In a historic policy shift, Uganda’s Parliament has enacted the Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances Control Bill 2023, which allows for the cultivation and use of marijuana for medical purposes. This significant legislation comes in response to a prior ruling by the Constitutional Court, which annulled a previous law due to procedural issues. With 94 clauses, the new bill emphasizes strict regulation of cannabis cultivation, reserving it solely for medical purposes. Centralized licensing under the Ministry of Health and stringent penalties for violations aim to ensure responsible management of this emerging sector. As Uganda joins a growing number of nations embracing medicinal cannabis, the implications for the agricultural landscape are profound.
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Post Date: November 5, 2024
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