In August 2023, Parliament passed the Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Bill, 2023 which now allows the licensed farming and use of marijuana strictly for medical use, and sets harsh penalties for a multitude of offences related to substances abuse. The 94 Clauses Bill seeks to allow the cultivation of marijuana and that strictly for medical and other authorized usages, with extreme penalties including forfeiture of properties, lengthy jail terms and hefty fines for violators. (Read more: https://www.parliament.go.ug/news/6881/house-passes-new-strict-narcotics-law-after-court-setback)