The CRI is aligning with various parties in the private sector specialising in development and technologies related to the current needs and foreseeable future of the Cannabis industry. They range from experts in the field of the biotechnology industry to experts in product development and manufacturing in the pharmaceutical industry, able to share and assist with their remarkable experience and knowledge, as well as playing an active role in research projects. The CRI will facilitate collaboration with other participating entities as well as South Africa’s top research departments in universities networking through Africa and internationally. We look forward to supporting multiple exciting projects through this unique approach.