The constitution provides for freedom of religion, including freedom of thought, freedom to practice religion, and freedom from oaths contrary to one’s beliefs. Rastafarians disagree with the government’s prohibition of marijuana use and expressed concern about scrutiny from police and immigration offices.
There were no reports of significant societal actions affecting religious freedom.
The U.S. embassy engaged representatives of the government and civil society, including leadership of the Rastafarian communities, on religious freedom issues, including freedom of religious expression and discrimination based on religion.