When visiting female parents, Bishop Mbaga Girls forbids wearing pants.

Bishop Okoth Mbaga Girls Secondary School in Siaya County has implemented a new dress code policy, prohibiting female parents from wearing trousers when visiting the school premises.

A message circulated on WhatsApp to Form Two parents ahead of a scheduled meeting on Sunday outlined the guidelines for attire and finances. The message emphasized the importance of dressing decently and reminded female parents not to wear trousers. Additionally, parents were advised to carry pocket money and fare for their daughters, if possible.

This move positions Bishop Mbaga as one of the first secondary schools to enforce such a dress code for parents. The trend follows similar initiatives seen in various Kenyan universities, aimed at promoting decent dressing and moral values amidst prevailing fashion trends that often expose certain body parts.

Established in 1977 and sponsored by the Catholic Church, Kisumu Arch Diocese, Bishop Okoth Mbaga Secondary School is renowned for its academic excellence. With a current student population of 1,448, the school emphasizes discipline as a key to success, extending this principle to include parents as well.

Church-affiliated schools are known for their strict rules, as demonstrated by Ng’iya Girls, another institution in Siaya County. In August 2023, Ng’iya Girls withdrew an invitation for musician Akothee to speak to their students amid controversy surrounding her personal life. Despite the setback, Akothee expressed gratitude to the school’s principal for the opportunity and pledged continued support for initiatives benefiting society.