2027 Centenary Survey

Survey 2027

A lake-wide scientific assessment combining heritage methods with modern technology.

The SurveyMuundo wa Utafiti

Eight Work PackagesVifurushi Nane vya Kazi

The survey is structured around eight integrated work packages, spanning historical review, field research, laboratory analysis, stakeholder engagement, storytelling, media, policy, and project management.Utafiti umepangwa katika vifurushi nane vya kazi vilivyounganishwa, vikijumuisha mapitio ya kihistoria, utafiti wa shambani, uchambuzi wa maabara, ushirikishwaji wa wadau, hadithi, vyombo vya habari, sera, na usimamizi wa mradi.

01

Historical Data Review

Digitisation of Graham’s original Cefas logbooks and systematic review of 100 years of published data to establish the foundational baseline.

02

Field Research

Lake-wide sampling across all three nations — biodiversity, fisheries, water quality, sediment cores, and socioeconomic surveys of 1,500+ households.

03

Laboratory Analysis

eDNA and genomic sequencing of 10,000+ specimens, water chemistry testing, sediment core dating, and open data publication via GBIF.

04

Stakeholder Engagement

Meaningful engagement with lakeside communities, policymakers, and international partners.

05

Story Development

Filming, photography, oral histories, and documentary production capturing the human dimension.

06

Media & Advocacy

Public awareness campaigns, school programmes, digital communications, and media engagement.

07

Policy Recommendations

Comprehensive reports, policy briefs, community toolkits, and IUCN assessments.

08

Project Management

Governance structure, quality assurance, coordination mechanisms, and monitoring systems.

ImplementationUtekelezaji

The Road to 2027Njia ya 2027

2024–26

Planning

  • Steering Committee formation
  • Methodology finalisation
  • Fundraising strategy
  • Equipment procurement
  • Research permits

2027–28

Field Campaign

  • 12-month intensive survey
  • 3 research vessels deployed
  • Comprehensive data collection
  • Local team capacity building

2028

Analysis

  • Laboratory analysis
  • Data synthesis
  • IUCN Red List assessments
  • Technical reports
  • Post-Survey Conference

2029

Legacy

  • Stakeholder presentations
  • Policy advocacy
  • Documentary distribution
  • Open data publication

What We’ll DeliverMatokeo Yanayotarajiwa

Survey ResultsMatokeo ya Utume

Scientific Reports

300+ page flagship report, 5 thematic technical reports, 20+ peer-reviewed articles

IUCN Assessments

~200 species Red List assessments, 5 Green Status assessments, Red List Index publication

Policy Guidance

6 policy briefs, 5 priority action areas, community toolkits in 5 languages

Storytelling

60-min documentary, 8-episode mini-series, 1M+ people reached

Scientific Data

10,000+ DNA specimens, 1,500+ water samples, open data via GBIF

Capacity Building

500+ schools engaged, 1,500+ household surveys, youth ambassador programmes

Survey Begins InUtafiti Unaanza Katika

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Survey AreaEneo la Utafiti

Lake Victoria BasinBonde la Ziwa Victoria

The survey covers the entire lake across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda — including island communities, key fishing zones, and ecological hotspots.Utafiti unafunua ziwa mzima kupitia Kenya, Tanzania, na Uganda — ikiwa ni pamoja na jamii za visiwa, maeneo ya uvuvi, na maeneo ya ikolojia.

Get InvolvedShiriki

Whether you are a researcher, community member, or supporter — there is a place for you in this expedition.Iwe wewe ni mtafiti, mwanajamii, au msaidizi — kuna nafasi yako katika msafara huu.

Get involved →Shiriki →