Nearly 80% of Vegetables in Kenya Contain Pesticide Residues, Study Finds
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Nearly 80% of Vegetables in Kenya Contain Pesticide Residues, Study Finds

A new food safety study has found pesticide residues in 78% of vegetables sampled from Kenyan markets, with nearly one-third exceeding European Union safety limits. Researchers say simple household practices such as soaking vegetables in salty water, washing thoroughly and cooking can reduce pesticide residues by an average of 72%, while calling for stronger regulation and enforcement across the food system.
Rising Lakes Put Kenya on Alert as El Niño Threat Grows
Posted inEl Niño Watch

Rising Lakes Put Kenya on Alert as El Niño Threat Grows

Kenyan scientists are warning communities around Lake Victoria and the Rift Valley lakes to prepare for possible flooding as a strengthening El Niño and a potential positive Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) threaten above-normal rainfall later this year. With lake levels already elevated after years of heavy rains, experts say early action could help protect lives, infrastructure and livelihoods.