Afghanistan: Pistachio, Not Poppy
New scheme aims to entice locals away from growing narcotics that help fuel insurgency.
10 Jul 18
New scheme aims to entice locals away from growing narcotics that help fuel insurgency.
Bomber defies tight security to launch deadly strike on communal leadership
With little access to healthcare, expectant mothers simply hope for the best.
Limited resources to treat blood cancer leaves many resigned to their fate.
Small-scale producers say they need start-up funding and dedicated space.
Insurgents have imposed their own regulations and curriculum.
Traditional mores often prevent women even working outside the home, let alone running for office.
Lucrative trade risks further delegitimising electoral process.