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Cannabis — ProhibitedAfrica

Eritrea

Medical cannabis is prohibited in Eritrea. Severe criminal penalties may apply for possession, use, or trafficking.

Eritrea strictly prohibits all cannabis use, possession, and cultivation under its national narcotics legislation. The authoritarian government enforces drug laws harshly, with lengthy prison sentences and limited judicial oversight for drug-related offenses.

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Regulator
Ministry of Health / Eritrean Police Force
Key Legislation
Proclamation on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Control
Year Legalized
N/A
Program Size
N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

  • All forms of cannabis cultivation, possession, sale, and consumption are illegal under Eritrean law
  • Penalties for drug offenses include imprisonment of up to 15 years and substantial fines
  • Eritrea's closed political system means there is no public debate or advocacy for cannabis reform
  • The country has no medical cannabis program and no known legislative proposals to create one
  • Cannabis (locally called 'hashish') is occasionally cultivated illicitly in rural areas despite strict prohibition

Key Legislation

Proclamation on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Control (2015)

Regulatory Body

Ministry of Health / Eritrean Police Force

Country Info
ISO Code
ER
Region
Africa
Tier
Tier 4 — Prohibited
Status
Cannabis — Prohibited
Sources
Eritrea Ministry of Health
Disclaimer: This information is for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Cannabis regulations change frequently. Always verify with official sources and local legal counsel before making compliance decisions.