Abdul Baseer
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Clash Over Foreign Aid
New law pits the government against local charities in the fight to claim foreign aid.
18 Nov 05
Mines Reap Grim Harvest
The rate of casualties from landmines has eased, but shows little sign of falling further, leaving new generations maimed by past wars.
18 Nov 05
Zoo No Sanctuary for Animals
Rising visitor numbers increase revenues for Kabul Zoo but also make life harder for the animals.
18 Nov 05
All Quiet as Western City Heads for Poll
Candidates in Herat claim some of their rivals are seeking to gain unfair advantage, but campaigning has generally been free of intimidation.
18 Nov 05
Karzai's Afghan Protectors
Locals rather than Americans are now providing security for President Karzai, but some wonder if they are up to the task.
13 Nov 05
Signs of the Times
The culture ministry mounts a battle to replace English with Dari and Pashto on Kabul street signs but few merchants seem willing to comply.
21 Oct 05
Dangers of Running for Office in Afghanistan
Women see elections as a chance to promote their rights, but there are risks to putting their names forward.
14 Jul 05
Tourists Back on Afghan Trail
Afghanistan looks to foreign visitors - and their money - to boost the country and its economy.
3 Mar 05
ISAF Chief Pledges Reinforcements Ahead of Election
General Jean-Louis Py discusses preparations for the upcoming presidential election and the expanding role of the international security assistance and reconstruction force.
3 Mar 05
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