How to legally get a cannabis, medical marijuana or hemp license in South Africa and other important information for those entering the green revolution. The booming interest in legal and not so legal cannabis products has created a local rush of both producers and consumers seeking licenses.
Following the Constitutional Court ruling in 2018 that cannabis be decriminalized in South Africa, have come many calls for government to create a system that can legally permit and regulate what is currently a very grey area. There however seems to be a bit of a bump in the road. The vast multitude of cannabis’ uses means that there are potentially hundreds, if not thousands, of products that would need to comply with a very long list of rules. Existing regulatory practices and policies now pose an administrative conundrum.
Cannabis licenses in South Africa are therefore slowly becoming a reality. But these are difficult to obtain. Here are the current options.
How to get a Cannabis License?
Getting an official Cannabis License is currently not easy. You will need millions of rand in the bank and few more million worth of grow facility. Acronyms like GMP, GAP, OTA and SOP are very relevant. These licenses are mostly for research, but some of the products may well already be finding their way to local and foreign markets. There are many organizations that offer assistance in this process. Be prepared for heavy paperwork and costs for what could only be a research permit. That may not allow you to practically sell or process your cannabis. Here’s the different cannabis, medical marijuana, traditional, personal, private club and hemp options.
Personal Cannabis License
You do not need a license to grow and use your own Cannabis as it was decriminalized for private adult use in 2018. Any form of trade in the plant however remains strictly illegal according to a proposed new Cannabis bill. The bill recommends that “possession of up to 600g of dried cannabis per person, or a maximum of 1200g per household with two or more adults living in it. Public possession is pegged at a maximum of 60g of dried cannabis, but public consumption remains illegal.”
Police have been known to still continue arresting people for even small amounts of private growing or possession. There is still some risk involved, although an increasing amount of these cases are being fortunately be dismissed by the courts.
CBD License
CBD products generally do not need a license to sell. So long as the daily dosage is 20mg or less of CBD, then just about anything goes. From infused drinks and alcoholic beverages, to desserts and dog biscuits. The importing of CBD can be very difficult as SARS is not really geared towards letting these products into the country yet.
While local trade in CBD products are booming, it is important that you understand and double check what you are buying and selling. Have your products independently so that neither you nor your customers get scammed.
Medical Cannabis License
How to get a medical cannabis license in South Africa is practically impossible. A handful certainly exist and more are being issued. The process only currently caters for rare cases that can rely on the one dimensional aspect of isolate and synthetic cannabis pharmaceuticals. Many genuine medical users therefore have neither the time nor the motivation to deal with the bureaucracy. This is before even considering the significant personal and financial costs involved. The president had announced that Medical Cannabis will be officially legalized. But that was a long time ago with no word since.
Those who would like to grow and supply “medical cannabis” need to ask themselves one question. Do I have the means and years to invest in producing legal pharmaceutical substabces? Because that’s what it will take to even begin. This is well before you are able to produce something that can compete with existing over the counter pharmaceuticals.
Licenses tend to be very prohibitive in terms of being sold locally and may therefore need a reputable international buyer. If you are going to trade locally in products produced under your supplier’s license or permit, it is essential that you validate these documents and that they allow the sale of said products. As many only allow research purposes.
You can contact the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority to find out more.
READ THE SAHPRA CANNABIS GUIDE
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Hemp License
The president announced that hemp would be legalized. While the Hemp License regulations are yet to be announced by the respective government ministers. It is uncertain what these will be or if they will be that different from those for either Medical Cannabis or Hemp Research licenses. You can in the meantime obtain a hemp research permit from the Departments of Health or Agriculture under the Medicines Control Council.
Cannabis Club License
Industrious companies and non-profits are using a loophole to trade by self-regulating. Private Cannabis Clubs and Grows are establishing as formal businesses and voluntarily pay all applicable taxes, etc. Private clubs and franchises are targeted towards recreational and medical’ish users. With many having coffee shop and restaurant vibes, while some are strictly online. Typical products include a selection of herb, concentrates and edibles.
These businesses do however carry some risk, as local police or neighbors may target indiscreet Cannabis Clubs. A few clubs have been bust and made local headlines. These clubs are now beginning to fight their cases in the Cape Town high court and hopefully help define this grey area.
Fields of Green for ALL offers assistance with how to Start your own Private Cannabis Club.
Traditional Cannabis License
Various traditional healer and cultural associations have frequently taken to the streets and courts. Seeking inclusion in the current informal and pending formal cannabis markets. Traditional and informal growers potentially have the most to lose, as a legal system may have too many barriers to entry. The traditional market therefore remains informal
A sudden burst of online traditional healers and physical retail franchises are an interesting development. Leading to some prominent arrests and court cases.
Police raided a prominent “traditional healer” franchise.
Is a cannabis license worth the effort?
A license is certainly a requirement for those who wish to enter a formal and legal cannabis market ASAP. Significant administration and capital costs however currently inhibit the local economic potential of this versatile plant. Many investors and land owners are therefore waiting a little longer for the processes to become optimized and hopefully less restrictive.
Legal cannabis seeds in South Africa
Whether you are a personal or commercial grower, you will need high quality genetics to get you growing. Commercial growers in particular will need to meet their client’s needs and provide proof of the strain genetics. We strongly recommend that your consider local seed retailers and wholesalers. Here’s our seed buying guide.
Now that you know how to get either a Cannabis License, Hemp Licence, Personal Cannabis Licence or Traditional Cannabis License. You can Learn how to legally grow cannabis in South Africa here.
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Been trying to contact SAHPRA but they are slow 🐌 and I can’t get ahold of the office in pretoria, does anyone one a contract from SAHPRA that can help.
Much appreciated
Hi
I would like to get a license which will allow me to sell in stores
There is no license to sell.
The stores you are seeing are currently illegal. People are just doing it.
Hi, does it mean i can only sell outside South Africa
Is is illegal to sell or trade cannabis in South Africa.
The facilities with licenses are selling and exporting medical quality to countries where it is legal to do so.
Are there any regulations/requirements or licenses necessary to sell cannabis accessories (bongs, rolling trays, rolling paper and the like …) for online sales in South Africa ? Thanks
There are no licenses to sell accessories such as bongs and papers. You just need to respect the law and not sell to under 18s.
Hi guys I just wanted to know if is it late for me to start germinating my Indica seeds
I grow as a hobby but don’t use myself. I couriered some of my stock to friends and family that do smoke and it has now been confiscated by the courier company. I’m not selling as I know it is illegal and this is for their recreational use only.
High Monique. Courier companies do have the right to open packages and refuse deliveries for cannabis.
Even though there was no money exchanged for the herb it is still considered illegal to give it to another person. Police may consider it trading. Here’s a good article about sending weed by courier.
https://thehighco.co.za/courier-cannabis-in-south-africa/
Hi everyone. As I wish to grow medicinal marijuana such as Skywalker and so and sell it to companies that will use it. How do I need to get the license to do so?
Please read the article or watch the video.
Hi
I want to open a CBD company is it possible to have the company registered and having a website?
The sale of products that contain less than 20mg daily dose CBD and make and no medical claims can be legally sold without a license.
Many companies that sell CBD products are registered business and have websites.
Hi how do I obtain a license to sell edibles in my bakery
Hi Avi. It is illegal to sell products containing THC. Please read the bit in the article about cannabis clubs, as they are attempting to privately sell THC products.
Edibles that contain less than 20mg daily dose of CBD are legal.
Hello, do you know the legalities around transporting weed in a vehicle? Is a license required?
You do not need a license to privately possess or privately travel with a reasonable amount of weed.
Cops may still be difficult though as many remain uniformed bout the current laws.
Amounts of weed that are clearly for dealing are likely to lead to arrest.
Can I sell weed infused food in South Africa?
It is illegal to sell any products that contain THC.
Hi is there someone that is selling CBD flowers in bulk as i want to make my own oils from the plants thanks.
You can try Magic Dragon for CBD herb.
i just wanna find out about application of industrial hemp licence in South Africa (tell me the process and how long will it take to get it if i have got all the requirements and how much will it cost taking the consideration if i am from economical disadvantage background.
Please read the article and watch the video.
Growing hemp is easy, what are you going to do with it though. Takes a lot of effort to process the stuff.
I need a license off the Harb just to sell not to plant whatmust I do
Hi, there aren’t licenses to legally sell herb in SA.
The licenses are for local research, production and export sales.
There isn’t a local legal market for THC products or licenses to sell locally.
Hi William, trying to find info regarding a 430 restaurant. No selling of product involved but smokers allowed to light up their own personal stash. Ill only be selling food and drink
High Heidi. It is legal to have a private 420 friendly venue. Selling THC products would be dodgy, but allowing customers to smoke their own is fine.
Hi
Can I get any financial support from gov,to get the licence to grow cannabis, and to get supplies in the countries on medical purpose.
I unfortunately haven’t heard of any financial support from government for the cannabis industry. Medical cannabis is one of the most complicated and restrictive aspects. You can contact SAHPRA for more info.
If I wanted to open a “Smoking club” where I offer the herb and sell edibles, what is the process to follow? I’m really interested in this. Please send me relevant literature to read
High Vuyi. It is illegal to sell any THC products. Cannabis clubs are trying to operate in a grey area and therefore do carry some risk. You can contact Fields of Green for All for more cannabis club info.
Hi i would like to get a license to plant Canabis and i want to know the procedure right now i have been studying a one year courese HORTICULTURE and now i want to start my own business
Hi. The above article and video explain who to contact for what type of licenses.
Well it’s quite apparent that it’s almost impossible to acquire these licenses due to costs…i’m interested in making cannibus oils and selling them,what are the requirements to do such?
Making cannabis oil is legal to do, but selling it remains illegal.
Many people are forming private cannabis clubs as a means to privately sell cannabis products.
Hi My n da r I Tshenolo I’m a musician and I am planning on hosting a 420 event I my area and of course, make money off products sod at the event, Id l love have someone wlto come by and educate the attendees about legal cannibis use and the industry and it many opportunities, also want to look know how legal this would be
Best regards
T-FRVR
Hi Tshenolo, you would do better reaching out to people/speakers directly rather than hope for them to find you.
Hi I would love to have a few personal questions answered regarding facilities required
Hi Heinrich. I prefer to answer queries here as it gives everyone access to the same info rather than repeating myself.
Please post any queries that you have and I will do my best to assist.
I would like to know the place where to apply for the license
Hi
Can I grow cannabis in my privately owned land in the suburb in Durban for commercial purposes.
I have heard where to get licence from, what I would like to know is, will I be allowed to cultivate in suburban.
Regards
It is legal to grow for private adult use on private land. Neighbors or local police may however still be difficult to deal with. So try not to draw attention.
Where can you get license from if i may ask
Please read the article and follow the links.
Where to buy
Please read the article
Greetings, kindly send me the link for application for Cannabis licencing.
High Excellent. The links are in the article.
There are different license and non license scenarios.
You mentioned knowing where to get the license. Do you mind sharing where, the cost and the process please? Some of us have been searching for the info to no avail.
Hi Jo. The article covers the different license and non-license situations. It also has links to the various organizations or departments in respect of what direction you intend to go in.
The costs are not just that of a “license”, but also the requirements of meeting the standard of said license. Financial, Security, GAP, GMP, ERP, Offtake Agreement, Health and Safety, etc, etc, etc
Hi there
If I would like to open a shop to sell and specialize in cbd products what would be the route to take?any specific licences needed?is there perhaps a list of legal or licensed suppliers that I could buy product from? What would your advise be?
Thanks
Andre
High Andre. Please read the article or watch the video for CBD info. The sale of products that contain a daily dose of up to 20mg CBD is legal.
Am happy to schedule a paid consultation for your business if you would like some one on one time.
Whoa, it’s seems like they don’t want us to acquire this hemp license, I’ve got a friend who is based in United States who wants me to send him weed via mail for personal consumption. Please kindly assist how I can make this happen. My personal email – /contact number –
Can u keep me upto date regarding licenses and how to sell cbd for medical purposes as I have a certified license with the Medical board of Cannabis in England and also did some studies on how to treat people with various ailments
Hi. The above article and video explain the current status of CBD and licenses in SA.
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I have been bopping my head against a wall trying to figure out the do’s and the don’ts of growing and seling weed for mainly medical purposes… then after just about going mad I finally got it… you take w seed, plant it, take good care of it, till it buds and find any local stoner circle and MAGIC! No ifs ands or buts… It really is not rocket sience and the kicker… police officers are my best client’s !!!
It should be this simple.
May I have contact number for the person who can assist in getting a license pls
Hi Allison. The article explains the different types of license and has links on who to contact.
Good morning.
Would you kindly steer me in the correct direction. We would lile to apply for a commercial growers licence on a farm in Limpopo. Who can we contact to apply for the correct licence?
Hi Thane. The article explains the different types of license and has links on who to contact.
How to apply? And where.
Hi Magaba. The links to the various departments are in the article.
How menny plants can i crow in my backyard
There is no amount legally defined yet. The ConCourt ruling says that you may grow for personal adult use. It is still kind of up to the cops to show their discretion. Townhouses also have complicated rules that mean you may not be able to grow in your back yard.
Where can i apply for cannibas growing silence in KwaZulu when one have land to cultivate it?
Please read the article and follow the links.
How do I get a licence to open a shop for sale of Hemp and other related hemp products.
You don’t need a license to import or sell hemp products.
You would however need a license to grow hemp for commercial purposes.
Can CBD bud sold on the markets with less than 1% thc ? Its Technically hemp no ? Thanks
I have seen a local company selling hemp buds to the public.
It’s no so much the selling, but rather the sourcing of the product that may be a grey area.
THC should be less than 0.3
Hi there can you please send me the details that we can apply for the licensed so that we can be able to grow and sell without people being on our cases
Hi Wynand. The article explains the differences and who to contact.
Recreational growing is permitted, but how does one buy seeds when there are no legal seed banks in SA. Does one need a licence to produce seeds and clones
Seeds are somewhat of a grey area. There are however many local businesses that offer imported as well as local seeds.
Here’ a good article.
https://thehighco.co.za/buy-cannabis-seeds-in-south-africa/
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Is the trade and sale of cannabis clones currently legal in South Africa?
Retail of cannabis to the public is illegal. Although some people are selling clones through private clubs.
Hi there can you please send me the details that we can apply for the licensed so that we can be able to grow and sell without people being on our cases
I need the process to register for planting of Cannabis (DAGGER)
Hi Wenzile. The article explains the essential info and who to contact for further info:)
Want to register
The article explains the different types of license and who to contact.
Where can I apply for this licence so that i can start my industry legal
What is the current status with regards to growing & selling hemp? Is a license or permit required?
Importing hemp products and selling those is legal.
Growing any form of cannabis for sale is illegal in SA.
You can apply for a hemp permit from one of the above departments in the article. It will either be a research only permit or will need a license with an international off-take agreement to sell to another country.
is there any local where I can check all Company that have grower license ?
Hi I want to sell it don’t I need licens
Cool, please read the article or watch the video for more info.
I heard government is issuing vouchers and licenses for people to grow hemp for medical use,is this true?
Some research and export permits have been issued, medical hemp/cannabis is effectively still illegal for locals.
How do i get hold of this certificate
The contact details for the various options on in the article.
If one has trademarked cannabis what is the way to go about cultivating
How do I get a license to open up a shop
I want to know that where should I start to get a license of planting weed and I want to own a farm of it I use to plant traditional back yard and organic you won’t even wish to know what comes after that
Please read the article. It explains about commercial and traditional uses. It is legal to grow personal weed, but it is illegal to grow for sale or trade.
I am very interested in investigating in a cannabis gang out
Hi. How does one get a license?..
Please read the article.
So to become a legal weed grower to sell for medical reasons because not everyone can grow weed where they stay,what do I need to have or do?like what legal procedures are there to follow.
To grow, sell or buy any medical cannabis products you will need a licence. SAHPRA is in charge of these.
Personal growers don’t require a license. Some private clubs are trying to allow users to outsource/rent the space and services to grow cannabis for them.
Which clubs are currently seeking out sourced growing facilities
You would need to identify and contact these clubs to understand their supply chain. I can’t speak for them.
We have a farm in the Southern Cape close to an existing strawberry farm. Our farm is about 50 hectares and has water. We would be keen to start such a legal operation . Maybe any interested people that will be willing to join in such a venture?
Be careful. Lot’s of scammers out there.
I want to plant and sell because they do many things .so i am looking for certificate or permit to start plainting after one year i will do a big farm so people they will get jobs
Hi Masehlako. The article explains the different types of license and has links on who to contact.
I would be interested
Where and how to apply for cannibas growing license?
Please read the article and follow the links.
Hello, thank you for the information around cannabis. I am looking at incorporating cannabis in food dishes in the future . I am a registered food business owner. Our company has only just started up a few months ago. Is that possible to obtain a license for this?
Hi. It’s legal to use crazy small amounts of CBD in foods. Although existing regulatory practices apply in terns of food products. THC is illegal to sell or trade in any form. Cannabis Clubs are trying loopholes to get around this.
Hy I want to know is it possible to get a certificate to jst sell n trade if possible how much it can cost me
It is not legal to sell or trade cannabis. Private clubs are however doing this. Details in the article.
Hi there, what are the requirements to start a edible shop as I already have a bakery in cape Town? Thank you
THC edibles are illegal, but private clubs are trading these products. Details in the article.
CBD edibles are legal but have strict dosage, health and food regulatory practices.
Hello
I am from KZN and would like cannibas commercial farming how can i obtain a license what is the procedure
Hi. The article has links for the respective licenses and who to contact.
Hi there. Since the actual cannabis plant is no longer a scheduled substance, would it not be legal to grow THC-free hemp for industrial applications? The raw product would contain less than 0,2% THC. What are your thoughts?
Hi. Cannabis is still a strictly scheduled plant in SA. Even hemp falls under this scheduling. There are low THC/hemp research permits available from the Department of Agriculture. Although these are very difficult to obtain and you are unlikely to be allowed to sell any of it.
I also want to start my hemp farm in WINBURG freestate can I?
Hi, I was wonder what are the requirements to become a seed retailer? Is there a specific license required?
Are there any legal dispenceries that don’t only dispense Oils but actual bud as well? I ask as I came across 1 online… Local… But what’s making me ask all these questions is reading your info above as well as info on another grow hydro site I read that CBd exzemption lasped in May…. Further more that most companies with in the industry including seed retailers operate in a grey area and no have license to do so with exception of a few pharmaceutical companies..
Im determined to find the right info rather than misleading.
Any help is Much appreciated
Bless up.. Stay safe
Hi Warwick. Yip, the CBD exemption expired earlier this month. Here’s our article about whether CBD is illegal again
https://thehighco.co.za/is-cbd-illegal-again/
The businesses selling bud and THC products see themselves as private clubs that are trading under the decriminalization/privacy ruling. Although this is still a very grey area. Spoke to one of the con court ruling attorneys last night about seeds and he reckons that the judges made an oversight by not including seed selling in the ruling. Here’s our article about whether cannabis seeds are legal.
https://thehighco.co.za/are-cannabis-seeds-legal-in-south-africa/
It’s still a bit confusing as I’ve also heard that SAHPRA is no longer handling grow applications and wants the department of agriculture to handle all of them.
I’m also looking forward to get the precious certificate of marujwana
I would like to apply
Hi I am interested in a license to grow cannabis. How do I obtain a application form for this license.
I reside in Newcastle KZN.
Links are in the article for the different types with links.
Hi there, i am looking to start growing cannabis plants with the intention of later extracting and selling the cannabis oil so may you please assist me in giving me a few pointers in doing so like which license i will need and how may i go about getting one, also which product is legal to grow and sell commercially (as i have seen a lot of info of how THC products are illegal and CBD products are legal to sell yet i do not know strains produces which) as well as which is the most demanded product from cannabis oil that i should plan to sell?
Thanks
Hi. Looks like you have a lot of questions. Please book a consultation for one on one assistance.
https://thehighco.co.za/product/cannabis-consultation/
Ja bless
HI,
I would really appreciate your assistance.
I have some land in eastern cape i been researching about hemp and would like to grow it on that land.
Please could you advise me on what i would need to apply for a license as well as cost to apply and estimated cost of setting up a facility.
Thank you.
Hi
I need help, i have about 30 hectors farm and i want to get license to grow cannabis / dagga.
Anyone who is interested can whatsup me on ********* or email me at ************
High Thomo. Plese take a look at the SAAHPRA link in the article. Large scale local legal research grows are very hemp and CBD orientated.
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Hey …
Uhm just want to know how I can grow and sell to dispensaries.
You would need to contact each dispensary to understand its buying terms and conditions.
Hi, do u know of i would require a license to use cannabis powder in the production of various edable products?
It depends on whether you are using CBD, THC or hemp seed powders. Each has different rules.
CBD has strict rules and dosages when selling. There is also a lot of confusion as it is kind of illegal again.
THC products can be produced for personal use, but not sold. There is no licence to sell THC locally. Only to export.
Hemp Seeds are imported and freely available as a food product. No license required to buy or sell hemp.
Is there a list of people/farms that hold the license already?
This is clearly strategised for the rich. The weed that we see every day is not recommended ,that means we are driven to buy seeds from these people and obviously to get a licence is expensive. How is it that in court they only negotiated the normal legalisation of weed but after the court has granted it we are bound to buy certain seeds? The government mustn’t distance itself from this. We don’t want what happened with DATA where people have been screwed for years,its only now they forcing Vodacom,MTN and the other companies to drop the prices. Price fixing is a problem in SA. This should be monitored closely and directed to uplift the poor.
You’re right to be worried. Here’s where to get seeds so long.
https://thehighco.co.za/buy-cannabis-seeds-in-south-africa/
Hi i am south african woman who disperately need a licence to join the legal cannabis industry, please assist me
Hi Gladys. The article explains who to contact for what type of situation. What part of the industry would you like to be in?
A very good point Thulani. I am however of the opinion that the growing and selling of cannibas should not be any different from all other herbs, they are all God given herbs. Why should cannibas be treated differently? I’ve never heard of a license to grow and sell mint and yet both are herbs placed on earth by God for the consumption of people. Of course the products made from cannibas can be monitored to some extent. But what was placed by nature should be free to the people to grow, use and sell freely.
what kind of license would I need to make and sell edibles?
Edibles with less than 20mg of CBD per daily dose don’t need a license. THC edibles are still illegal to trade, but many cannabis clubs are working with folk and brands who produce these products. This is based on detailed privacy agreements that they enter with suppliers and members.
I want to apply for the license to grow and sell Cannibus
High. The article explains the different situations and who to contact for assistance.
Haters will hate. But We as the cannabis community don’t care. The problem is that people aren’t looking at the bigger picture, I mean our country is not doing good at all e.g load shedding preventing optimum economic growth. Now if we were to cultivated cannabis/Hemp for medical use and renewable energy, our country would be doing better than it is now. Am I right or am I right?
I hope that this is the economic bump that SA needs. Not holding my breath though:(
Can I please get contacts of the people responsible for the forum of growers
There are links in the article.
South africa has a legal license for small business to sell Marijuana
High Litabe. Haven’t really seen any local selling licenses, although there do seem to be large scale clients in Canada. Definitely haven’t seen any licenses for selling to locals. They seem to be more research, hemp and CBD orientated.
How ?
So how can I get myself a cannabis growing license.
Please read the article. It explains the different license scenarios and applicable links.
I need some advise anyone keen ons a guide to a bonzai cabinet running on a fish tank leave a whatsapp number of a email
Hi JP. Sounds interesting, but this article is about cannabis licenses in South Africa.
You can checkout 420SA as they have a forum for growers to share and discuss.
Hello guys!
Hey guys! I am a South African working in the Medical and recreational cannabis industry in Canada.I am familiar with the cultivation,harvesting ,processing,irrigation of this plant including oil extraction.I can help set up up a grow facility using traditional methods or hydroponics.Please feel free to email me if you have a licence in south Africa or planning to get one in the near future!
Hi Justice. Thanks for your comment. Hope you find a canna job.
Ping me your details. [email protected]
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Hope this mail finds you well, may you kindly assist me with information of obtaining the cannabis growing licence in south africa.
thank you
Hi. The above article contains info and links for the various licenses.
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I would like to know about setting up for growing cannabis cost and everything including licenses .
Thando Mbotho
Hi Thando. There are many companies that now offer specialist services and advice. But don’t expect to get good advice for free. Please let us know if your would like us to refer you to some of these companies?
William thanks for the article. I do grow personally a tree or 2, more sativa than indica. Do you maybe have a link where I can learn to be a qualified buds tender?
I think to enter the cannabis industry, bud tender knowledge will be of much help?
Hi Jerry. Here’s our Cannabis jobs in South Africa article. It has lots of helpful links. There will definitely be a place for bud tenders in the local industry. Just need to be able to find these sort of job opportunities.
https://thehighco.co.za/top-5-cannabis-jobs-in-south-africa/
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Great commentary Mr Wallace and it is clear that our system is entrenched in corruption and the capitalists will continue to win. There was a workshop held by Dr Kunene and it is just a scheme to make money as the masses do not have the kind of money to invest and they are just been sent on a wild goose chase. I think it requires grit and the ability to do what one can to make it in this country its a market we will not ignore despite the challenges.
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Hi I want a licence to sell weed legally where must I go?
Please read the article for how to get a cannabis license in South Africa.
Hi William,
Kindly copy and paste you always referring to regarding acquiring a license
I want certificate of selling weed legal
Have you read the article?
I want to certificate of selling weed legal
Have you read the article?
Good day, Can anyone assist me I need to know how to get a license for grow weed?
Hi
my name is Siyabonga from KZN. I would also appreciate if someone can assist on how to obtain the license. my email [email protected]
High. Last I heard it’s R5-R10 million to set up the grow facility infrastructure to even think about applying. Good luck with that license.
Hallo.
My name is Leeto Motati and I have obtained Soil Science and Crop Production Diploma at Glen College of Agriculture, also I am a beneficiary of Motati Trust which owens 343 ha of arble land and it has two borewholes and 25 Liters of JoJo Tanks and the farm is centraly based in the Northern Free State around Lejweleputswa Municipality around Matjhabeng District.
Now my concern is, I would like assistance in how to obtain a License of producing Cannibus from the South African government especialy from the Agricultural fishery and forestry department.
My email address is [email protected]
Cell No# 071 192 9959
Kind Regards
High. Last I heard it’s R5-R10 million to set up the grow facility infrastructure to even think about applying. Good luck with that license.
Goodday very ineteresting topic marijuana what are the steps to get a licince?
High. Last I heard it’s R5-R10 million to set up the grow facility infrastructure to even think about applying. Good luck with that license.
Good day, what are the steps for me to take to get a licence to sell medical marijuana please
High. Last I heard it’s R5-R10 million to set up the grow facility infrastructure to even think about applying. Good luck with that license.
Ps. Any form of cannabis is still illegal to sell or trade in SA.
Where must one start when applying for the licence? Who issues the licence? How much does it cost?
I want to apply for license where should I go
Hello there, where can I get license for selling weed
High. Last I heard it’s R5-R10 million to set up the grow facility infrastructure to even think about applying. Good luck with that license.
High. Last I heard it’s R5-R10 million to set up the grow facility infrastructure to even think about applying. Good luck with that license.
Hi William, thank you for your consistent hard work, unfaltering conviction, your integrity and ethic is something we can all learn from. You helped open the doors for everyone…Thank you.
Really appreciate the kind words.
High. Last I heard it’s R5-R10 million to set up the grow facility infrastructure to even think about applying. Good luck with that license. Can try SAHPRA (former MCC).
Ps. Cannabis is still illegal to sell or trade in SA.
Guys its feels my heart with pain all that I have been reading. So we have to test the system on growing. I also need a license in the waiting to that I am growing nice weed.
High. Last I heard it’s R5-R10 million to set up the grow facility infrastructure to even think about applying. Good luck with that license. Can try SAHPRA (former MCC).
Ps. Cannabis is still illegal to sell or trade in SA. But legal to grow for personal use.
Cdckzn admin team Jade and Jennifer. [email protected]
Next meeting is in May.
Ask for info and membership=R125 a month.
Permit based on research permit from health department, application pack is 21 pages long, co-operative is a way anyone can start at home/private residence. Been 3 years with them, kunene has the contract to regulate cannabis in South Africa, partnered with Bobby greenhash (Sheldon) to protect the cash flow from the industry and to keep it in the country and amoungst the population. They are billionaires and wish to see there country prosper, the industry can help with alot of crises in the country and abroad. Not sure of progress of cdc in other provinces but KZN is the head branch, I have progressed quite far in my application been with them for 3 years about to receive my business letter to put up in my cultivation space to show the judicial system if there are any inquiries. Next meeting is in May around the country, takes some work to sort everything out for the business application, business plans need to be made but a very simple structure to plan required, very straight forward, just financial projections and detailed implementation plan required mainly, only available to members. Kunene and Bobby greenhash have grown this organisation and is still become what the hope it to be, permits in the beginning were focused on the larger scale but they have since last year been living up to their beliefs and ideals that anyone can start with abit of capital (R10 O00) at home. You can’t expect them to do everything for you or expect people to use their hard earned money to help everyone start out their own business, investments do not work like that, and no one in their right mind would just give someone else money to start a business, that is expecting too much. Regulation of sales and profits made from sales are Strickly inforced by the government therefore one needs to be with some kind initiative to insure they don’t get in to trouble for doing what the love and earning money for it, but if you know the cops and you paying them off I doubt a license is needed but you can’t pay off all the blue pigs.
Contact jade or Jen , 073 023 7256 they are very professional and helpful when theres alot of stress and pressure on the rest of the team they usually preform very well for you, no one is perfect and the CDC is still growing but they are starting to live up to all the promised. It took me a while to receive positive feed back on the things I wanted to get out of getting a permit and all my hopes are coming true but also been with them for a while, if you believe in something don’t give up and don’t let any sceptics, ostrisiziours, nay sayers or haters stop you from looking into something for yourselves, when IV got my own large scale facility I’ll makes sure to help you laugh in there faces, business letter comes I’ll post up another post on my progress on things,
( shame William don’t be so emotional bru) things will work out for you I’m sure. lol
And, did you get that license?
Where can we find these legal licensed grows that only took R10k to setup?
I have no expectation that CDCSA do anything for me or anyone else.
Be careful of taking blind leaps of faith. Last I heard, Thandeka jumped ship from the CDCSA once she got her license. And that she has repeatedly sold her interests and large chunks of House of Hemp to international companies.
I do believe in legalisation. That’s why I support non-profit companies that are working on this for ALL South Africans, Such as Fields of Green for All. Not just for the politically connected or monopolizers, who tell you what you want to hear and then build their castles on your broken hopes and dreams.
how to get weed license someone please help….
Interested in the license
Please read the article for how to get a cannabis license in South Africa.
so…… this site doesnt actually tell you where you can apply for a licence, can anyone help?
Please read the article and comments.
Put R10 million in your bank account and try SAHPRA.
Just would like to know as a person who lives in a rural area and have couple of hector’s to grow weed now that is legal were can get the licence
High. Last I heard it’s R5-R10 million to set up the grow facility infrastructure to even think about applying. Good luck with that license. Can try SAHPRA (former MCC).
Ps. Cannabis is still illegal to sell or trade in SA. But legal to grow for personal use.
i would like to grow cannabis but how can i have a licence
Well said mr wallace. Its just so amazing that all of the sudden we have all these companies poping up.
In the near future with the new con court rulling in your own opinion where do you think we stand on the licenced dispensary and grow op. Do you see marijuana farming picking up and the cannabis trade booming or do you see the companies with the money and power monopolize the trade to push us small okes out
I own a well infrastructure farm . Interest ed in growing cannabis. Require information to obtain license
Please read the article.
Does anyone have guidelines to obtain the license and which office can I approached.
Thanks.
Check out Hey Bud that recently bought half of the strawberry farm in Stellenbosch and now using that section to grow Cannabis
Where can I go for license to grow canibus in Johannesburg
Yes I would like to know too
[…] Those of you who have been paying very close attention over the last year would do well to ask what does this all mean for The Cannabis Development Council of South Africa due to their close affiliation with HoH. Will they still be able to make good on their promises of licenses? […]
I have been recently involved in the CDCSA stuff , and will not want to waste my time jumping for green guavas …I together with a few collegues met with some people wont mention names, and this CDCkzn group launch a public meeting for the general public in participating in the process to somehow legalize cannabis , which i honestly know its way to far fetched and there are some hidden agenda. I was told there will be some type of permit to grow or cultivate cannabis for research and development …which is a bunch of bull , as why with public people have the skill set and facilities to research and develop cannabis for medicinal purpose?
I then went on a quest to try and see whats really going on here , and who is painting a false picture to the public….
I tried on many times to get in-contact with Dr Thandeka Kunene to actually get some of my questions answered but been on a wild goose chase.
I dont see how one can cultivate cannabis legally for so long and now all of a sudden want to share the spoils to the people of South Africa , when the MCC clearly states that cannabis cultivation is illegal.
Now this board in the cdckzn has told parties which are the general public to submit business plans within the sectors that have been allocated to them and upon vetting and due diligence will issues out permits only if the business plan are viable and tangible and one must fund their own operation.
CDCSA a section 21a npo entity ,not a government entity so whats all this permit talks?
I am all for the uses of CBD for medicinal treatments and would love for some how for it been used as a forefront to cure major disorders , but lets call a spade a spade , if it can be done , wouldn’t a corporate pharmaceutical or medical company be the ones with all the experts , scientist , bio chemist , etc be spearheading the uses of CBD , and not the legalize cannabis recreation-ally or medicinally but to have plans in place to extract CBD in the correct manner through the right channels for medicinal purpose but still in that note keep it governed with the growers and other entity’s that can and will make use of cannabis the right way.
The joint venture proposing to acquire 60% of House of Hemp is actually half-Canadian (LGC Capital) and half South African (Afriag [Pty] Ltd). The due diligence process is still ongoing and no deal has actually been done yet – and presumably won’t happen until/unless House of Hemp secure a license and permit to grow medicinal cannabis commercially (as opposed to the R&D license they held previously (and which expired earlier this year).
One issue might be the majority owner of Afriag [Pty] Ltd, one Paul de Robillard, whose tobacco subsidiary, Amalgamated Tobacco Manufacturing [Pty] Ltd, has been targeted by the South African Revenue Service:
https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/sars-nails-zumas-son-over-fraud-1647788
Another problem might be the apparent requirement by LGC to export South African cannabis, for which no license seems to exist.
In any event, LGC is a very small company with tiny assets. It seems to be punching way above its weight and will need to raise an improbable amount of cash to realise any of its ambitions. Their chairman has a history of flitting from bubble to bubble without ever creating any long term value for shareholders. Red flags abound – including the misleading assurance used by LGC in August to raise $3m from shareholders: “LGC and its JV Partner AfriAg are fully licenced to grow and transport medical cannabis from South Africa”.
The government have indicated that criminal records involving serious crimes, i.e. schedule 1 offenders are the only people excluded, so, if you had a weed arrest, it wont count against you.
I have planted 1/4ha of weed secretly in Limpopo where it thrives excellently, and I am intending to produce seeds for commercial purposes but the problem is a permit or licence whatever. May you help?
You will need to contact SAHPRA or the Department of Agriculture for a research permit. Links in the article. And you will need to look at the registering your hemp cultivar genetics/seeds in order to sell them commercially.
Is growing cbd plants and making medical massage oils legal or illegal to sell?
It’s legal to grow your own plants for personal use and personal consumption. All of this must be strictly done withing a private space. Cops are still likely to bust though depending on how kiff or kak your local police are.
It’s illegal to sell anything THC. It’s however legal to sell products containing CBD. But is must contain less than 20mg daily dosage and comply with existing regulations for products in those industries.
Just get your record expunged if it’s been 10 years
House of bullshit. Krithi you are the King my brother. Keep extending that peace pipe and eventually Canna Culture will lead the way to future so that all can benefit from this amazing plant, and let the fools in their glass houses keep throwing stones .
It doesn’t actually say anything!!
Ironically, no chance if you have a conviction – especially for possession or growing of cannabis.
Great Article!
Absolutely not – get your facts straight – there is a clear defined process by SRPHA !!