Kariba Dam is the largest man-made lake in the world. It is located approximately halfway down the mighty Zambezi River. The history of Lake Kariba is a long and fascinating one. This mighty river rises in north western Zambia.
A year round source of water for wildlife and humans
Fisheries: kapenta were introduced to the lake and thrived
Game fishing: Indigenous Tiger Fish love the kapenta
A great environment for Nile Crocodile and Hippo
Bird watching: Fish Eagle, Cormorant and water birds
Game viewing: Elephant herds come down to drink
Tourism: water sports, houseboats, accommodation
Business potential: local town on the rise is Sinazongwe
Page: 1 History of Lake Kariba Designed to hold back the awesome power of one of Africa’s greatest rivers and create hydroelectricity for an ever increasing demand, Kariba Dam wall is a feat of engineering and the Lake Kariba a holiday hotspot. However it was not ac ...
