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Bill outlaws pregnancy tests in Kenyan schools

Teachers will no longer force teenage students to undergo pregnancy tests if a new Bill is passed by Senate. Nominated Senator Elizabeth Ongoro (pictured) sponsors the bill. (PHOTO: BONIFACE OKENDO/ STANDARD)

Teachers will no longer force teenage students to undergo pregnancy tests if a new Bill is passed by Senate.

And even with irrefutable proof of pregnancy, they will have no right to inform parents or guardians without express permission from the affected girl.

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