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University entrance exam in Afghanistan: a significant decrease in participants
The Kankoor (Afghan university entrance exam) process for universities and higher education institutions in 34 provinces of Afghanistan has concluded.…
The child labour crisis in Afghanistan: the Taliban’s ban on women‘s right to work increases child labour and poverty
“If I go to school, my family will have nothing to eat,” said Johar. “I am the sole breadwinner for…
Open Mic: Ep 1 with Marwa Hoshmand – The Afghan Times podcast
Welcome to the first episode of Open Mic – The Afghan Times Podcast, where we share inspiring stories of resilience, hope,…
Afghan Women Face Serious Challenges Amid Flooding
Maqsooda and her daughters now drink as little water as possible during the day. They prefer to spend hours in…
Afghanistan Flash floods leave women struggling to access sanitary products
Women in the flooded provinces do not feel they can talk about periods and sanitary products. Women affected by flash…
Six Months After the Devastating Earthquakes: Continuing Challenges
In October 2023, four large earthquakes measuring Mww 6.3 each struck Herat, displacing several families who now reside in tents…
Afghanistan has experienced floods that have resulted in the death of 11 people and injuries to many others
According to Janan Saiq, the spokesperson for the State Ministry for Disaster Management Affairs under the control of Taliban, heavy…
Before reaching hospital, the woman and her child died
Karimdad Rahimi, a resident of Baghlan province, said the dire situation faced by women during childbirth due to the lack…
Young people in Khost have launched a campaign to enroll children in schools
In Khost province, a group of young people are going from village to village to encourage enrolling school-aged children in…
Amidst strict limitations, online education offers hope for female Afghan students
This report has been prepared by Saeedullah Safi & Gulaly Najib from The Afghan Times – 16 August 2023 BAN…
Afghan new school year begins with more than 1 million girls barred from education
Today marks the beginning of the school year in Afghanistan, with over two million students expected to enroll, representing a…