Women
2 weeks ago
Taliban Forces Closure of Women-Only Restaurants: The Last Haven for Afghan Women Workers Under Threat
In Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, the closure of these women-run small restaurants is a significant setback. Since…
Sports
2 weeks ago
Triumph Over Adversity: Afghan Women Athletes to Shine at Paris Olympics
The upcoming Paris Olympics will witness three remarkable Afghan women representing their country despite women…
Education
2 weeks ago
Afghan women and girls join online study programs despite Taliban’s ban on female education
The providers report strong demand from Afghan women for English language, science, and business courses.…
Education
3 weeks ago
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…
Children
June 10, 2024
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…
Women
May 31, 2024
A woman is giving girls hope by providing opportunities
“My brothers can go to school, but I cannot. Always at home, I am tired,”…
Open Mic
May 29, 2024
Open Mic Ep 1 – The Afghan Times podcast
Episode: Under Taliban rule, girls in Afghanistan are now banned from attending school past the…
Children
May 26, 2024
Floods in Baghlan have left tens of thousands of children homeless
Saeedullah, 12 years old, was seated on the ground of his destroyed house in Baghlan…
Women
May 20, 2024
Afghan Women Face Serious Challenges Amid Flooding
Maqsooda and her daughters now drink as little water as possible during the day. They…
Women
May 14, 2024
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…
