Kenya's Rastafarian Ruling: A Puzzling Precedent for Religious Freedom The Kenyan High Court's decision to deny Rastafarians the right to smoke marijuana as part of their religious practices has left many in the global community perplexed.
On its surface, the ruling appears to be a straightforward exercise in upholding Kenya's laws against cannabis use.
However, upon closer examination, it reveals a complex web of issues surrounding the intersection of faith and governance.