TOP STORIES IN SCIENCE AFRICA
COVID-19 Vaccination in Africa amidst Misinformation and Myths
By HENRY OWINO
As the spread of vaccinations against COVID-19 ramps up globally, Africa is not left behind as over ten countries have already received...
Kenya Receives First Batch of COVAX Vaccines
By HENRY OWINO
The arrival of the first batch of COVID-19 vaccines consignment in Kenya gives citizen and government hopes of combating the deadly coronavirus....
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Study: GM Crops could Support Food Security in Africa
By Joseph Maina
Genetically modified (GM) maize has produced higher yields than conventional hybrid varieties in South Africa, highlighting the technology’s potential to support food security in the face of climate challenges, a new study...
Kenya Equipped to Combat Desert Locust Menace
By Tabitha Oeri
Kenya Government is working around the clock to contain desert locusts that have invaded most parts of the country. Currently 15 counties have been invaded by the locusts especially those bordering Ethiopia...
Private Sector Critical in Adoption of Improved Seeds
By Sharon Atieno
Though improved seeds have great capabilities including higher yields, disease and pest resistance, climate change adaptation, improved nutrition and longer shelf life among others; the uptake of these seeds among African farmers...
Covid-19: New Farming Practices Flourishing in Nairobi
By Mary Hearty
As food scarcity and high prices hit Nairobi County, residents turned to innovative farming techniques to survive. Many are utilizing residential spaces such as balconies, verandah, porch among other open spaces in...
