Biosafety Kenya

03/09/2026

🌱 We’re at the ASK Mombasa International Show 2026!

The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) is participating in the ASK Mombasa International Show, taking place from 2nd–6th September 2026 at the Jomo Kenyatta Showground, Mkomani, Mombasa.

03/09/2026

Championing for a Biosafe Nation

It aims to use the sport’s popularity and unifying power to take science-based information to communities.

02/09/2026

NBA Board and Management Continue Competency Development Training in Naivasha
The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) Board of Directors and Management today continued with their Board Competency Development Programme in Naivasha, focusing on strengthening leadership, governance, financial management, risk assurance and institutional accountability.
The team was taken through Financial Management in Public Service by Mr. Victor Ochieng from the National Treasury, who provided insights into prudent financial management, accountability and the effective use of public resources.
CPA Griffine Songole took the Board through the Role of Internal Audit and Risk Assurance, highlighting the importance of effective internal controls, risk management, compliance and assurance mechanisms in strengthening institutional performance and accountability.
The session also featured Mr. Nicholas Awiti, Deputy Inspector of State Corporations, who addressed the Legacy Challenge: The Case of the NBA Board. The session provided an opportunity for the Board to reflect on institutional experiences, challenges and lessons that can inform effective governance and long-term organisational sustainability.
The day's programme was concluded by Mr. Simon Angote from the Kenya School of Government, who facilitated a session on “Boards That Deliver: Strategic Leadership and Governance.” The session emphasised the role of boards in providing strategic direction, effective oversight, accountability and leadership in the delivery of institutional mandates.
As part of the competency development programme, the Board will also examine the biosafety regulatory framework and the processing of GMO applications, with emphasis on ensuring that regulatory decisions remain transparent, efficient, predictable and scientifically sound.
The competency development programme is aimed at equipping the NBA Board with the knowledge, skills and strategic perspectives required to provide effective oversight and governance, while strengthening the Authority's capacity to deliver on its mandate of ensuring the safe use of modern biotechnology and GMOs in Kenya.

02/09/2026

The National Biosafety Authority is launching its football campaign, “Kicking Out GMO Misinformation Through Sports,” on 6 September 2026 in Mumias East.

Running from 6 September to 23 December 2026, the campaign will use football to take biosafety awareness closer to communities, encourage conversations and help kick out misinformation about GMOs.

From the first whistle to the final goal, we’re playing for facts and championing a biosafe nation.

Launch: Khaimba Primary, Mumias East
Campaign period: 6 September – 23 December 2026

Come for the football. Stay for the facts.

02/09/2026

🌱 We’re at the ASK Mombasa International Show 2026!

The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) is participating in the ASK Mombasa International Show, taking place from 2nd–6th September 2026 at the Jomo Kenyatta Showground, Mkomani, Mombasa.

📍 Visit our stand and engage with our experts!

Come and learn more about biosafety, biotechnology and genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Get accurate, science-based information, ask questions, and better understand how Kenya regulates GMOs to safeguard human and animal health and the environment.

Whether you are a farmer, student, researcher, consumer, trader or simply curious about biotechnology, we are ready to engage, listen and provide reliable information straight from the regulator.

👉 Don’t miss the opportunity—visit the NBA stand at the ASK Mombasa International Show!

01/09/2026

The National Biosafety Authority is officially recruiting for the position of Chief Executive Officer. If you qualify for this role, visit https://biosafetykenya.go.ke and apply before Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. EAT!

31/08/2026

NBA Board Strengthens Capacity to Advance Biosafety and Biotechnology in Kenya
The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) Board of Directors led by Chairman Mr. David Wamatsi today commenced a Board Competency Development Workshop in Naivasha, aimed at strengthening the Board’s capacity to provide effective strategic leadership, governance and oversight.
The workshop, which brings together Board members, Management led by Dr. Ann Karimi and facilitators deliberated on emerging issues in biotechnology, biosafety regulation and institutional sustainability.
Speaking during the opening of the workshop, Mr. Wamatsi emphasized the importance of responsible biotechnology in addressing Kenya’s food security and nutrition challenges amid climate change, pests, diseases and declining agricultural productivity.
The Board will examine the biosafety regulatory framework and the processing of GMO applications, with emphasis on ensuring that regulatory decisions remain transparent, efficient, predictable and scientifically sound.
Resource mobilization and financial sustainability will also feature prominently, including strategies for strengthening partnerships with development partners, research institutions and the private sector. The Board will further review own-source revenue, financial management, audit compliance and institutional accountability.
Other areas of focus include strategic leadership, the Mwongozo Code of Conduct, E-Board systems, the Draft Biosafety Amendment Bill and findings of the NBA Employee Satisfaction Survey.
The workshop is expected to enhance the Board’s effectiveness and support NBA’s vision of becoming a stronger, forward-looking biosafety regulator.

30/08/2026

Setting the Stage for Public Awareness on Biosafety in Kakamega County

The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) on Sunday held a consultative meeting with officials from the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Kakamega Branch, led by Branch Chairman Geophrey Mudembei, referees, and football club officials representing 112 teams that will participate in a soccer tournament scheduled to kick off on 6 September 2026.

The participants were briefed on the tournament, which will be held across Butere, Matungu, Khwisero, Mumias East and Mumias West Sub-Counties as part of the Authority’s public awareness and community engagement programme on biosafety, modern biotechnology and genetically modified organisms (GMOs).

The initiative will engage young people, farmers, community leaders and the general public through accessible and accurate, science-based information on biosafety, biotechnology and GMOs. It will also provide an opportunity to address misconceptions, myths and misinformation surrounding GMOs and promote informed public dialogue.

Beyond public awareness, the football component of the initiative will promote talent identification and development, strengthen football administration at the Sub-County level, support the improvement of football facilities and equipment, and foster positive community engagement.

Each Sub-County will host a 16-team competition over approximately three months, culminating in a Regional Championship in December 2026.

The campaign will be implemented under the theme:

“Kicking Out GMO Misinformation Through Sports.”

The supporting theme is:

“Playing for Facts: Advancing Biosafety Awareness and Combating GMO Misinformation Through Football.”

Speaking during the meeting, NBA Principal Biosafety Officer Ms. Ann Muia emphasised the Authority’s responsibility to safeguard human and animal health and the environment by ensuring that only approved GMOs are transferred, handled and used in Kenya.

“As an institution, we are mandated to protect Kenyans and therefore cannot allow unapproved GMOs to enter the Kenyan market,” Ms. Muia said.

27/08/2026

Something is coming....

We’re taking the conversation on GMOs closer to you, and bringing the facts with us.

Kicking Out Misinformation on GMOs.

📍 Khwisero • Butere • Mumias West • Mumias East • Matungu

Stay tuned.

25/08/2026

Strengthening Institutional Accountability and Growth at NBA

The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) has taken a significant step towards strengthening its institutional performance following the signing of an implementation matrix by the Board and Management.
The implementation matrix, signed by Board Chairman Mr. David Wamatsi(right) and Acting Chief Executive Officer Dr. Ann Karimi, reflects the shared commitment to reposition the Authority for greater impact, resilience and public trust.
The consolidated key action points arose from the Board Retreat held in June 2026 and the subsequent Board training on the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in resource mobilization, held in July 2026.
The Matrix translates key resolutions of the Board and Management into measurable actions and provides a structured framework for tracking the implementation of agreed strategic priorities. Its signing marks a significant milestone in strengthening governance, accountability and performance within the Authority. It demonstrates the Board's commitment to ensuring that strategic decisions are translated into concrete actions that advance the Authority's mandate and contribute to improved service delivery.
Speaking during the signing ceremony, Mr. Wamatsi observed that effective governance extends beyond policy formulation and strategic oversight to include continuous monitoring of implementation.
“This Matrix provides a practical mechanism for ensuring that Board resolutions are executed within agreed timelines and that progress is regularly assessed,” noted the Chairman.
Dr. Karimi welcomed the initiative, observing that it will provide Management with clear strategic direction while reinforcing accountability for the delivery of agreed priorities.
She added that successful implementation of the identified interventions will position the Authority to respond more effectively to emerging opportunities and challenges within the biosafety regulatory landscape.

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