Islam Exerts Growing Influence on Kyrgyz Politics
Some analysts fear that populist measures to promote Islamic values could run out of control in the long run.
21 Sep 07
Afghanistan
Afghan Legislators Want Control Over Rights Body
Parliament tries to rein in the national human rights watchdog in what many see as an attempt to protect its members from war crimes allegations.
21 Sep 07
Refugees Still Waiting at Mokhtar Camp
Little help available for the thousands of people in a refugee camp outside Lashkar Gah.
20 Sep 07
Inside Helmand's Prison
The province’s only jails lacks the funds to provide decent sanitation.
20 Sep 07
Everything For My Bike
Young men in Helmand spend all their cash on motorcycles and accessories.
20 Sep 07
A Helmand Heroine
Fawzia Olumi runs many risks to promote women’s affairs in the province.
20 Sep 07
Driving Licenses For Sale
Chaos on the streets of Helmand’s capital as drivers buy licenses rather than take a test.
20 Sep 07
Going to the Fair
Renewed popularity for traditional fairs where villagers come to buy and sell.
20 Sep 07
Support local journalists