Afghanistan's High Peace Council: Five Years On
Some Afghans are sceptical about an initiative intended to convince fighters to lay down their arms.
Afghan Rivers Need Better Management
Experts argue that vital resource could be worth of billions of US dollars to the country.
More Doctors Needed in Afghan Districts
Medical centres tend to be concentrated in urban areas, leaving villagers little access to care.
Warnings Over Falling Afghani Currency
Afghan government urged to act so as to fend off an economic crisis
Action Needed on Rural Women's Rights in Afghanistan
Despite some progress, advances in equality have been uneven across the country.
Afghan Sport Needs Investment
Growing public enthusiasm not backed up by funding, especially anywhere outside Kabul.
Official Praise for IWPR's Afghan Debates
Project encourages public participation in politics.
New Wave of Emigration from Afghanistan
Unemployment and security concerns prompt tens of thousands of young people to leave the country.
Afghanistan: Female Prisoners Complain of Bullying
Fear of retribution means victims feel they have no choice but to stay silent.
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