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Your Uber Driver Might Be More Stoned Than You Think: Cannabis and Driving Laws in South Africa

Cannabis driving laws are becoming a major issue as more countries legalise or decriminalise cannabis. While the rules differ around the world, one thing is clear: driving while impaired is not treated casually. Some countries use roadside saliva testing, others rely on blood THC limits, and many still focus on whether a driver appears impaired. For South Africa, the challenge is finding a fair way to balance cannabis rights with road safety. Legal cannabis does not mean legal cannabis driving, and understanding that difference matters for every driver, passenger, and cannabis consumer.

Draft Cannabis Regulations Published For Comment

It's draft time. Here's everything you need to know about South Africa's proposed cannabis regulations. FYI, we need everyone to comment.

Fired for THC at Work? The Law Might Be on Your Side.

Testing positive for THC at work does not automatically mean you were impaired, unsafe, or deserving of dismissal. In South Africa, the law is beginning to recognise what science has always known: THC can remain in your system long after the effects are gone. If you were fired solely for a positive test, without evidence of impairment or risk, you may have more rights than your employer wants you to believe.