Afghanistan: Battle Over Polio Vaccine
Medics fight rumours that programme is a Western plot against Muslims.
Medics fight rumours that programme is a Western plot against Muslims.
Courses on Islamic subjects replace lessons on culture and counter-terrorism.
Investigation suggests that large numbers of children are being sexually assaulted.
Increased fighting and an ongoing economic downturn are leaving many at risk of serious health problems.
Underage workers routinely endure hot, dusty and dangerous conditions.
Children face routine beatings both at home and at school.
Activists warn of flourishing trade in male prostitution and “bacha bazi” or boy play.
A lack of security in districts means that boys and girls can simply not learn.
Impoverished parents and organised gangs routinely exploit children for profit.
Students in Ghazni province say that they are too ashamed to make formal complaints.