It is important to know, for historical and scientific purposes, the possible origins and age of Lake VictoriaLake Victoriaorigin (Fig. 1.3 in p. xx). How old is Lake Victoria? How did it come about? Has it changed much during its existence? If so, how? Why should we be interested in knowing the age of Lake Victoria? These are some of the pertinent questions, which have occupied the attention of scientists for centuries; and rightly so. The origins and age of the Lake are still shrouded in deep mystery.