Side Dishes: The Cultural and Economic Battle for Kenya’s Staple Foods

Side Dishes: The Cultural and Economic Battle for Kenya’s Staple Foods

Across Kenya, the concept of a meal is deeply tied to the presence of staple foods—those central ingredients like maize, rice, or cassava that anchor every plate. Yet, beneath the surface of this culinary tradition lies a growing threat to the very foundation of Kenya’s food systems: seed and livestock colonialism. This dual menace not only endangers food security but also undermines the cultural and economic fabric that sustains millions of Ken…