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High Court suspends importation of GMO crops pending hearing of petition

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 28 – A High Court has temporarily barred the government from importing and subsequent distribution of genetically modified (GMO) crops and food until a case filed by the Kenyan Peasants League, a social movement, is heard and determined.

“That pending hearing and determination of the application the honourable Court issued an inductive order prohibiting the importation and distribution of the GMO crop and food,” reads the ruling

According to the government lifting the ban on genetically modified crops was a response to the worst drought in the East African region in 40 years, with officials hoping that it will improve crop yields and food security.

The lifting of the ban has elicited mixed reactions across the country, with Azimio Leader Raila Odinga, among others, stating that he will fight GMOs in court and on farms across the country.

The injunction order was issued by Justice Mugure Thande.

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