Alex Mwakideu challenges school policies on dreadlocks
Radio host Alex Mwakideu has raised questions over school rules on dreadlocks, saying there is a need to review how students are treated under current school regulations.
He made the remarks on Friday, June 12, 2026, while speaking about student unrest and discipline in schools across the country.
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He noted that authorities are working to restore order in learning institutions, but questioned whether students are being involved in discussions affecting them. He pointed out that recent unrest in schools has shown deeper concerns that need attention.
Alex Mwakideu said, “We need to have this conversation, okay? Student unrest katika shule imefanyika na tumeona.”
He explained that the government has been trying to bring order to schools, especially after several cases of unrest were reported. According to him, meetings have been held, but he questioned the approach taken in addressing the problem.
“Mambo ya student unrest in schools, serikali ina try kila kitu kuweza kuleta order,” Alex Mwakideu said.
School rules under debate
He further raised concerns about strict school rules, especially those related to student appearance and personal expression. He mentioned that some learners feel restricted by regulations that have remained unchanged despite changes in the education system.
“Now, one student from Alliance ameenda parliament, ame raise issue kwa parliament amewaambia, one of the main reasons why they are not happy ni hizi sharia mingi wamewekewa katika shule,” he said.
Alex Mwakideu also pointed out that rules on hairstyles, including dreadlocks, continue to be a point of disagreement. He questioned why such restrictions are still in place in the current education system.
“Including nywele. Nywele lazima usonge lines kama wewe ni dame. Huwezi weka rasta,” he said.
He said the education system has changed from 8-4-4 to CBC, and questioned whether school policies should also be reviewed to match the new system. He suggested that students should be allowed more freedom in personal expression.
“I am asking myself, in 2026, hatuna 844, tuko na CBC, mambo yame change, bado huwezi ruhusu students kuwa na rasters shule?” Alex Mwakideu said.
His remarks have added to ongoing discussions about school discipline, student rights and the balance between order and personal expression in learning institutions.
