The South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS) has reported an anti-doping rule violation against the Athlete after his sample tested positive for the prohibited substance cannabis.
After notification a provisional suspension was ordered and the Athlete was heard for the Disciplinary Committee.
The Athlete admitted the violation and explained that he had ingested and washed in muti medicine which he obtained from a traditional healer before the boxing match.
The Committee considers the lack of intention to enhance performance and the right of the Athlete to cultural expression and practice. Therefore the SAIDS Disciplinary Committee decides to impose a 3 month period of ineligibility on the Athlete starting from the date of the provisional suspension, i.e. 18 May 2012 to 18 August 2012.
