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Kenya loses Sh28 billion over late GMO crop approval
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Kenya loses Sh28 billion over late GMO crop approval

The Cost of Delay report, prepared by the African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF), highlights that a five-year lag in commercializing Bt maize alone has deprived the country of $67 million (Sh8.7 billion). The losses stem from lower yields, higher pesticide expenses, and increased food prices that could have been avoided with timely adoption of biotechnology.

Senators fault Otuoma for laxity in enforcing financial accountability
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Senators fault Otuoma for laxity in enforcing financial accountability

The committee, whose recommendations were approved by the Senate in March 2025, had instructed Governor Otuoma to take administrative action against non-compliant officers and submit a report to the Auditor General within 60 days. However, when he appeared before the panel on October 6, 2025, he failed to show proof that these instructions had been implemented.