Afghanistan: Women’s Stories Left Untold
Social barriers still prevent female reporters from working in the media.
 19 Mar 18
Social barriers still prevent female reporters from working in the media.
Locals want to see movement on power, water and transport projects.
Much-anticipated development will irrigate farmland and boost power supplies.
Ban on corporal punishment continues to be widely ignored.
Broadcasters warned against undermining Afghan values.
Aid agencies under pressure to provide food, shelter and education to those seeking refuge.
Cost-effective mud brick buildings could accommodate many more students.
Insurgents order shut down to avoid being tracked by security forces.
Access to benefits is a key incentive to undertake perilous military service.
Officials vow to address concerns over insurgent influence on education.