Ahmad Shah
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Local campaigners say that they are not invited to political or cultural gatherings.
Thousands attend unregistered madrassas where the government has no control.
Forced marriage, domestic violence and economic hardship all require more effective action.
In Khost province, one community agrees to limit the price of getting married.
Khost has an abysmal record on on upholding equal opportunity rules in local government.
Crucial route will link provinces and boost local economy, but after seven years’ work, it still isn’t ready.
Influx from North Waziristan puts strain on already overburdened system.
Officials say a clinic established to treat patients from across the southeast lacks proper funding.
Public awareness drive and better organisation mean a steady supply of blood is available in Khost province.
Locals say torrential floods pose threat to their lives as well as harming the local economy.