The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has announced plans to introduce a licensing system for the cultivation of cannabis for medicinal and industrial use in Ghana.
This follows Parliament’s approval of rules that allow the controlled growing, processing, and use of cannabis with no more than 0.3% THC — the substance responsible for the drug’s psychoactive effects.
NACOC says licenses will only be issued to qualified companies that meet strict conditions, including strong security measures, product tracking systems, quality standards, and full compliance with the law.
The Commission has also warned interested applicants to deal directly with its Cannabis Regulations Department and avoid middlemen or individuals claiming they can secure licenses.
Francis Opoku Amoah, Acting Director of Public Affairs and International Relations at NACOC, stressed that recreational use of cannabis is still illegal in Ghana.
He added that the Commission will collaborate with key institutions such as the Ministry of the Interior, the Ghana Standards Authority, and the Food and Drugs Authority to ensure proper monitoring and enforcement.
According to NACOC, the new licensing regime is intended to protect public health while encouraging lawful investment and supporting growth in Ghana’s emerging cannabis industry.
Source: Wesleyannews.com
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