DURBAN - A Cannabis Convention is set to take place in the province later this year. But there will be no sale of raw cannabis at the venue.

The Cannabis Convention KwaZulu-Natal, or CannaCon KZN, is set to take place from May 3 to 5 at the Northwood Crusaders Sports Club in Durban North.

In a statement, the organisers - Cannabis Development Council Of South Africa, said the event will provide a platform for companies or individuals who are involved in the burgeoning cannabis and hemp industry.

Exhibitors will be able to showcase their products, but in line with present legal frameworks, it will not feature the selling of raw cannabis.