Women Reporters Under Threat in Herat
Female journalists stay at home or change profession because of attacks.
1 Jul 09
Afghanistan
Herat Farmers Ditching Poppy for Saffron
Could world’s most expensive spice be answer to search for alternative to poppy cultivation?
24 Jun 09
Afghanistan: May '09
IWPR seeking to bridge gap between classroom studies and daily practice in Herat.
22 Jun 09
Afghanistan: April ‘09
IWPR growing reputation in Afghanistan highlighted by meeting with top US envoy for the region.
22 Jun 09
Gypsies Demand Their Rights
Afghan Jogi, sometimes known as gypsies, have few legal rights, despite having been in Afghanistan for hundreds of years.
22 Jun 09
Judge Investigates Karadzic Deal Allegations
He asks Swedish foreign minister to come forward with any information he might have.
19 Jun 09
Divorce Rate Spirals in Herat
Legal aid groups help women escape abusive husbands – but some argue separation not always best course of action.
18 Jun 09
Drinkers Dismissive of Latest Alcohol Ban
Locals say they will find way round new curbs on drinking.
17 Jun 09
Tajiks Struggle to Cope With Flood Damage
Government lacks resources to handle multiple disasters.
12 Jun 09
Obama Address Gets Cool Afghan Reception
The much-anticipated Cairo speech failed to convince sceptical Afghans that real change was possible.
9 Jun 09
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