Dziwa Science and Technology Trust says the debate on the national Biosafety and Biotechnology policy has exposed some knowledge gap on the issues surrounding Genetically Modified Organisms.
DSaT is imploring Zambia government to make deliberate efforts and build capacity in journalists as key communicators to interrogate scientific papers.
Organization Chief Executive Officer Veronica Mwaba says the Media should be equipped with knowledge especially on complex matters surrounding the GMOs.
In a statement Ms. Mwaba said that about 10 countries have settled for the GMO technology hence reiterating the need for Zambia to bring all key stakeholders under one platform to debate on matters of biotechnology.