Africa should emulate China and SA by embracing GMO crops

China is embracing genetically modified crops. Africa, what are you waiting for?

12 January 2025 - 00:00 By Wandile Sihlobo

The African governments must decide if they want to fight poverty in the continent or continue to plunge millions of Africans into hunger. A deliberate policy change towards boosting agricultural productivity would help us address the poverty challenge.  ..

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