Security agencies in Nyanza are grappling with the rising number of foreigners sneaking into Siaya County from neighbouring countries through Lake Victoria.

Tanzanian and Ugandan nationals are reportedly sneaking into the country through Mageta, Ndeda and Oyamo islands in Siaya County.

Last week, Bondo Sub-County Security Intelligence Committee decided to map key islands that are emerging as preferred illegal routes by the foreigners.

The foreigners are said to be avoiding border points in Isebania in Migori County and Busia which are already under tight surveillance to control possibility of importation of Covid-19 from the two countries.

A police officer who spoke to the Nation on condition of anonymity said that while the Tanzanians who sneak to Bondo were interested in gold business, the Ugandans trade in charcoal, maize and other cereals in Usenge beach, Mageta island and Osieko on the border of Siaya and Busia counties.