Students Learn Lesson in Politics
Some who thought they would be paid for their work for presidential candidates discover they were actually volunteers.
Poppies Retain Powerful Hold
Despite renewed pledges by the government to eradicate the drug trade, those who produce the raw material for heroin insist they have no alternative.
Minister Scorns NGOs' Work
Planning minister says most domestic and international aid organisations are more interested in their own well-being than in aiding Afghans.
Speculation Around Karzai's New Cabinet
Analysts and observers say the newly elected president needs to ensure all ethnic groups are represented in his next government.
Next Up: Parliamentary Elections
Despite the success of the recent presidential vote, some observers wonder whether the country is ready for the general election scheduled for the spring.
Tragic Endings for Many Child Brides
Many young girls continued to be forced into marriages with older men.
Iran Visas Come at a High Price
Many people seeking permission to travel to the neighbouring country say they’re pressured into buying expensive tickets on an Iranian airline.
Cultures Clash Over Women's Rights
A European activist and a liberal religious scholar differ on the roles women can play in Afghan society.
The Man Who Saved Afghan Treasures
The director of Afghanistan’s National Museum describes how he preserved the country’s historic heritage from destruction.
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Journalists need training and support to properly cover war crimes trials.
Ugandan Women Pay the Price of Exploitation
Activists warn that vulnerable domestic workers risk abuse, often returning with serious health conditions.
Harsh Victory at Position X
Commitment, sacrifice and luck secured a vital early win in the south-eastern campaign, but can Ukrainian forces press on?
Behind the Wheel in a Macho City
Some women face Adana's male-dominated traffic chaos for a living.
Life in the Shadows for Armenia’s Transgender Community
Recent murder highlights widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTI people.
Interview: The War on Disinformation
Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.