VOICED : The Kingdom of Lesotho: African pioneer of medical marijuana

Lesotho, the first African country to legalize medical cannabis cultivation in 2017, is leveraging its favorable climate and government support to attract companies like Mehdi Grow. Despite the potential economic benefits, high licensing costs exclude small farmers, forcing many to continue illegal trade. Legislation currently favors foreign companies, leaving local farmers marginalized in a market projected to be worth $270 billion in a decade.

What impact does illegal cannabis trafficking have on the local economy in Lesotho?

In what ways does the current legislation in Lesotho favor foreign companies over local farmers?