake Victoria and introduces the objectives of, and motivations for, the research. In chapters that follow ( Chapters 2 - 6 ), the research carried out and its pertinent findings are described in detail. In Chapter 7 , selected outcomes from Chapters 2 - 6 are reflected upon while in the final chapter ( Chapter 8 ), conclusions and recommendations are outlined.