At Mwamic General Enterprises SMC Ltd, we believe that effective policy is the foundation of a thriving, sustainable, and inclusive industrial hemp sector. Our Policy & Advocacy efforts aim to support a clear legal framework, public education, and institutional collaboration—ensuring that hemp is safely regulated, widely understood, and nationally embraced as a transformative crop.
Why Advocacy Matters
Despite hemp’s wide range of uses and its distinction from psychoactive cannabis (marijuana), industrial hemp remains misunderstood in Uganda. The absence of a robust, science-based policy has created uncertainty among farmers, investors, and regulatory bodies—slowing down the growth of a high-potential industry.
Mwamic is working to change that.
Through education, engagement, and policy dialogue, we are creating space for a future where hemp plays a strategic role in Uganda’s agricultural, environmental, and economic development goals.
Our Advocacy Objectives
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Promote Clear Legal Definitions
Advocate for a nationally recognized definition of industrial hemp, with a scientifically defensible THC threshold to distinguish it from marijuana. -
Support Inclusive Hemp Regulation
Work with government and agencies to establish licensing systems that support smallholder farmers, cooperatives, and local processors. -
Raise Public Awareness
Conduct educational campaigns to demystify hemp, inform communities, and address public fears or stigma. -
Strengthen Institutional Collaboration
Build strategic relationships with lawmakers, ministries, research institutions, and civil society to shape policy that supports growth and innovation. -
Influence National Standards
Help establish Uganda-specific standards for hemp seed certification, cultivation practices, processing protocols, and product quality assurance.
How We Engage
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Policy Roundtables & Consultations
We host and participate in multi-stakeholder forums, bringing together farmers, regulators, scientists, and private sector leaders. -
Research-Based Position Papers
We develop and publish policy briefs, based on data from our fieldwork, pilot programs, and global case studies. -
Media & Public Campaigns
We use radio, social media, and community outreach to educate the public and shape the national narrative around hemp. -
Support for Farmer Representation
We advocate for the voices of smallholder farmers to be heard in national policy discussions and decision-making platforms.
Our Policy Priorities
- Legalization & Decriminalization of Industrial Hemp
- Accessible Licensing & Seed Registration
- Supportive Tax and Export Frameworks
- Incentives for Local Value Addition
- Training and Compliance Guidelines for Farmers & Processors
Get Involved in Advocacy
Are you a policymaker, researcher, legal expert, journalist, or community leader who believes in the future of hemp? Let’s work together to drive forward smart, fair, and evidence-based regulation in Uganda.
Partner With Our Advocacy Team, Request a Policy Brief or Consultation, Join Our Public Awareness Campaigns.
Contact Our Policy Desk
📞 Phone: +256 700441455
✉️ Email: mwamic2@gmail.com
📍 Address: P.O. Box 900313, Jinja – Uganda – East Africa