Pinning Hopes on Pistachios
Officials hope reforestation programme will revive northern province’s economy and restore a local tradition.
18 Nov 05
Afghanistan
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
New Tests for Civil Servants
Screening programme designed to improve quality of government workers.
18 Nov 05
A Brutal Winter in Kabul
Record cold temperatures and more than a foot of snow leaves residents shivering and isolated from the rest of the country.
18 Nov 05
Prospects for the Deaf Improve
A school instructs students in sign language, opening a new world of possibilities for many.
18 Nov 05
Census Sparks Controversy
Pashtuns in several communities argue that their numbers have been undercounted, which could affect their representation in the future parliament.
18 Nov 05
Community Spirit on the Wane
A long-standing tradition of neighbour helping neighbour has been undermined by years of conflict and tough economic conditions.
18 Nov 05
Credit Unions Arrive
Financial institutions will act as cooperative banks for people with little access to saving or loan facilities.
18 Nov 05
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