The Thirst of a Nation: Two Sisters’ Daily Walk for Survival in Afghanistan

In the desolate hills of rural Afghanistan, life revolves around the simplest and most essential of human needs: water. It’s dawn, and the sun casts its first light over a…

By The Afghan Times 10 Min Read

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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 in Khost continue to grapple with a lack of essential…

By Mar Afghan 1 Min Read

Open Mic Ep 1 – The Afghan Times podcast

Welcome to the first episode of Open Mic – The Afghan…

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Open Mic Ep 4 – The Afghan Times Podcast

Welcome to the fourth episode of Open Mic – The Afghan…

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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…

By Mar Afghan 1 Min Read

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…

By The Afghan Times 2 Min Read

Afghan Women Celebrate Shab-e-Yalda in Secrecy Amid Taliban Restrictions

In the shadow of Taliban-imposed restrictions, Afghan women activists gathered in secret to celebrate Shab-e-Yalda,…

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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…

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Taliban Ordered Women in Kabul to Wear Hijab: “To Save Young Men from Fitna, or Falling into Sin”

The Taliban's Ministry for the Propagation of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice announced today, that the ministry's ombudsmen discussed…

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Female Afghan Martial Artist Arrested in Islamabad, Fears Deportation to Taliban-Controlled Afghanistan

Nargis Dowlatshahi, an Afghan sportswoman and martial artist, finds herself in a dire situation after being arrested by Islamabad police…

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A woman is giving girls hope by providing opportunities

"My brothers can go to school, but I cannot. Always at home, I am tired," said Sahra. She was an…

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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…

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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…

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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.…

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Female doctors who have fled Afghanistan are facing numerous challenges in Pakistan

According to a report by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2024, Afghanistan's health sector urgently requires assistance. The report…

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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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Boundaries Beyond the Field: What Cricket Means for Afghan Children

In the shadow of a war-torn land, where bomb craters and sandstorms decorate the landscape, a different kind of rhythm plays out. The sound of bat meeting ball rings clear,…

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Female Afghan Martial Artist Arrested in Islamabad, Fears Deportation to Taliban-Controlled Afghanistan

Nargis Dowlatshahi, an Afghan sportswoman and martial artist, finds herself in a dire situation after being arrested by Islamabad police this morning. The young woman, who fled Afghanistan a year…

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Escalating Crisis: Afghan Migrants in Pakistan Face Raids, Arrests, and Deportations

Parisa had always thought of Pakistan as a temporary refuge. After fleeing Afghanistan in 2023, she believed that Islamabad could offer a safe haven from the Taliban’s wrath. As a…

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Taliban Reaffirms Ban on Women Working in NGOs, Expands Restrictions

The Taliban has doubled down on its ban on women working in non-governmental organizations (NGOs), issuing a follow-up directive on December 26, 2024, to enforce the controversial measure first announced…

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Taliban Leader Bans Windows Overlooking Neighboring Homes to Restrict Women’s Visibility

The Taliban’s supreme leader, Hibatullah Akhundzada, has issued a directive banning the construction of windows in residential buildings that overlook neighboring homes, particularly those housing women. The order, announced through…

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Afghan Women Celebrate Shab-e-Yalda in Secrecy Amid Taliban Restrictions

In the shadow of Taliban-imposed restrictions, Afghan women activists gathered in secret to celebrate Shab-e-Yalda, an ancient tradition marking the longest night of the year. The once-vibrant festivities, filled with…

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Open Mic: Ep 9 with Wazhma Sayel – The Afghan Times Podcast

In this episode of The Afghan Times Podcast, we welcome Wazhma Sayel, a young woman from Kunduz, Afghanistan. Listen now "They say what lies behind us and what lies before…

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Open Mic Ep 8 with Sana Siddiqi – The Afghan Times Podcast

In this episode of The Afghan Times Podcast, we welcome Sana Siddiqi, a young woman from Kabul, Afghanistan, who shares her journey of resilience in the face of adversity. Listen…

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‘You Will Not Grow Up in Silence’: A Former Athlete Mother’s Fight for Freedom

It is a cold December day in Kabul, the biting wind swirling through crowded streets where men clad in thick coats shuffle past shuttered shops and muted markets. Hidden behind…

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Open Mic: Ep 7 with Zuhal Faizi – The Afghan Times Podcast

In this episode of Open Mic, Zuhal Faizi talks about her struggles as an Afghan girl fighting for her right to education. She shares her dreams, the pain of seeing…

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Dreams Locked Behind Gates: The Closure of Midwifery Training Centers in Afghanistan

The sun was low over Kabul, casting a soft orange glow on the mountains as Amina stepped out of her modest home. Her bag was slung over her shoulder, filled…

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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…

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The Thirst of a Nation: Two Sisters’ Daily Walk for Survival in Afghanistan

In the desolate hills of rural Afghanistan, life revolves around the simplest and most essential of human needs: water. It’s dawn, and the sun casts its first light over a…

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The Afghan Times Launches “Open Skies, Closed Doors”: A New Initiative to Highlight the Education Crisis in Afghanistan

The Afghan Times is proud to announce the launch of a new category, “Open Skies, Closed Doors,” dedicated to bringing attention to the education crisis in Afghanistan. With a focus…

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Open Skies, Closed Doors: The Education Crisis in Afghanistan

As the first light of dawn begins to illuminate the Afghan mountains, Fatima, a 10-year-old girl, wraps her scarf tightly around her head and shoulders, bracing against the chill of…

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