The Act makes provision for the control of genetic modification of organisms and related activities for so as to prevent danger and damage to public health and the environment. The Act shall apply to: (a) the genetic modification of organisms; (b) the importation, development, production, testing, release, use and application of genetically modified organisms; and (c) the use of gene therapy in animals, including human beings. It shall be administered by the Minister responsible for environmental affairs. The Act sets out the functions of the Minister. The Act also established a Biosafety Fund for the safe management of biotechnological activities. No person shall engage in activities covered by this Act without a GMO licence or other licence issued by the Minister under this Act. The Act also provides rules relative to labelling and packaging of GMO's or products containing GMO's and provides rules for advertisement.
Малави · 2002-01-01