Afghanistan

Female Governor Sets Out Agenda

Habiba Sorabi hopes to show that women are equally capable of governing and reviving the country’s shattered economy.

16 Apr 05

President Karzai’s decision to scrap the version he had only just approved reopens the dispute.

16 Apr 05

Hundreds of women taken from their families and forcibly married to Taleban men are taking legal steps to regain their freedom.

3 Mar 05

The return of refugees is causing resentment among ordinary Afghans

3 Mar 05

Worries over hyperinflation increase as the afghani struggles to retain its value in the face of counterfeit notes and a rival currency

3 Mar 05

The future of the Northern Alliance’s largest group is in doubt after some of its leaders call for sweeping changes

3 Mar 05

Haji Qadeer’s murder presents Karzai with arguably his toughest challenge

3 Mar 05

Recent media legislation has failed to curb attempts by politicians to control the country's broadcasting media

3 Mar 05

Frustration over Kabul-Kandahar highway cash leads authorities to issue “funding ultimatum”

3 Mar 05

Afghans donate millions to try to revive the country's ailing schools

3 Mar 05

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