Kenyan court dismisses Rastafarians' bid to legalise cannabis
Summary
Kenya’s High Court rejected a request from the Rastafarian community to allow cannabis use in their religious practices. The court said the group did not prove that drug laws violated their constitutional rights, but noted that Kenya should have a wider discussion about cannabis laws.Key Facts
- The Rastafarian community in Kenya wanted cannabis use legalized for religious reasons.
- They argued that banning cannabis broke their right to freedom of religion.
- The High Court ruled against the Rastafarians’ petition.
- Judge Bahati Mwamuye said the community did not prove the law violated their rights.
- The judge suggested Kenya needs a national debate on cannabis legalization.
- Supporters say legal cannabis could create jobs and increase tax revenue.
- Cannabis is also discussed for its potential medical and industrial uses.
- The court’s decision focuses on current laws while leaving room for future discussions.
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