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Cannabis — ProhibitedAfrica

Madagascar

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

Madagascar prohibits cannabis under Ordinance No. 60-073 of 1960, inherited from the French colonial legal framework, and subsequent drug control legislation. Cannabis (known locally as rongony) is widely cultivated throughout the island despite its illegality, particularly in the northern and eastern regions. There is no medical cannabis framework, and the government maintains an official prohibition stance.

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Regulator
Ministry of Public Security — Brigade des Stupefiants
Key Legislation
Ordinance No. 60-073 of 1960 on Narcotic Substances
Year Legalized
N/A
Program Size
N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

  • Cannabis is prohibited under Ordinance No. 60-073 of 1960, which criminalizes cultivation, possession, sale, and consumption of narcotic substances
  • Despite prohibition, cannabis (rongony) is widely cultivated across Madagascar, especially in the northern DIANA and SAVA regions
  • Penalties for cannabis offenses include imprisonment of 2 to 10 years and fines, with harsher sentences for trafficking and organized distribution
  • The Brigade des Stupefiants under the Ministry of Public Security leads enforcement operations, including periodic crop destruction campaigns
  • Madagascar has no medical cannabis program and no legislative proposals for reform, though traditional use of cannabis in rural areas remains widespread

Key Legislation

Ordinance No. 60-073 of 1960 on Narcotic Substances (as amended)

Regulatory Body

Ministry of Public Security — Brigade des Stupefiants (Narcotics Brigade)

Country Info
ISO Code
MG
Region
Africa
Tier
Tier 4 — Prohibited
Status
Cannabis — Prohibited
Sources
Madagascar Ministry of Public Security
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.