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Tanzania will ‘play a key role in GMO science despite the propaganda’
Several African scientists who are knowledgeable about GMO science argue that contrary to ongoing anti-GMO propaganda the actual threat to Africa’s seed systems and agriculture is not GMOs but rather the fear of them. Dr. Daniel Maeda, a Tanzanian cellular biologist and biotechnology expert, is one such scientist. Dr. Maeda,…
GM crops safe and viable option for Africa, say African science academy experts
Agricultural scientists from across Africa have jointly added their voices to the ongoing debate on genetically modified organisms (GMOs) which they strongly endorsed as a safe and viable option in addressing food insecurity. The experts also assured the public that GM crops in the market today have the same or…
Four crucial challenges we will face at the UN Convention for Biodiversity talks – CBD COP15
The Alliance for Science is heading to another intense round of global environmental negotiations this month, as the world meets in Montreal, Canada, to discuss the impact of the biodiversity crisis on climate change. It might seem too soon after the recent COP27 UN climate talks, but the focus of…
Rising above the high tide of anti-GMO misinformation in Africa: science experts and media join forces
False media reports about GMOs continue to flood Africa, but experts believe the tide of misinformation can change if African science journalists and experts from the continent’s academic science groves consistently publish articles debunking the myths. Speaking during a recent presser hosted by the Africa Science Media Center (AfriSMC) to…
Gene editing key to sustainable agriculture in Africa, scientists say
Africa must update its regulations to accommodate the gene-edited crops needed to sustainably intensify agriculture to feed the continent’s growing population, a new study says. “Sustainable intensification of agriculture in Africa is essential for accomplishing food and nutritional security and addressing the rising concerns of climate…
5 ways gene editing is making crops climate-resilient
Our world is undergoing climate changes that have triggered a spate of calamitous disruptions on agricultural production and overall food security. From the devastations of tropical typhoons to droughts that are increasingly pervasive and severe, it appears that Nature is trumpeting her rather boisterous bid to furnish us…
5 reasons why the GMO debate is over
Though we still hear some moaning and groaning about GMOs — genetically modified organisms — it primarily comes from a small and very vocal group. Most people simply aren’t concerned about GMOs as they focus on real and pressing issues, like the climate crisis and COVID-19 global pandemic. Even anti-GMO…
New AATF boss blames ignorance for slow uptake of ag biotech
Dr. Canisius Kanangire, the newly appointed executive director of the African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF), was recently in Nigeria to recognize the nation for being a continental leader in the adoption and deployment of biotechnology. Kanangire, who holds a doctorate in aquatic sciences, brings more than 35 years of leadership experience, most recently…
Synthetic biology in Africa: ‘Golden opportunity’ once regulations are in place
Synthetic biology can solve some of Africa’s pressing challenges related to poverty, food insecurity and climate change, scientists say, but its adoption faces hurdles. “Synthetic biology presents a golden opportunity for improving livelihoods in Africa, but its success can only be realized if the policy and legislative environment is conducive,”…