Researchers urge stronger biosafety rules and independent oversight as Ethiopia prepares for GM crops

According to Capital Ethiopia, Ethiopian researchers and civil-society advocates are calling for stronger biosafety regulations and independent scientific oversight as the country moves toward commercial distribution of genetically modified food crops. They argue that while biotechnology may offer potential benefits, including drought tolerance and pest resistance, Ethiopia’s regulatory framework requires stronger implementation, transparent risk assessment and broader public participation to protect biodiversity, public health, farmers’ rights and national food sovereignty.