WE CONGRATULATE RASTAFARIANS FOR APPEALING THE JUDGMENT OF THE HIGH COURT OF KENYA THAT UNCONSTITUTIONALLY JUDGED AGAINST MARIJUANA USE FOR RELIGIOUS USE

WE CONGRATULATE RASTAFARIANS FOR APPEALING THE JUDGMENT OF THE HIGH COURT OF KENYA THAT UNCONSTITUTIONALLY JUDGED AGAINST MARIJUANA USE FOR RELIGIOUS USE FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS

1. Freedom of Religion is a constitutional right so Rastas should enjoy their rights like anybody else in Kenya

2. NACADA should be encouraged to follow First World Positions on marijuana use that tolerate it  rather rather ban it the latter exacerbating black market economics.

3. Since Marijuana grows naturally hence it is God's creation and humans found it in the world, it should be legalized. To ban a plant is to ban all plants . More here 

4. Marijuana is a product that can boost the country's economy and help in settling international and  national debts 

5. Btw Religion is a drug according to Karl Marx and so is anything that gives you dopamine rush. So it should be allowed 

Google Gemini

how many things give humans dopamine rush

Gemini said

There isn't a single, magic number of things that trigger a dopamine release because dopamine is a fundamental neurotransmitter involved in our brain's reward, motivation, and pleasure pathways. Instead of a fixed list, it's easier to think of dopamine triggers in categories.

Essentially, anything the brain perceives as beneficial for survival, or any cue that predicts a reward, can trigger a dopamine rush.

Here is how those triggers break down into core categories:

1. Biological & Survival Basics

These are hardwired into our biology to keep us and our species alive.

• Food: Especially foods high in sugar, fat, and salt.

• Hydration: Drinking water when you are genuinely thirsty.

• Sex and Intimacy: Essential for reproduction and bonding.

• Sleep: Achieving restful sleep, particularly when sleep-deprived.

2. Social & Connection Triggers

Humans are deeply social creatures, so our brains reward us for reinforcing social bonds.

• Social Approval: Receiving a compliment, a like on social media, or a verbal validation.

• Bonding & Connection: Hugging a loved one, deep conversations, or feeling a sense of community belonging.

• Altruism: Helping others or giving gifts (often called the "warm glow" effect).

3. Achievement & Novelty (The "Seeker" Triggers)

Dopamine is often called the molecule of anticipation; it spikes more during the pursuit of a goal than the actual achievement.

• Novelty: Experiencing a new place, hearing a new song, or learning a random fascinating fact.

• Problem Solving & Mastery: Crossing an item off a to-do list, winning a video game, or finally fixing a broken appliance.

• Anticipation: Waiting for a package to arrive, the countdown to a vacation, or looking forward to a meal.

4. Pharmacological & Artificial Triggers

Certain substances and behaviors can bypass our natural reward filters and cause massive, unnatural floods of dopamine.

• Substances: Nicotine, caffeine, alcohol, and recreational drugs (which can artificially flood the brain with vastly more dopamine than natural rewards).

• Behaviors: Gambling, risk-taking/thrill-seeking (like skydiving), and compulsive digital scrolling.

The Dopamine Misconception: Dopamine isn't actually the chemical of pleasure or satisfaction (that's more closely tied to endorphins and serotonin). Dopamine is the chemical of desire, anticipation, and motivation. It's the brain saying, "Hey, pay attention! This is good, go get more of it."

ALL THE BEST AS THEY APPEAL THE JUDGMENT.

 AI Overview

Kenya’s High Court dismissed a landmark petition by the Rastafari Society of Kenya seeking to legalize the use of cannabis for religious purposes. The ruling maintains that marijuana remains completely illegal in the country, though the judge acknowledged the need for broader public debate on drug laws. [1, 2, 3]

The Court's Ruling

The Decision: Justice Bahati Mwamuye ruled against the Rastafarian community, stating they failed to prove that the current ban violates their constitutional rights to religious freedom. [1, 2]
Evidence: The court noted that the evidence provided regarding how central cannabis is to the Rastafari faith was inconsistent and insufficient to grant them a religious exemption. [1, 2]
Public Debate: While upholding the ban, the judge observed that the widespread recreational use of cannabis suggests the current law might be too harsh and encouraged an honest national conversation about its future in society. [1, 2]

Existing Penalties

Under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act, cannabis remains strictly prohibited: [1, 2, 3]

Possession for Personal Use: Carries up to 10 years in prison or a fine of up to KSh 100,000 (roughly US$800).
Cultivation: Punishable by up to 20 years in prison or a fine of KSh 250,000 (roughly US$1,900) or three times the market value of the plants.
Trafficking: Carries even steeper fines and longer prison sentences. [1, 2, 3]

What Happens Next

The Rastafari community has expressed deep disappointment with the ruling, describing the drug laws as "colonial and oppressive". Their legal team has announced plans to appeal the High Court's decision to the Court of Appeal and, if necessary, the Supreme Court. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

For a detailed look at the High Court's dismissal of the Rastafarian community's petition and the community's reaction, you can watch this news report:

written by Founder of QSTPS
Arthur Owiti/ Tendaishe Owiti/Arthur Tendaishe Ochieng Mburu Owiti / Ochieng/Mburu/Owiti / Rex Arthur / Aquarian Scientist/Aquarian Philosopher/DJ Kuchu/Tendaishe Owiti Mungu Eloah