New Census Key to Progress
Authorities hope accurate demographic data will help them rebuild their war-ravaged country.
21 Feb 05
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Afghanistan: Buddha Caves Provide Refuge
Hundreds of homeless Afghan families find shelter amid the ruins of the Bamiyan Buddhas
21 Feb 05
Snows Bring Relief from Drought
Change in weather bolsters millions of farmers who’ve been struggling to eke out a living.
21 Feb 05
Women Tune into Progress
A new radio station for women is seen by them as yet another breakthrough in their quest for greater rights.
21 Feb 05
Ruined Libraries Rise from the Ashes
Kabul's libraries were no more than targets for missiles in wartime but now a huge effort is underway to restore some of their old glory.
21 Feb 05
Hekmatyar Loyalists on the Warpath
Supporters of the Afghan warlord say they are ready to launch a holy war against the Americans.
21 Feb 05
Provincial Tensions Ahead of Loya Jirga
Disputes over the military command of several provinces are raising tensions in the run-up to next month's grand assembly.
21 Feb 05
Amulet Makers Work Their Charms
Love potions and other traditional mystical remedies are growing in popularity, to the annoyance of many Islamic scholars.
21 Feb 05
Karzai Elected President
As expected, Hamed Karzai has been elected head of Afghanistan's transitional government at the grand assembly.
21 Feb 05
Perilous Road to Iran
Desperate to get to Iran, Afghans entrust their money and lives to smugglers.
21 Feb 05
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