Afghan Women's Fragile Gains Face Threat
Female participation in recent election reached all-time high, but hard-won gains could easily be reversed.
29 Sep 10
Female participation in recent election reached all-time high, but hard-won gains could easily be reversed.
Rising numbers of female drivers despite widespread opposition and harassment in conservative city.
Traders say better quality materials and new designs have boosted traditional handicraft in the north.
Candidate denies assaulting election officers and stuffing ballot boxes.
Afghan media chiefs say IWPR feature helped them better understand lawless reality in province.
Afghan media chiefs say IWPR feature helped them better understand lawless reality in province.
While avoiding large-scale violence, province sees low turnout for Afghan parliamentary election.