Report Leads to Reforms at Afghan Juvenile Centre
Monitoring of inmates and conditions at Kabul detention facility improved after IWPR investigation into child’s death in custody.
10 Aug 11
Afghanistan
Afghan IWPR Contributor Dies in Taleban Attack
Omid Khpelwak had helped arrange an IWPR workshop and agreed to become a local contributor and editor.
2 Aug 11
Afghanistan: Jun/Jul '11 Part I
IWPR report on dire consequences of cheap imports for Herat factories triggers further press coverage.
1 Aug 11
Afghan Media Follow Up Business Story
IWPR report on dire consequences of cheap imports for Herat factories triggers further press coverage.
1 Aug 11
Herat Couples Complain of Taleban-Style Harassment
Outcry after police in western Afghan city arrest unmarried men and women for being out in the streets together
29 Jul 11
Deadly Mines Still Take Toll in Afghanistan
Despite clearance efforts, forgotten landmines cause 50 casualties a month.
28 Jul 11
Mixed Feelings Over Helmand Handover
Afghan satisfaction at gaining control of security mixed with fears for future stability.
28 Jul 11
Afghan Sikhs and Hindus Face Discrimination at School
But is separate schooling the right solution?
28 Jul 11
Afghans Recall Sons From Extremist Madrassas
Reports of young suicide bombers prompt parents to rethink wisdom of sending children to study at Islamic schools in Pakistan.
27 Jul 11
Afghan Lawmakers Tackle Karzai on US Deal
Legislators say president has no right to call national congress to discuss long-term American military presence.
25 Jul 11
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