Egypt bans niqab in schools

  • 11/09/2023

The Egyptian government has announced that the full-face veil (niqab) will be banned in schools from the start of the academic year on 30 September. The announcement has sparked debate and reaction across the nation. The Ministry has established a unified approach to the issue of school uniforms. The school board will decide which color to use for uniform, after consulting with trustees, parents and teachers.

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