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Women in Southeast Afghan Province Shut Out of Public Life
Local campaigners say that they are not invited to political or cultural gatherings.
18 Jan 16
Parallel Schools for Girls in Southeast Afghan Province
Thousands attend unregistered madrassas where the government has no control.
30 Nov 15
Afghan Women Demand Respect, Rights and Jobs
Forced marriage, domestic violence and economic hardship all require more effective action.
4 Nov 15
Single and Broke? Afghan Tribes Have a Solution
In Khost province, one community agrees to limit the price of getting married.
22 Oct 15
Women Shut Out of Civil Service Jobs in Southeast Afghan Province
Khost has an abysmal record on on upholding equal opportunity rules in local government.
4 Sep 15
Anger Over Long-Delayed Afghan Highway
Crucial route will link provinces and boost local economy, but after seven years’ work, it still isn’t ready.
1 Dec 14
Pakistani Refugees Seek School Places in Afghanistan
Influx from North Waziristan puts strain on already overburdened system.
5 Nov 14
Afghan Amputees Struggle to Access Services
Officials say a clinic established to treat patients from across the southeast lacks proper funding.
9 Oct 14
Afghan Blood Banks Find Willing Donors
Public awareness drive and better organisation mean a steady supply of blood is available in Khost province.
4 Sep 14
Bridges Needed in Flood-Prone Afghan Province
Locals say torrential floods pose threat to their lives as well as harming the local economy.
14 Aug 14
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