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Lesotho

Lesotho became the first African country to grant a license for medical cannabis cultivation in 2017. The Ministry of Health issues operator licenses, and the country has attracted international investment for EU-GMP certified export-focused cultivation facilities.

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Regulator
Ministry of Health
Key Legislation
Drugs of Abuse Act
Year Legalized
2017 (first license issued)
Program Size
Export-focused cultivation; no domest...

Key Facts

  • First African nation to grant a medical cannabis cultivation license
  • Licenses are issued by the Ministry of Health for cultivation, production, and export
  • International companies (MG Health, Medigrow) operate large-scale cultivation facilities
  • Lesotho’s high altitude and climate are ideal for outdoor cannabis cultivation
  • Domestic consumption of cannabis remains illegal

Key Legislation

Drugs of Abuse Act (Amendment) 2008; Cannabis licensing via Ministry of Health

Regulatory Body

Ministry of Health

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Country Info
ISO Code
LS
Region
Africa
Tier
Tier 2 — Emerging
Status
Emerging Program
Sources
Lesotho Government Portal
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.