Afghan Media Crying Out for Female Voices
Women are being prevented from pursuing careers in journalism.
Afghanistan: Women Divorcing Addict Husbands
Officials report that large numbers of women are choosing to end their marriages.
Afghan Women Dream of Sports
Prejudice and scarce resources mean that few have the opportunity to play, let alone compete.
The Rise of the Afghan Saleswoman
Female shop assistants are defying tradition – and bringing in extra business.
Leishmaniasis Ruins Afghan Women’s Lives
Health officials are concerned by rising rates of the parasitic disease.
Afghanistan: Women Fall Victim to Opium
Few resources available to address endemic addition in northeastern province.
Afghanistan: Sold for a Herd of Cows
Activists speak out about practice in which brides are exchanged for livestock.
Afghan Women Take on Farming
Small-scale agricultural ventures are changing attitudes as well as boosting incomes.
Afghanistan: Where Birth Can Bring Death
Few medical facilities mean that maternal mortality remains high.
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