Kyrgyzstan, a predominantly Muslim nation in Central Asia ... the law imposes a fine of 20,000 Som (£179) on women who wear the niqab—a garment that covers the entire body, leaving only ...

Women in Kyrgyzstan are banned from wearing niqabs as the country claims they could be “attackers in disguise”. The Muslim country’s government has backed plans to fine anyone wearing the ...

with a call on Muslim women who wear the hijab to continue demonstrating exemplary character in their everyday lives. The women participated in awareness walks in Lagos and Abuja to highlight the ...