The legitimation of GMO governance in Africa

Ayele, Seife (2007). The legitimation of GMO governance in Africa. Science and Public Policy, 34(4) pp. 239–249.

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DOI (Digital Object Identifier) Link:	https://doi.org/10.3152/030234207X213931
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Abstract

Governance arrangements for genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are widely acknowledged as important, but often inadequately implemented. This paper examines legitimation and harmonization issues around evolving GMO governance in Africa. It draws on empirical research from Ethiopia, South Africa and pan-African biosafety system harmonisation initiatives. Analysis shows that the process of institutionalising biosafety systems has become a major source of contention, and dominant protagonists have emerged on both sides of the debate. The legitimacy of the emerging systems is, however, at stake, since those making and implementing the rules are perceived as having failed to find a way through the competing views and concerns over GMOs. The paper highlights the need for a competence-based and more inclusive approach to governing GMOs.

Item Type:	Journal Item
ISSN:	0302-3427
Academic Unit/School:	Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) > Engineering and Innovation Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
Item ID:	8916
Depositing User:	Seife Ayele
Date Deposited:	15 Aug 2007
Last Modified:	04 Oct 2016 10:04
URI:	http://oro.open.ac.uk/id/eprint/8916
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