Afghanistan

The Free Lunch Campaign Trail

Money talks as presidential roadshow comes to Balkh province.

Mullahs Work Against Ballot

Reporter tells how clerics urge Afghans to boycott August 20 vote.

Taleban Pose Ballot Threat

Growing concerns that precarious security situation could scupper upcoming leadership poll.

Are Elections Possible in Helmand?

Military operations against the Taleban may have failed to prepare Helmand for polling.

Afghanistan: Jun ‘09

Leading press freedom organisation praises IWPR investigation on difficulties faced by female Afghan journalists.

Right to Vote Limited for Women

Many women will be prevented from voting in Afghanistan’s elections by the men who control their lives.

Election Heats Up in Balkh

Northern province sees bitter face-off between powerful governor and the Afghan president.

Afghan Election 2009: Candidate Profiles

A look at some of the candidates in Afghanistan's presidential election.

Tribe Card Key

Herat Youth Turn Backs on Afghan Music

Traditional artists bemoan youngsters’ preference for the likes of Shakira.