South Africa’s growing cannabis industry and government’s active investment in production highlight the economic value it holds for the country. This has necessitated the introduction of legislation and a regulatory framework to ensure that the production and use of cannabis for private purposes are properly regulated. Nicolette van Vuuren and Jamie Jacobs, partner and associate, respectively, at Webber Wentzel, write.
On 28 May 2024, President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Cannabis for Private Purposes Act (No 7 of 2024) into law. The Act will create inroads for establishing a framework within which, once it is implemented, cannabis use for private purposes may be regulated.
Furthermore, this enactment is significant as it may result in more individuals cultivating cannabis for private use, within the confines of its provisions. Certain of these individuals may be employees who may perform their work while under the influence of cannabis.
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