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Afghan Sikhs Hit By Suicide Attack
Bomber defies tight security to launch deadly strike on communal leadership
5 Jul 18
Afghanistan: Tributes Paid to Murdered IWPR Contributor
Killing took place on the country’s deadliest ever day for journalists.
3 May 18
Deadliest Day for Afghan Media
Reporters rally to insist that they will not be intimidated into silence.
2 May 18
The Journalist Known as Ghor's Voice
IWPR contributor praised for fearless work exposing corruption and abuses.
19 Jan 17
Changes Coming for Afghan Peace Council
Steps include increasing female representation and reaching out to civil society.
21 Nov 16
Afghan Women Limited to Education and Healthcare Roles
Female workers have little access to public sector jobs in northeast province.
14 Nov 16
Warnings Over Afghanistan’s Unofficial Madrassas
Calls for government oversight to avoid young men and women being radicalised.
4 Nov 16
Children Forced into Heavy Labour in Afghan Province
Thousands are employed in menial and dangerous work.
6 Oct 16
Afghan Province Lacks Any Female Prison Facilities
Officials say this reflects wider issues of gender inequality.
8 Sep 16
Afghan Police: More Female Officers Needed
Ongoing violence and social prejudice has led to a severe deficit of policewomen.
9 Jun 16
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