Biosafety Act, 2011 (No. 831). Country/Territory Ghana Document type Legislation Date 2011 Source FAO, FAOLEX Long titleAn Act to regulate biotechnology and to provide for related matters. Subject Livestock, Environment gen., Cultivated plants, Wild species & ecosystems Keyword GMO Biosafety Biosecurity EIA Institution Dispute settlement Inspection Offences/penalties Basic legislation Biotechnology Plant production Plant protection Biodiversity Liability/compensation Geographical area Africa, North Atlantic, Western Africa Abstract This Act provides rules relative to the transfer, handling and use of genetically modified organisms resulting from biotechnology for purposes of protection public health and the environment. It establishes the National Biosafety Authority and defines its functions and powers. It also establishes an Appeals Tribunal and provides with respect to inspections. Full text English