Daystar University has refuted the claims of forcing muslim students to go to church, as reported by local media. According to the institution, it does not withhold grades from students based on their attendance or non-attendance of church services.
The Speaker of the national assembly has directed the Ministry of Education to initiate an investigation into allegations surrounding a university in the country. It is claimed that Daystar University, a private Christian institution situated near Nairobi, has been compelling Muslim students to participate in Christian religious services. Additionally, the university is accused of withholding grades from students who decline to attend these church services.
Kenyan MP Mohammed Ali raised these assertions in parliament, contending that such a policy infringes upon the constitutional right to religious freedom.
Education Minister Ezekiel Machogu responded to the university's statement, saying, "The university said that all students are enrolled with full knowledge that the university is a Christian institution with its philosophy and core values."
"After enrollment, students sign a code of conduct in which they agree to abide by the university's Christian values and commit to participating in the spiritual activities of the university," he added, citing the example of the university.
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Mr. Machogu was informed by the university that students are mandated to attend a minimum of 75% of church services each semester.
The Ministry of Education will also probe Mr. Ali's claims regarding the university allegedly endorsing LGBTQ practices by integrating LGBTQ issues into its curriculum.
