Afghanistan

Afghanistan: Mar ‘08

IWPR staff brief international media on key Afghan news developments.

Afghanistan: Mar ‘08

IWPR-trained reporter wins European journalism award for coverage of northern Afghanistan.

Helmand: Derided Police Turn Over New Leaf

Despite their tarnished reputation, the province's police have recently scored major successes.

Tajiks Dispute Benefits of Hunting

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.

Afghanistan: Feb ‘08

IWPR reporters receive plaudits for their work, which draws ever-growing interest from local and international media organisations.

Afghanistan: Feb ‘08

IWPR assists with survey on Afghan attitudes towards the media and raises awareness of plight of imprisoned journalism student.

White Magic in Northern Afghanistan

Whether it is love, money or health, Mazar-e-Sharif’s healers have the cure.

Voices from Afar: Afghan Justice

Northern Afghanistan Faces New Security Threat

Former warlords apparently exploiting Kabul’s preoccupation with violence-plagued south to stake claim on their old fiefdoms.

Helmand's Opium Habit Here to Stay

The government makes a strong start to its annual eradication effort in Helmand, but farmers predict the enthusiasm will be short-lived.