North West ready to implement Cannabis Master Plan

NORTH WEST – The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that the Cannabis Master Plan finds space in agriculture transformation in the province. The department made the commitment during a recent hybrid Cannabis Lekgotla hosted by the provincial Agriculture and Rural Development, in collaboration with the North West University.

The Cannabis Legotla, attended by various cannabis advocacy groups, including the Cannabis Council of South Africa, Rastafarians formations, traditional leaders, academics, interest groups and individuals, and farmers, aimed to discuss the rollout of the National Cannabis Master Plan, and engage on the economic purpose of commercialisation and development of the herb. The Cannabis Master Plan aims to provide a broad framework for the development and growth of the South African Cannabis industry in order to contribute to economic development, job creation, inclusive participation, rural development and poverty alleviation.

Speaking at the Lekgotla, North West Agriculture and Rural Development MEC, Desbo Mohono, said every avenue to create employment and fight poverty must be pursued, allowing businesses to grow, emerge and thrive, while also using the capabilities of the State to create a conducive environment for farmers.