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Ethiopia's Education Crisis: 9 Million Children Out of School Amid Hijab Ban Tension in Tigray

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  • Over **9 million children** in Ethiopia are currently out of school due to **conflict, violence, and natural disasters**, according to the **UNICEF** report.
  • The **Amhara region** has the highest number of out-of-school children, totaling **4.4 million**, followed by **Oromia** and **Tigray** regions.
  • Conflict has led to the closure of many schools, with **over 10,000 schools** damaged, further shrinking safe learning environments.
  • A **hijab ban** at certain schools in the **Tigray region** has led to **159 female students** missing classes, raising concerns among Muslim organizations about religious tolerance.
  • The situation remains contentious, with some parents supporting the hijab ban while others highlight the distress it causes for affected students.

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