SAHPRA Refining Cannabis Regulations in Light of Evolving Landscape
SAHPRA says its refining its regulatory framework as the South African cannabis landscape evolves. That’s according to its 2025/26 Performance Plan (undated) in which it wants to improve its systems and technology, address patient access issues and regulate product standardization..
Agriculture Dept Hosts Zambia’s ‘Buffalo Soldiers’ for Cannabis Knowledge Exchange
It’s been six years since Zambia legalized cannabis for export but the country has struggled to get the sector off the ground. It’s now handed the matter over to the army and senior officers were recently in South Africa on a cannabis reconnaissance mission.
Morocco Eyes Australian Medical Cannabis Market With First Legal Shipment Down Under
Morocco has taken a step up in cannabis exports having dispatched its first commercial consignment of medicinal cannabis to Australia. The shipment this month of a 50kg batch of the local Baldiya cannabis variety followed a successful quality control sample sent in June this year.
Scrap the National Cannabis Master Plan: Reality Has Made it Redundant
Four years on, the National Cannabis Master Plan remains dead in the water and no sight of success in getting an integrated cannabis economy off the ground. It should be scrapped and replaced by a consumer-driven health and safety framework that allows commercial trade.
Malawi Gold brand to be Unveiled at Blantyre Trade Fair This Weekend
Malawi’s Cannabis Regulatory Authority is showcasing the country’s cannabis industry at this weekend’s Trade Fair in Blantyre. It’s invited stakeholders to its exhibition at the fair which will unveil the CBD version of Malawi Gold.
Dr Shiksha Gallow: Taking SA Cannabis Research to the World Stage
South Africa’s ‘medical cannabis ambassador’, Dr. Shiksha Gallow, is on fire — and the world is taking notice. From Puerto Rico to Costa Rica, Australia to Italy, this East London trailblazer is rewriting the narrative of cannabis in medicine and putting Mzansi’s research firmly on the global stage.
Charl Botha: Cannabis Could Help Reverse the Rising Tide of National Madness
Charl Botha of H3 Legal Solutions argues that South Africa is facing a growing mental health crisis that is putting strain on the system. He says cannabis is a plant that been used for centuries for its therapeutic benefits its use should be integrated into the country’s framework for dealing with psychological disorders.
Mike Tyson Hits South Africa…Well, His Fake Products Are on Grey Zone Shelves
Heavyweight Boxing legend Mike Tyson has created a US$50 million cannabis empire that has made a huge impact on the US industry. Now his product is appearing on the shelves of South Africa’s cannabis retail ‘Grey Zone’. Obviously it’s a rip off, but it’s reportedly selling like hot-cakes.
Africa’s Cannabis Hopes Remain Stuck in the Shadows of Stigma
Cannabis on the African continent is generally viewed as dangerous. This has made it all the more difficult for those countries that have embarked on cannabis reform as there is deep anti-cannabis sentiment amongst both officialdom and the citizenry. Cannabiz Africa’s Africa Editor, John Makoni reflects how this stigmatization has not helped the marginalized and rural poor who should be the main beneficiaries of legalization.
Oh Dear, It’s Not True! Virgin Atlantic is Not Offering THC Drinks on Select Flights
Virgin Atlantic has denied claims it’s providing THC-infused sodas to passengers on select US flights after cannabis beverage company Drippy put out a promotional campaign claiming it had partnered with the airline.