Afghanistan: Where Birth Can Bring Death
Few medical facilities mean that maternal mortality remains high.
21 Jun 16
Women
Afghanistan: Stealing Chickens From Widows
Warnings that small-scale development projects are falling victim to corruption.
16 Jun 16
Afghanistan's Women-Only Parks
Green spaces provide a rare opportunity to socialise without fear of harassment.
14 Jun 16
Afghan Province Sees More Women Teachers
Development seen as a long-overdue boost for improving girls’ education.
13 Jun 16
Afghan Police: More Female Officers Needed
Ongoing violence and social prejudice has led to a severe deficit of policewomen.
9 Jun 16
Fleeing the Islamic State
Students are left with no choice but to escape when the militants arrive.
1 Jun 16
Small Investments Reap Big Benefits in Kfar Nabel
Schemes set up by local entrepreneurs are giving hope for a brighter future.
18 May 16
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