Education Link to Afghan Insurgency
Taleban footsoldiers are typically the least educated members of society, Farah residents say.
19 Dec 14
Afghanistan
Afghans Debate Sexual Equality and Schooling
Custom often dictates that boys get an education while girls are left "one step behind", speakers at discussion events say.
17 Dec 14
Afghans Demand More of Their Politicians
Voters urged to hold parliamentarians to higher standards in next year’s election.
12 Dec 14
Afghans Believe Rule of Law Vital to Security
Local experts say social injustice has spurred young people to join the Taleban.
9 Dec 14
Afghanistan: Lords of Ghor
Government forces outnumbered four-to-one by dozens of unaccountable militias.
8 Dec 14
How Fair is Traditional Justice in Afghanistan?
Some are not convinced that time-honoured system ensures a fair outcome.
4 Dec 14
Afghan Raisin Producers Hope for Sweeter Future
Years of conflict have taken toll on key export industry.
2 Dec 14
Women in Eastern Afghanistan Demand Education
Literacy rates remain poor in Nangarhar despite adult education programmes.
1 Dec 14
Anger Over Long-Delayed Afghan Highway
Crucial route will link provinces and boost local economy, but after seven years’ work, it still isn’t ready.
1 Dec 14
Afghan Villagers Refuse to Vote for "Selfish" Lawmakers
Ahead of next year’s election, Afghans say they deserve better from their representatives.
1 Dec 14
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