Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya lawmakers on Tuesday faulted President William Ruto’s lifting of the 10-year-long ban on cultivation and exportation of white maize. "...open cultivation and importation of white (GMO) maize is allowed," Ruto said. The MPs led by Azimio Majority leader-designate in the National Assembly Opiyo Wandayi said the decision is weighty and serious public participation was required. Senators Godfrey Osotsi (Vihiga), Dan Maanzo (Makueni) and Edwin Sifuna (Nairobi) argued the health concerns raised about GMO foods have not been addressed. The lawmakers also questioned why the head of state used the outgoing Cabinet to make such a serious decision, instead of waiting for the new Cabinet.

Source: Daily Nation October 04, 2022 21:09 UTC