KAGERA, April 8 -- IT takes no more than thirty minutes by boat across Lake Victoria to travel from Rubafu Beach to the remarkable Kyau Forest Reserve, a secluded natural haven that seems to have mastered the art of selfpreservation.

Located in Rubafu Ward of Bukoba District in Kagera Region, Kyau operates under the management of the Tanzania Forest Services Agency (TFS).

Despite its relatively close proximity to human settlements, the forest remains largely untouched, thanks to a unique combination of geography, natural deterrents and consistent conservation efforts.

Surrounded by deep waters, Kyau appears to have placed a protective barrier around itself. The lake acts as a natural shield, discouraging unauthorised access.

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