Regulators
Regulatory Agencies
In conducting its functions, The National Biosafety Authority works in close collaboration with the following regulatory agencies as specified in the Biosafety Act. These institutions are also regulators as provided by the law that established them:
| Organization/Department | Description |
|---|---|
| Department of Public Health | Safeguards consumer health through food safety, quality control, surveillance, and prevention/control of foodborne diseases. |
| Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) | Protects against animal diseases and pests to safeguard human health, improve animal welfare, and enhance livestock productivity and product quality. |
| Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) | Oversees standardization in industry, trade, and consumer protection; develops standards, ensures quality assurance, and conducts testing. |
| Pest Control Products Board (PCPB) | Regulates the import, export, manufacture, registration, and use of pest control products. |
| Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) | Provides inspection and monitoring services for plant health, agricultural input quality, and produce; implements GMO-related policies. |
| National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) | Implements environmental policies, including environmental impact assessments for GMOs intended for environmental release. |
| Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) | Focuses on biodiversity and biotechnology in wildlife and forestry-related matters. |
| Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) | Handles intellectual property issues related to modern biotechnology. |
All these institutions perform regulatory roles in regard to relevant GMOs.
Regulatory Agencies
In conducting its functions, The National Biosafety Authority works in close collaboration with the following regulatory agencies as specified in the Biosafety Act. These institutions are also regulators as provided by the law that established them:
