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A compilation of the oral and written scientific presentations chosen to be part of World Water Week 2018 Seminars.

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Conclusions and recommendation<br />

The paper highlights the urgent need for a holistic and coordinated local and global investment action to<br />

conserve the Lake's biodiversity and ecosystem based on best practices; greater cross-sectoral<br />

understanding of threats and impacts and the critical importance of conservation -that conservation<br />

enhances economic growth and societal wellbeing rather than derailing them. Investment in conservation<br />

combined with stronger policies and institutions would help build regional peace; ensure sustainable<br />

livelihoods; improve food security; save unique species from extinction; restore the country's cultural<br />

heritage - a major foreign exchange earner and help the country achieve its development goals of economic<br />

growth and transformation.<br />

Seminar: Investing in freshwater ecosystems and biodiversity: A key development challenge 164

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