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Royal Queen Seeds Opens First Store in Durban, Bringing Premium Cannabis Seeds to South Africa
RQS expands to Africa with a flagship store in Durban, South Africa! As the first international seed bank in the nation, we provide premium cannabis genetics, cutting-edge growing supplies, and an interactive retail experience. Discover why Durban is the perfect location and what makes our new store a must-visit for cannabis enthusiasts!
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We’ve just set up operations on our fourth continent: Africa! More specifically, we’ve taken the pioneering step of establishing a Royal Queen Seeds store in the port city of Durban, South Africa, where we’ll provide our world-leading cannabis genetics.
The regulatory landscape concerning cannabis is slowly shifting across the socially conservative continent, with countries such as Morocco legalizing the cultivation, export, and use of cannabis for medical and industrial purposes in 2021. Eswatini, formerly known as Swaziland, is currently deliberating the legalization of cannabis for medical and research purposes by amending antiquated colonial law. Broadly speaking, the liberalisation of cannabis legislation could bring an economic boon to the continent, increasing wealth through job creation and improving infrastructure via taxation.
South Africa itself has also made huge liberal strides regarding cannabis recently, prompting us to get involved as the nation braces for a new and exciting cannabis market and culture to emerge.


So, why has RQS decided to plant a cannabis seed store over 7,000 miles from our Barcelona headquarters? What does our new outlet sell other than world-class genetics? And what does this new venue look like, exactly? Continue reading to get the lowdown on our new South African venture!
Introducing Royal Queen Seeds: A Global Leader in Cannabis Innovation
Sprouting from humble roots in Amsterdam in 2007, Royal Queen Seeds has flourished into a world-leading cannabis industry giant that continues to spearhead innovation in the sector. From our small beginnings, we’ve emerged as one of the biggest seed banks in Europe and beyond, and proudly received the “Best Seed Bank of the Year” dual title at the 2024 Emjays and International Cannabis Awards (ICA).
Since our early days of breeding and selling polyhybrid genetics, we’ve developed an entire library of elite-tier varieties, including photoperiod, autoflowering, high-CBD, and regular strains. Moreover, we recently spearheaded the production of the world’s first true F1 cannabis hybrids.
Alongside our stellar cannabis genetics, we’ve also launched successful lines of growing supplies, including nutrients and bioinoculants. Our smoking accessories, merch, educational blogs, and grow guides are also amongst the best in the industry.
From our headquarters in Barcelona, Spain, we’ve spread our influence over the globe. We now proudly operate in the United States, as well as a brick-and-mortar seed store and luxury smoking lounge in Bangkok, Thailand.
Most recently, we’ve planted our flag on our fourth continent. Setting up shop in South Africa was a no-brainer following the country’s recent passing of the Cannabis for Private Purposes Bill. Our big move makes us the first international seed bank to get established in the nation, and we’re ready to supply local growers with the genetics they deserve!
Continue reading to find out why Durban was such a draw. Then, get an exclusive peek into the inner workings of our South African project!


Durban: The Perfect Location for Royal Queen Seeds’ First African Store
With a bustling headquarters in Barcelona, operations in the United States, brick-and-mortar stores across Europe, and a world-class smoking lounge in Thailand, what made us turn our effort and attention to South Africa?
A fine question! First and foremost, shifts in South Africa weed laws have set a burgeoning market in motion, and we’re not a company to turn down a challenge!
The first signs of eventual legalization in the country started to appear in 2018 when South Africa’s constitutional court decriminalised the private use, possession, and cultivation of cannabis for adults. This landmark decision positioned South Africa as the first African nation to permit recreational cannabis use.
More recently, on May 27th, 2024, President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Cannabis for Private Purposes Bill, making South Africa the first country on the continent to legalize the use of the herb.
Many cannabis users are familiar with the name “Durban”. Not so much in the context of a geographical location, but as the name of a popular and cerebral cannabis strain—Durban Poison. However, much like the strain, Durban itself has many wonderful traits that urged us to make it our touchdown location in Africa.
Home to world-famous landrace genetics, the wider region provides the perfect climate for cannabis cultivation. Adding to this, Durban boasts a vibrant cannabis culture, culinary scene, stunning beaches, and the beautiful Drakensberg mountains lie nearby. As well as providing superb genetics, we aim to integrate into the local cannabis culture, serving as a hub of education and community for the budding scene.
A Look at Royal Queen Seeds’ Durban Store
Our flagship Durban store offers much more than your traditional retail space. As well as providing an extensive selection of strains from the RQS catalogue, the site operates as a pioneering experiential centre unlike anything seen before in South Africa.
Similar to our renowned smoking lounge over in Thailand, our Durban store offers visitors an educational experience, such as a growing room showcasing cannabis cultivation from seed to harvest. The location will house a pharmacy and meeting room.


Product Range and Exclusive Offerings
Pay us a visit in Durban, and you’ll be able to purchase a vast array of premium dagga seeds. Our strain categories include feminized varieties, F1 hybrids, high-CBD cultivars, speedy autoflowers, and regular genetics perfect for breeding your own.
But that’s not all. You’ll also have access to our envied cannabis vape pens, handy smoking accessories to streamline every session, and cultivation tools that make growing easier than ever.
Puffco Pivot Vaporizer Pen
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Conduction |
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1.95 × 11.95 cm |
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67 g |
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260 - 307ºC / 500 - 585ºF |
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10 sec |
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0.2 gr |
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Manual |
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Concentrates |
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Visit the Royal Queen Seeds Store in Durban Today!
If you’re wondering where to buy dagga in Durban, you’re in luck! Come and pay us a visit between 10 am – 6 pm Monday to Friday, or 8 am – 4 pm on Saturdays at this address:
208 Tara Road, Van Riebeeckpark, Bluff, 4052, Durban, South Africa
We hope to see you soon at the best cannabis spot on the continent!