Taleban Attacks Inflame Anti-Western Feeling
Insurgents see civilian casualties in urban bombings as way of fueling resentment of international forces.
Anger Wells up at Poor Water in Northern Afghan City
Residents say failure to deliver on promise of new wells means water-borne diseases continue to plague Charikar.
Female Suicide On Rise in Herat
Officials report 50 per cent rise in self-immolation and poisoning over last year.
Crime Wave Alarms Balkh Residents
Surge in kidnappings and murder has worried locals in what has been a relatively peaceful province.
Afghan Peace Jirga Scepticism
Critics say that participants are too close to the government and do not represent wider Afghan society.
Glimmer of Hope for Gypsy Education?
Officials in Balkh say they’re considering provision of schooling for Afghan Jogi, but community remains distrustful of the authorities.
Women Angry Over Shrine Ban
Balkh women say ban on popular women-only day at holy site is latest in series of repressive measures.
IWPR Trainee Breaks Top Story
Curfew in troubled region of northern Pakistan eased following IWPR trainee’s scoop.
Pakistan Trainee Gets Big Break
Talented Open Minds trainee offered exciting opportunity on national radio.
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