Winter Takes Toll on Refugees Living in Kabul
Desperate conditions continue for displaced people who cannot to go home.
18 Nov 05
Afghanistan
Imports Threaten Local Industries
Clothing and shoe manufacturers complain that they’re unable to compete with lower cost goods imported mainly from China.
18 Nov 05
Eid Arrives in Afghanistan
While some worry about the costs associated with celebrating the holiday, most look forward to following the tradition.
18 Nov 05
Women Get Fit in Kabul
The nation gets its first exercise centre for women, but concerns over public reactions mean its location must be kept secret.
18 Nov 05
Collecting Bombs and Bullets
A new programme seeks to remove munitions left over from years of war.
18 Nov 05
Ancient Human Remains Seized
As part of its effort to preserve the country’s historic treasures, an undercover Afghan police operation discovers two bodies apparently destined for export.
18 Nov 05
Pinning Hopes on Pistachios
Officials hope reforestation programme will revive northern province’s economy and restore a local tradition.
18 Nov 05
Standing Up for Human Rights
As head of the Afghan Independent Human Rights Commission, Sima Samar continues her efforts to build a just society in her homeland.
18 Nov 05
Crisis in Supreme Court
Observers say President Karzai missed an opportunity to reform the country’s ineffective judicial system when he re-appointed all but one of the nine high court judges.
18 Nov 05
Government to Take Over Mine Clearance
The responsibility for removing the deadly devices from the country will shift from the United Nations to officials in Kabul.
18 Nov 05
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