Kenya Bans Iconic Kaunda Suit From Parliament, Sparking Mixed Reactions
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Kenya's parliament has banned the wearing of the Kaunda suit, named after Zambia's late President Kenneth Kaunda, within parliament buildings.
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Kenyan President William Ruto has popularized the Kaunda suit and often wears them on official occasions.
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Speaker of Parliament Moses Wetangula said the ban aims to uphold the established parliamentary dress code for men (coat, tie, etc.) and women.
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The Kaunda suit had been previously allowed in parliament, but the Speaker said it was time to officially ban them.
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The banning has elicited mixed reactions on social media, with some criticizing the banning of "African attire" and others supporting the upholding of dress codes.