Saving Parwez Kambakhsh
International pressure is all that stands between a young journalism student and the death penalty, say his supporters.
International pressure is all that stands between a young journalism student and the death penalty, say his supporters.
US military rejects accusations that it is building a local replacement for Guantanamo Bay, but Afghans are angered at plans for the new prison.
As Abdul Samad Rohani’s friends mourn his death, fellow-journalists in Helmand vow to uphold the high standards he set.
Helmand governor says major international operation is causing humanitarian crisis.
Compared with just one year ago, the number of children recorded as going to school is tiny.
The traditional rough-riding sport is as strong as ever, and there are even plans to make it international.
IWPR staff brief international media on key Afghan news developments.
IWPR-trained reporter wins European journalism award for coverage of northern Afghanistan.
Despite their tarnished reputation, the province's police have recently scored major successes.
Scientists warn that many species are under threat, as local communities have no stake in face extinction as a result of poorly regulated hunts and poachers.