Child Marriage Rife in Northern Afghanistan
Tribal elders say that most girls are married off before the age of 14.
7 Nov 16
Afghanistan
Gender Violence Rampant in Afghan Province
Suspects exploit disorder to escape to insurgent-controlled areas to evade justice.
7 Nov 16
Warnings Over Afghanistan’s Unofficial Madrassas
Calls for government oversight to avoid young men and women being radicalised.
4 Nov 16
New Women's Park Welcomed in Afghan Province
Dedicated green space will provide opportunities to relax, socialise and run small businesses.
20 Oct 16
Afghan Women Going Places
Female interest in driving is steadily increasing, despite prejudice and opposition.
14 Oct 16
Children Forced into Heavy Labour in Afghan Province
Thousands are employed in menial and dangerous work.
6 Oct 16
Afghanistan: Breaking Taboos Around Menstruation
Women struggle to overcome ignorant attitudes and prejudice.
27 Sep 16
Afghan Province Lacks Any Female Prison Facilities
Officials say this reflects wider issues of gender inequality.
8 Sep 16
Afghan Schoolgirls Run Gauntlet of Abuse
Relentless daily harassment means many are forced to leave education early.
31 Aug 16
Afghanistan: Outrage at Marriage of Six-Year-Old Girl
The case was so extreme that it led to a public outcry.
20 Aug 16
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