The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis officially launched the Medicinal Cannabis Authority on Friday, April 25th marking a milestone in the Federation’s journey to establish an inclusive medicinal cannabis industry.
Additionally, the launch celebrated the official opening of the Authority’s new office located on Prince’s Street in Basseterre, symbolizing a chapter in national policy and healthcare access.
Chairperson of the Cannabis Board, Mrs. Jihan Williams-Knight, outlined the Authority’s central mandate—to create and manage safe, legal avenues of access to cannabis for adult patients over the age of 21 who suffer from health conditions that may benefit from cannabis treatment.
She emphasized the Authority’s dual responsibility to promote access and education, while remaining vigilant in preventing cannabis misuse and protecting vulnerable populations.
Federal Minister of Agriculture, the Hon. Samal Duggins, who has direct oversight for the Medicinal Cannabis Authority, hailed the event as a bold step forward, both culturally and economically.
