JurisdictionsTopicsUpdatesWorkflowsCompareChat with ExpertMarketplacePricing
🇬🇦
Cannabis — ProhibitedAfrica

Gabon

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

Gabon prohibits cannabis under its national drug control legislation, classifying it as a narcotic substance. While enforcement exists, cannabis use is relatively common, particularly among younger populations, and the country has not pursued any reform measures.

Ask the Expert about Gabon
Regulator
Ministry of Health / Gabonese National Police
Key Legislation
Law No. 2/95 on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances
Year Legalized
N/A
Program Size
N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

  • Cannabis possession, cultivation, and sale are criminal offenses under Gabonese law with penalties including imprisonment
  • Cannabis is the most commonly used illicit drug in Gabon, particularly among urban youth populations
  • Gabon is both a consumer and transit country for cannabis in the Central African region
  • The country's traditional Bwiti religion uses iboga (not cannabis) as a sacrament, but cannabis has no recognized traditional legal status
  • There are no known legislative proposals or public campaigns for cannabis decriminalization or legalization in Gabon

Key Legislation

Law No. 2/95 on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (1995)

Regulatory Body

Ministry of Health / Gabonese National Police

Country Info
ISO Code
GA
Region
Africa
Tier
Tier 4 — Prohibited
Status
Cannabis — Prohibited
Sources
Government of Gabon
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.