Focus
Afghanistan: Supporting Investigative Reporting & Civil Society
Years active: 2017-2018
Project Purpose
To encourage a culture of constructive public debate and critical thinking in Afghanistan by developing a networked and professionalised local media sector across platforms that values in-depth reporting and promotes good governance and the rule of law.
Brief Summary
The project will identify and work with a cadre of Afghan journalists and related NGOs to build strong nationwide local media capacity, sharing learning and expertise around the need for greater accountability. It will establish a network of peer support for trained journalists (especially women) and targeted organisations to produce high-quality and critical content supporting the related goals of building capacity in the media sector and civil society to improve governance, accountability, and rule of law.
Afghans Still Heading for Iran
Despite the dangers, tens of thousands continue to seek a better future across the border.
Afghanistan: Women-Only Cafes Spark Controversy
New enterprises seem to go too far in promoting independence.
Riches Lie Below the Surface in Afghan Province
Locals say that precious assets are being squandered.
“Unbearable” Corruption in Afghan Province
Local people say they are becoming ever-more alienated from their government.
Surge In Violence Hits Fragile Afghan Economy
Renewed violence is both undermining public confidence and disrupting investment.
Afghanistan: Taleban Collect Millions from Electricity Bills
Insurgent group is exploiting new sources of revenue.
Afghanistan: The Town That Never Was
An IWPR investigation indicates that funds for a new housing project were allowed to simply disappear.
Handicrafts Flourish in Afghan Province
The sector is providing a good living for many disadvantaged women.
Crime Wave Hits Afghan Province
Unrest linked to ongoing tensions over the fate of local leader.