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A Blow to Cannabis Freedom' | Health Department's sudden edibles ban angers activists

In an unexpected move that has shocked South Africa's cannabis industry, the Department of Health has imposed a comprehensive ban on cannabis and hemp-derived food products. The decision has sparked fierce opposition from long-time decriminalisation activists, who view it as a major setback for the industry's growth and economic potential.

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Xolile Mtembu|Published