The Environment Court dismissed a case challenging the importation of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) into the country, stating that no evidence was presented to show they are harmful to people.
The case had been filed by the Kenya Peasants League — a lobbygroup acting on behalf of peasant farmers.
Justice Oscar Angote ruled on [October 12] that adequate public participation was achieved through a session at the [Kenyatta International Convention Centre, or] KICC as well as a gazette notice.
According to the court, the petitioner made premature claims about the cultivation, importation, and exportation of GMO maize without a license because no evidence was provided.
“This court has not been shown any evidence that the respondents and institutions violated the laws and regulations on GMO foods, specifically the approval to release maize cultivation, importation, and exportation… I dismiss the petition,” added Justice Angote.
