Women

Uphill Struggle for Female Candidates in Herat

Aspiring parliamentarians forced to struggle against widespread resistance to women in politics.

Azeri Human Traffickers Target Vulnerable Women

Tajik Women Vulnerable to Traffickers

Polygamy “Normal” in Tajikistan

Hejab Debate Rages in Tajikistan

No Life Outside for Female Ex-Cons in Afghanistan

Shame culture leaves women ostracised after they have served jail sentences.

Uzbek Officials Fall Foul of Polygamy Ban

Top Female Legislator Draws Controversy

Arguably the country's most popular woman politician, Sister Maha is not short of critics.

Female Suicide On Rise in Herat

Officials report 50 per cent rise in self-immolation and poisoning over last year.

Women Angry Over Shrine Ban

Balkh women say ban on popular women-only day at holy site is latest in series of repressive measures.