Legal status of marijuana in Zambia

Legal status of marijuana in Zambia
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Find out about the legal status of medical and recreational marijuana in Zambia. Is marijuana illegal? Better safe than sorry!

MEDICAL MARIJUANA IN ZAMBIA

The production, sale and possession of any form of medicinal marijuana products are illegal in Zambia.

RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA IN ZAMBIA

The cultivation, sale, and possession of cannabis for recreational purposes are illegal in Zambia.

The cultivation, sale, and possession of cannabis are illegal in Zambia and will lead to serious punishment.

In 2017 a new law has been made allowing the cultivation of cannabis for medical purposes for persons with a lawful authority from the government. But until this moment, the precise status of legality of medical marijuana is still uncertain.

Luke Sholl
Luke Sholl

Fascinated by the wellness potential of nature, Luke has spent over a decade writing about cannabis and its vast selection of cannabinoids. Creating, researching and writing content for Cannaconnection, alongside several other industry-related publications, he uses strong technical SEO skills and diligent research to bring evidence-based material to thousands of unique visitors.

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