Kenya court to rule on Rastafarians' cannabis petition
Summary
Kenya's High Court will make a decision on July 15 about a request from Rastafarians to legalize cannabis. Rastafarians say using cannabis is an important part of their religion, but this clashes with Kenya's strict laws against drugs.Key Facts
- The court ruling will take place on July 15.
- Rastafarians are a religious group officially recognized in Kenya.
- They want cannabis legalized because it is part of their religious practice.
- Kenya currently has strict laws banning cannabis as a narcotic drug.
- The case involves balancing freedom of religion with anti-drug laws.
- The decision could set an important legal precedent in Kenya.
- This issue highlights tensions between religious rights and drug control policies.
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