Hinshaw Partner Mitchel Chargo Set to Speak at International Cannabis Symposium 2026
Mitchel Chargo, a partner at Hinshaw Law, has been invited to share his expertise on Indigenous‑state cannabis compacts at a premier global gathering focused on cannabis and hemp policy.
Hinshaw partner Mitchel Chargo will present at the International Cannabis Symposium 2026, held at the University of Cape Town in South Africa from June 25 to June 27.
Mitch will be leading the panel, “Indigenous State Compacts In The US – Creating Clear & Practical Communication Between Communities & Government” on Friday, June 26 at 10:00 am. He will be joined by four fellow cannabis industry and policy leaders:
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- Peter A. Wiehahn, Mkuze Hemp Holdings (South Africa)
- Marleen Theunissen, Mpondoland Plug Project (South Africa)
- Bonke Mfanekiso, Mpondoland, Eastern Cape (South Africa)
- Snoux Poswa, Mpondoland Cannabis Belt Association (South Africa)
About the Symposium
The International Cannabis Symposium 2026 brings together leading academics, policymakers, legal experts, and industry professionals to explore the foundational challenges driving cannabis and hemp policy development worldwide. The Symposium strives to foster international collaboration, establish evidence-based policy frameworks, address social concerns, and advance the development of hemp policy.
Why the University of Cape Town Matters
The University of Cape Town (UCT) is consistently ranked among Africa’s top higher‑education institutions, recognized for its strong research output in public health, law, and agricultural sciences. Hosting the symposium at UCT underscores the event’s commitment to bridging academic rigor with practical policy dialogue on cannabis and hemp regulation.
For more details on Mitchel Chargo’s participation and the symposium agenda, see the original announcement Here.
