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Namibia's Cannabis Activism Moves from Courts to Electoral Politics

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Namibia's Cannabis Activism Moves from Courts to Electoral Politics
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Ganja Users of Namibia is transitioning its cannabis legalization campaign from legal battles to electoral politics by establishing the Ganja Users of Namibia Party. Led by president Brian Jaftha, the organization aims to convert years of protests, petitions, and litigation into institutional representation, though the party remains officially unregistered. This strategic shift reflects global cannabis reform movements increasingly engaging in mainstream political processes to advance drug policy changes. The effort highlights how cannabis advocacy is evolving beyond grassroots activism toward formal political participation.

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