Street names of cannabis in different countries

In Jamaica, bhang, also known as weed, goes by the street name ganja.

by Hillary Bett

Infographics15 November 2024 - 21:32

In Summary

Bhang is prepared from the leaves and flowers of the female cannabis plant that is consumed either as a smoked powder or as a beverage.
Users and peddlers of bhang have come up with street names to throw authorities off their trail.

Bhang is prepared from the leaves and flowers of the female cannabis plant that is consumed either as a smoked powder or as a beverage.

It is categorised as a narcotic and it's cultivation or use is illegal in Kenya and several other countires across the world.

Users and peddlers of bhang have come up with street names to throw authorities off their trail.

In Kenya, marijuana goes by several street names inclduing ndukulu, kishada and boza.

In Jamaica, bhang, also known as weed, goes by the street name ganja.

Despite ongoing efforts to curb its use, the illicit trade and consumption of cannabis continue to thrive.

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