This archive report was first published on 4 November 2019.
Mariga Promises to Legalize Marijuana in Kenya ¶
Kenyan politician McDonald Mariga has vowed to push for the legalization of marijuana in the country if elected.
Mariga made the promise during a campaign rally in the Kibra constituency on Sunday, November 3, 2019.
He stated that he would support the legalization of marijuana for medicinal purposes, citing its potential to treat cancer.
Mariga's promise comes after the late Ken Okoth, a former Kibra MP, had proposed a bill to legalize marijuana in Kenya.
Okoth had submitted a bill to the National Assembly in September 2019, seeking to legalize the cultivation, sale, and use of marijuana.
Mariga's promise has been welcomed by some Kenyans, including the late Okoth's supporters, who see it as a step in the right direction.
However, the move has also raised concerns among some Kenyans, who fear that it could lead to the misuse of marijuana.
Mariga's campaign has been gaining momentum in the Kibra constituency, with some residents expressing support for his promise to legalize marijuana.
It remains to be seen whether Mariga's promise will be fulfilled if he is elected.
