Open Mic: Ep 23 with Mahnaz Haidary

In this episode of The Afghan Times Podcast, we welcome Mahnaz Haidary, a 17-year-old Afghan girl and high school student living in Iran. From sports to education, she is determined…

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Taliban Arrest Children in Ghazni, Accuse Them of Selling Hair and Theft

Rights groups condemn arbitrary detention of minors amid rising abuse of power by Taliban authorities.

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Girls Too Young to Carry Children: Voices from Afghanistan’s Frontlines of a Growing Maternal Health Emergency

Premature Births Double in Central-Southern Afghanistan Amid Alarming Rise in Child Marriages

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How Aid Cuts Are Fueling a Malnutrition Crisis in Afghanistan: What You Need to Know

With 3.5 million children at risk, reduced humanitarian support has left families and health systems overwhelmed.

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We Dance Behind Locked Doors

Anonymously We used to dance in weddings. Now, we dance in silence. There’s a basement in our neighborhood with a single speaker and a cracked mirror. Once a week, five…

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Education Challenges Persist for Afghan Children in Khost Province

In Babrak Thana, Khost province, Afghan students demonstrate remarkable resilience as they pursue their education in makeshift classrooms lacking basic facilities. Despite facing numerous challenges, including a severe shortage of…

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UNESCO and Partners Prioritize Digitization of Bamyan Buddha Statues

The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has underscored the…

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Education Challenges Persist for Afghan Children in Khost Province

In Babrak Thana, Khost province, Afghan students demonstrate remarkable resilience as they…

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Open Mic: Ep 23 with Mahnaz Haidary

I once dreamed of helping my family. Now, I dream of helping…

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Afghanistan Clinches Thrilling Victory Over Ireland in Second T20

Afghanistan's cricket team secured a nail-biting win against Ireland in the second…

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The Dire State of Afghan Children: Facing Hardships and Threats

The plight of Afghan children remains dire as they grapple with a multitude of challenges, exacerbating an already precarious situation.…

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Struggles Persist for Residents of Gharshin district

Struggles Persist for Residents of Gharshin district in Khost due to Lack of Basic Facilities Residents of the Gharshin district…

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AJC Reports Increased Pressures and Threats on Media and Journalists

In its annual report released on March 17th, commemorating National Journalists' Day, the Afghanistan Journalists' Center highlights a concerning trend…

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