Lake Kariba
News: Water levels at Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe have dropped dramatically because of the latest El Nino drought.
Lake Kariba:
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- It’s known as the largest man-made lake and reservoir worldwide.
- It is situated on the Zambia-Zimbabwe border and located 200 kilometers downstream from Victoria Falls.
- Formed in the 1950s due to the construction of the Kariba Dam across the Zambezi River.
- It plays a crucial role in generating electricity for Zambia and Zimbabwe and sustains a vibrant commercial fishing sector.
