31/07/2026
Cannabis use in Kenya has skyrocketed by 90% over a five-year period, according to data released by the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA).
Total Users: Approximately 518,807 Kenyans aged 15–65 are active cannabis users, translating to 1 in every 53 people.
Gender Disparity: The vast majority of users are male, accounting for 475,770 individuals (1 in 26 males), compared to 43,037 females.
Youth Demographics: Cannabis use among youth aged 15–24 stands at a prevalence rate of 2.7%.
High Addiction Rates: NACADA reports an overall cannabis addiction and dependency rate of 47.4% among current users.