Afghanistan: Lords of Ghor
Government forces outnumbered four-to-one by dozens of unaccountable militias.
Government forces outnumbered four-to-one by dozens of unaccountable militias.
Some are not convinced that time-honoured system ensures a fair outcome.
Years of conflict have taken toll on key export industry.
Literacy rates remain poor in Nangarhar despite adult education programmes.
Crucial route will link provinces and boost local economy, but after seven years’ work, it still isn’t ready.
Ahead of next year’s election, Afghans say they deserve better from their representatives.
Poppy fields flourish despite claims by security forces that eradication efforts are proving effective.
Graft endemic in both local and national government institutions.
New initiative aims to reduce mortality rates in remote parts of the province.
Tensions build in eastern region as Kabul blames Islamabad for attacks.