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South Africa bans cannibas and hemp products, and Eskom maintenance lie


Published on 2025-03-14 03:00:51 - BusinessTech
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The article from BusinessTech discusses several key issues in South Africa. Firstly, the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has banned the sale of all cannabis and hemp products, including CBD, due to the lack of proper regulations, causing confusion and concern among businesses and consumers. This decision was made despite the legalization of cannabis for private use in 2018. Secondly, the article addresses the ongoing issue with Eskom, South Africa's primary electricity supplier, where it was revealed that the utility company has been dishonest about its maintenance schedules, leading to unexpected power cuts. This has further strained the already fragile electricity supply situation in the country. Additionally, the article touches on the economic implications of these developments, including potential job losses in the cannabis industry and the broader impact on investor confidence due to Eskom's unreliability.

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[ https://businesstech.co.za/news/5-things/816863/south-africa-bans-cannibas-and-hemp-products-and-eskom-maintenance-lie/ ]