St. Mary’s Lwak Girls High School in Siaya County is facing criticism for reportedly barring a Grade 10 student, Samira Ramadhan, from wearing her hijab, contradicting earlier assurances.

• A Grade 10 student, Samira Ramadhan, was allegedly instructed to remove her hijab approximately one month after starting at the school.
• Key figures include Samira Ramadhan, her parent Nasib Ali Ramadhan, and officials from the Siaya Muslims Association.
• This incident reignites the debate on religious freedom in public schools, particularly concerning student dress codes and faith-based accommodations, especially after the Supreme Court of Kenya's 2019 ruling on school dress codes.