Taliban’s divergent observance of Arafat day stirs confusion, criticism
This decision has sparked confusion and frustration among Afghan citizens, who are now uncertain about which observance to follow....
Students report forced marriages due to continued ban on Girls’ education
Several female students have shared that since the schools closed, their families have compelled them into forced marriages, resulting in dire circumstances....
Taliban’s wage cuts for female employees deemed ‘unjust’
Women warned that this drastic pay cut will lead to severe economic hardships, leaving their children hungry....
Afghanistan: Children grapple with widespread malnutrition amid endemic poverty
On June 7, World Food Safety Day, estimates indicated that 16 million Afghans lack access to adequate food. Suraya, a resident of Herat, is among those struggli...
Experts say private sector in Afghanistan struggles with many challenges
The experts argued that the country’s private sector lack the necessary work facilities and that they need increased support from relevant institutions....
No indication yet on girls’ participation in upcoming university entrance exam
This year’s university entrance exam will be conducted in five stages across 34 provinces....
Taliban refrains from disclosing budget, income in past two years
Taliban-run Finance Ministry announced that the budget document has been approved by its reclusive supreme leader, but did not share details of the budget....
Regional meetings on Afghanistan increase ahead of Doha summit
In a latest development, envoys from China, Uzbekistan, India and Russia held separate meetings....