Taliban bar women from attending Kandahar trade exhibition: Sources
Despite women's key role in producing these items, they have been excluded from participating in the event.
Business, Women
Afghanistan, Business
Taliban generate nearly $100 million from mines in one year
The ministry reported that revenue from crude oil sales exceeded $80 million, while zinc sales contributed $17.8 million.
Afghanistan, Business, Uncategorized
Food prices rise by 1.3 percent in Afghanistan, Taliban statistics office reports
The price hikes come as the United Nations warns that 22.9 million Afghans are in need of humanitarian assistance, including.
Afghanistan, Business
Use of foreign currency declines in Nimroz, residents say
Nimroz, located in southwestern Afghanistan along the border with Iran, has long seen foreign currencies in use, a practice common.
Business
Citizens say internet costs remain high despite Taliban’s price cuts
The revised rates include one gigabyte of internet for 95 afghanis ($1.20).
Business
Afghanistan’s economy struggled throughout 2024
The Taliban’s policies banning women from the workforce have dealt a severe blow to the economy.
Afghanistan, Business
Kabul’s Shah wa Arus dam inaugurated
The dam is expected to generate 1.2 megawatts of electricity.
Business
Tattered banknotes create daily challenges for Kabul residents
Some Kabul residents say the rise in damaged banknotes, especially smaller denominations like 10 to 100 afghanis
Business
Afghanistan emerges as Iran’s fifth-largest export market, customs chief says
In the first four months alone, Iran exported goods worth $724 million to Afghanistan.
Business
Taliban sell $113,000 worth of tourmaline in Nuristan Province
The auction took place with the oversight of a designated committee, Taliban officials said.