Magu
Mwanza, Tanzania
Why visit Magu?
Magu is the seat of Magu District in Mwanza Region, on the shore of Lake Victoria's Speke Gulf. It is a fishing and trading centre, and the district is one of several around Mwanza engaged in Nile perch fishing on the lake, using gillnets and longlines from beach landing sites.
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Magu is reached by road east of Mwanza city, on the route toward Musoma.
What are the things to do?
- Fish landing sites — small beaches along the Speke Gulf shore where fishing boats bring in the day's catch.
- Magu Market — fresh fish and local produce.
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Local eateries serve fresh Nile perch and other lake fish.
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Where to go next?
Mwanza (40 km west). Musoma (100 km northeast). Magu is a day trip from Mwanza.
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Guide content as of June 2026.
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