BRICS+ Series: Cannabis in South Africa: Policy Reversals and R28 Billion Economic Opportunity

By Banthati Sekwala | Published 1h ago

South Africa's cannabis industry has the potential to generate substantial revenue and jobs, but faces regulatory uncertainty. Despite a 2018 court ruling legalising private use and cultivation, recent policy changes highlight the challenges of balancing economic opportunity with public health concerns. South Africa's experience offers valuable lessons for other countries considering cannabis legalisation.