World Hijab Day: Proud to be a hijabi and breaking stereotypes

Many Muslim women and girls face discrimination for wearing the hijab.

On World Hijab Day, we speak to various women who explain why they choose to wear a hijab and what it means to them.

Produced by Gloria Achieng and Samuel Kisambe

Edited by Samuel Kisambe

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