GM crops and African food relief
The controversy over genetically modified (GM) seeds loomed large at the Johannesburg Summit on Sustainable Development. In a heated debate, GM critics argued that it is not an unacceptable solution, and supporters hail it as the answer to Africa's number one problem: lack of food.
 Heated Debate over GM Food at Summit (UPI article)
Two Viewpoints on GM Food Aid to Developing Nations
The strongest resistance to GM food aid is Zambia. In efforts to deal with insufficient food in drought stricken areas, some groups fear that food relief is being used to dump or spread GM seeds and crops.
Zambia says rejection of GM food aid is final
Who benefits from the World Food Programme?
The following statements express concern about the introduction of GM food into southern Africa and potential problems with GM corn for African farmers.
Africa Faith & Justice Network denounces imposing GM food aid
Statement of Solidarity with Southern African Nations
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