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For several days now, Kenyans have been engaging in banter following a report of cheap DNA testing kits that could soon find their way into the market. Even though the earlier quoted price of Sh800 that had excited Kenyans has been disputed, the talk has proved that a lot is going through the minds of many.
Former nominated Senator Millicent Omanga for instance was among prominent figures who tweeted that the kits were now available at an affordable cost. As the debate rages on, City Bishop Samuel Njirriri has cautioned that if the kits will one day turn into reality, many innocent families could be broken.
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