Cannabis comes to Negril Jamaica

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FOR most of his 67 years, Verald Vassell has preached ganja's medicinal and religious virtues. Until last year, those who listened were largely from his Rastafarian faith.

With use of small portions of the weed decriminalised in Jamaica this year, Vassell, popularly known as Ras Iyah, is preparing to host the Cannabis Cup in Westmoreland, his home parish.

The 'Cup' was first held in 1988 and has been staged mainly in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, hailed by many ganja lovers as the weed capital of the world.

Promoted by High Times Magazine, the Cannabis Cup will be held for the first time in Jamaica, from November 12-15 in Negril.

Hundreds of ganja advocates, including reggae acts, are expected to be in Negril for the event. Billboard Magazine is expected to announce the artiste lineup this week.

Ras Iyah said he and members of his Rastafari In Inity organisation met with senior...

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