Central Asia
Cautious Welcome for Batken Kindergarten
A new nursery school in southern Kyrgyzstan is offering innovative teaching to prepare children for school, but locals have taken their time to get used to it.
4 Aug 09
Will Feast Restrictions Work in Kyrgyzstan?
To find out whether plans to legislate against lavish spending on weddings and other celebrations will work, Nurlan Abdaliev visited neighbouring Tajikistan, where similar restrictions are already in place.
4 Aug 09
Poverty Tajikistan's Only Growth Area
More than half the population are already classed as poor, and things look set to get worse as incomes and job opportunities are squeezed.
4 Aug 09
Water Shortages Spark Rare Protests
4 Aug 09
Herat Youth Turn Backs on Afghan Music
Traditional artists bemoan youngsters’ preference for the likes of Shakira.
31 Jul 09
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