Three years on from Taliban takeover, Afghan women pay the price
Three years ago, the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan, dramatically altering the social and political landscape. The takeover marked the beginning of a period of stringent rule that has significantly…
Health and Malnutrition in Afghanistan: A Worsening Crisis Amidst Taliban Rule
For World Food Day, October 16, 2024, the Afghan Times and IUF Asia/Pacific released a report “Women and Food Insecurity in Afghanistan” highlighting the country’s worsening food crisis, deteriorating health conditions, and rising malnutrition, exacerbated by…
Travel
Concerns Mount Over Suspension of Swedish Committee’s Activities in Afghanistan
There are concerns over the suspension of the Swedish Committee for Afghanistan activities in Afghanistan. Many employees and assistants of the organization are upset about the harmful consequences that this…
The Classroom That Refuses to Disappear
In Afghanistan, over 7,000 schools have no buildings, and more than 2.2 million girls are banned from learning. In this context, even a dirt-floor classroom becomes a sanctuary of resistance—where…
Bound by Silence: Maryam’s Fight Against an Unyielding System
In a society where divorce is nearly impossible and the laws are stacked against them, Afghan women like Maryam fight to break free from abusive marriages, only to face a…
Open Mic: Ep 3 with Husna Rafi – The Afghan Times Podcast
Welcome to the third episode of Open Mic – The Afghan Times Podcast, where we share inspiring stories of resilience, hope, and courage from Afghanistan. Listen now In this episode, we feature…
Featured Writers
Open Mic: Ep 17 with Harir Afghan – The Afghan Times Podcast
In this episode of The Afghan Times Podcast, we are joined by Harir Afghan, a resilient young woman whose journey of strength and perseverance is a testament to the power…
Historic Moment: Afghanistan Women’s Cricket Team Plays First International Match in Exile
In a groundbreaking event for Afghan women’s cricket, the Afghanistan Women’s XI played a 20-over…
Afghan Women Face Serious Challenges Amid Flooding
Maqsooda and her daughters now drink as little water as possible during…
Open Mic: Ep 10 with Simin Nadeem – The Afghan Times Podcast
In this episode of The Afghan Times Podcast, we welcome Simin Nadeem,…
Taliban Policies Worsen Afghanistan’s Food Insecurity Crisis
For World Food Day, October 16, 2024, the Afghan Times and IUF Asia/Pacific released a report “Women…
Oponio
The struggle of Afghan women to find food
Bibi, a mother from Afghanistan, wakes up every morning with a heavy heart, knowing that another day of struggle lies ahead. With deep lines etched on her face from years…
Latest Stories
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…
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.
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
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.
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…
Open Mic: Ep 22 with Alina Naseri
In this episode of The Afghan Times Podcast, we welcome Alina Naseri, a determined 15-year-old woman from Afghanistan who refuses…
My Sister Taught Girls in Secret — They Took Her Away
Anonymously My sister was 22. She was brave in a quiet way—not with weapons, but with books. After the Taliban…
The Classroom That Refuses to Disappear
In Afghanistan, over 7,000 schools have no buildings, and more than 2.2 million girls are banned from learning. In this…
Plays
Wordle
Guess words from 4 to 11 letters and create your own puzzles.
Letter Boxed
Create words using letters around the square.
Spelling Bee
How many word you can make with 6 letters.
Chess Reply
Play Historic chess games.
Crossword Puzzle
Fill the white boxes with the answers to a series of questions.
Magic Tiles
Match elements and keep your chain going.