Afghanistan: Women's ID Cards Traded Ahead of Elections
Lucrative trade risks further delegitimising electoral process.
15 Jun 18
Lucrative trade risks further delegitimising electoral process.
Conservative traditions mean that most do not even have national ID cards.
Most cases are never reported as they are resolved by tribal elders.
A low turn-out risks undermining the credibility of the outcome.
Locals complain of having to travel unreasonable distances for the chance to participate in upcoming polls.
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