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Kenya Budget Policy Statement (BPS) 2020 Review: What the BPS means for Food and Nutrition Security FY2020/2021

2020
The policy statement offers an analysis of the government's proposed budget priorities and their implications for food and nutrition security. The review focuses on how the BPS allocates resources to critical sectors such as agriculture, health, and social protection, which are essential to improving food availability, accessibility, and quality across the country. The document evaluates whether the government's fiscal strategy is sufficient to address ongoing food insecurity challenges, especially in the context of climate change, economic disparities, and population growth.  
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Pesticides in Kenya : Why our health, environment and food security are at stake

2019
The paper discusses potential impacts on environment and human health and the shortcomings in international and national legislation, which enable the current use of restricted pesticides in Kenya. To conclude, different solutions are suggested to introduce the first steps towards a better pesticide management approach and towards a more sustainable and regenerative agriculture.
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Public Petition regarding withdrawal of harmful chemical pesticides in the Kenya's Market

2019
The petition raises concerns about the widespread use of toxic pesticides in the country and calls for immediate government intervention to ban or regulate their usage. The petition, driven by health and environmental advocacy groups, highlights the adverse effects of these pesticides on human health, biodiversity, and food safety. It underscores the link between harmful pesticides and rising cases of chronic illnesses, including cancer, and environmental degradation, which affects soil health, water sources, and the broader ecosystem.  
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Kenya Post Budget Review: What the Budget means for Food and Nutrition Security FY2019/2020

2019
This report provides an analysis of the government’s fiscal decisions and their implications for food and nutrition security. The review evaluates the effectiveness of budget allocations across sectors that impact food systems, including agriculture, water, social protection, and health. It critically examines whether the financial resources allocated are sufficient to address Kenya’s ongoing food security challenges, particularly in vulnerable communities, and whether they support the country’s long-term development goals.  
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Kenya Budget Policy Statement 2019: Review and Proposals to Enhance Food and Nutrition Security

2019
The report examines the government's budget priorities in the context of food and nutrition security. The document reviews the proposed budget allocations, policies, and strategies aimed at improving the availability, accessibility, and affordability of food for all Kenyans. It focuses on critical sectors such as agriculture, social protection, and nutrition programs, assessing whether the proposed financial commitments align with the country's goals to achieve sustainable food systems and meet its constitutional obligation to ensure the right to food.  
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Kenya Finance Bill 2018 - Impact on FNS-Route to Food Initiative Oct 2018

2018
The report by the Route to Food Initiative, released in October 2018, provides an analysis of the potential effects of the Finance Bill on food security in Kenya. The report focuses on how the taxation measures, revenue generation strategies, and economic policies outlined in the Finance Bill would influence food prices, agricultural productivity, and the affordability of basic commodities. It emphasizes the bill's implications for smallholder farmers and low-income households, who are disproportionately affected by changes in taxation, especially on essential items like fuel, agricultural inputs, and food products.  
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Kenya Budget Analysis - Food and Nutrition Security (FY2018/2019)

2018
The analysis focuses on the allocation of resources dedicated to enhancing food and nutrition security in Kenya. The analysis examines how the government budget addresses the pillars of food availability, accessibility, and nutrition, particularly in the context of Kenya's development goals and the right to food. It reviews key sectors such as agriculture, water management, and social protection programs that directly affect food production and distribution
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Kenya National Budget: Analysis of 2017/2018 and 2018/2019 Budget from a Right to Food Perspective

2018
This report provides an in-depth evaluation of Kenya’s national budget allocations in relation to the country’s obligations to ensure the right to food. It focuses on how budgetary decisions impact food security, agricultural development, and nutrition-related programs, highlighting the government’s efforts and gaps in fulfilling its constitutional duty to provide adequate food for all. The analysis emphasizes the alignment (or lack thereof) of budget priorities with the needs of marginalized communities, smallholder farmers, and food sustainability initiatives.
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