Should Africa Embrace Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) to Achieve Food Security and Agricultural Transformation?

Africa is facing an escalating food crisis. With over 250 million people suffering from undernourishment, and agricultural productivity still trailing behind global standards, the continent’s food systems are under immense pressure. Rapid population growth, climate change, recurring droughts, conflict, and pest outbreaks are further worsening food insecurity. Traditional farming methods, though culturally entrenched, are often inadequate in the face of modern challenges. This crisis demands innovative, scalable, and sustainable solutions. Genetically Modified Organisms offer a potential path forward. These are crops engineered to resist pests, tolerate drought, and boost yields. Could GMOs be the game-changer Africa needs, or do they pose more risks than rewards?