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Cannabis — ProhibitedAfrica

Guinea

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

Guinea prohibits cannabis under its national penal code and drug control legislation, classifying it as a narcotic substance. Despite prohibition, cannabis is widely cultivated in the country's interior regions and remains the most commonly consumed illicit drug.

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Regulator
Office Central Anti-Drogue
Key Legislation
Law L/98/036 on Narcotic Drugs
Year Legalized
N/A
Program Size
N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

  • Cannabis possession, cultivation, and sale are criminal offenses punishable by imprisonment under Guinean drug law
  • Guinea is a significant cannabis-producing country in West Africa, with extensive cultivation in the Fouta Djallon highlands
  • The Office Central Anti-Drogue (OCAD) coordinates national drug enforcement efforts including cannabis eradication campaigns
  • Cannabis is the most widely consumed illicit substance in Guinea, particularly among youth in urban areas
  • There are no known legislative proposals for cannabis reform, and the government maintains a firm prohibitionist stance

Key Legislation

Law L/98/036 on Narcotic Drugs (1998)

Regulatory Body

Office Central Anti-Drogue (OCAD) / Ministry of Health

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