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Nomads Unhappy With Parliamentary Share
The country’s poorest people, the nomadic Kuchis, feel they will not be adequately represented in the new legislature.
9 Nov 05
Labour of Love
Looted and smuggled antiques spanning the country's history are slowly returning to Kabul, thanks to the efforts of one man.
21 Oct 05
Poll Fraud Claims
Stories of ballot-rigging emerge at vote-counting centres across the country.
5 Oct 05
New Controversy Over Anthem
President Karzai’s decision to scrap the version he had only just approved reopens the dispute.
16 Apr 05
Housing Project Outcry
The authorities in Kabul have provoked a storm over plans to build new homes for returning refugees.
3 Mar 05
Hard Road to Voter Registration
While millions have signed up to participate in October’s presidential election, opposition and ignorance about the process remain strong.
3 Mar 05
Afghans Steer Dangerous Course
Traffic congestion and rising accident rates have prompted the authorities to take action.
3 Mar 05
Candidates Fail to Exploit Power of Radio
A few minutes broadcast nationwide may be the only chance candidates get to reach potential voters, but not all of them realise it.
3 Mar 05
Election a Milestone for Women
Even conservative presidential candidates are making a bid to attract female voters, but has anyone’s programme gone far enough?
3 Mar 05
Election No Cause for Complacency
Despite peaceful vote, a rights group warns that the rule of the gun still persists and that dangers lie ahead.
2 Mar 05
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