Smoking Tolerance Level
[1= very illegal 5=virtually legal]: 4.5
Marijuana Laws & Legislation for Addis Abeba
As of 2025, marijuana is illegal in Ethiopia for both recreational and medical use. The country has strict laws against cannabis use, and possession of marijuana is treated as a criminal offense, with severe penalties, including imprisonment. Cannabis cultivation is also prohibited, and individuals caught growing or trafficking marijuana face harsh legal consequences. The Ethiopian government has not taken any significant steps toward decriminalizing or legalizing cannabis, and the country’s stance on marijuana remains conservative. Despite international discussions about cannabis legalization, Ethiopia maintains its prohibitionist approach, with no signs of marijuana reform on the horizon.
Please note that marijuana laws are subject to change. For the most current information, consult your countries official resources or legal counsel.
Law Enforcement
The police with not bother someone smoking cannabis since they know it is harmless. Some crooked federal police officers may try and scare you to for bribe money.
Where to buy marijuana:
There are plenty of places to score some bud in Addis and as long as you ask any rasta man where the dank is at. Ethiopia is home of a giant rasta movement.
Marijuana prices:
Low grade: 50 gram for 5USD
Mid grade: 40 gram for 10USD
High grade: (CHRONIC,CHOCOLATE,ORANGE KALI) 50gram for 20USD
Marijuana Brands
Ethiopia has some good herbs but I strongly recommend that you find somebody that has a hookup on some good hash.
More Information
The ganja in Addis is of a strong sativa and you can also find some indica. The herb here is the most organic and is grown under the 13 month sunshine that ethiopia is most famous for. One advice before coming here is that you must bring plenty of rolling paper since there is no cigarette paper or blunts.