
Osteoporosis makes daily activities difficult for women
A number of young women in Kabul say that developing osteoporosis has made it difficult for them to carry out certain daily tasks.

A number of young women in Kabul say that developing osteoporosis has made it difficult for them to carry out certain daily tasks.

When a family member goes missing, it can create difficulties for the family and increase its responsibilities. In such situations, understanding legal and Sharia perspectives and knowing how to follow up on the case can help clarify responsibilities and make decisions about the family’s future.

For some women in Nuristan, Salma work is more than a traditional craft; it is a way to earn an income and help cover family expenses. However, limited job opportunities, the need for training, and the lack of support programs to help market their products pose major challenges to the expansion of Salma work.

Officials at the Badakhshan Department of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock say climate change has damaged the province’s pistachio forests, reducing the area of natural pistachio forests from more than 10,000 hectares to just over 4,000 hectares.

As the population of Aybak, the capital of Samangan Province, grows and residential areas expand, waste management and garbage collection have become essential needs for the city. Although the Aybak Municipality says it collects household waste according to a schedule, a number of residents complain about delays in garbage collection, bad smells, and environmental pollution. They are calling for more regular services.

Flash floods, soil erosion, and changing rainfall patterns in Panjshir put farmland and farmers’ livelihoods at risk. The Department of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock in Panjshir reports that 11 agricultural infrastructure projects were implemented in Anaba and Abshar districts during the first six months of this year.

The sound of tools and stones being carved fills Noori’s workshop. Women carefully work on the stones, shaping them into different forms. For these women, stone engraving is more than an art. It is an opportunity to learn new skills, earn an income, and support their families.

A number of residents of Asadabad, the capital of Kunar Province, say that expanding construction in recent years has destroyed large areas of greenery in the city. They add that the loss of green areas has contributed to rising temperatures, increased dust, and environmental pollution.

A number of doctors in Samangan say that an unhealthy diet is one of the main causes of anemia among women and girls. They emphasize the importance of a healthy diet and add that anemia can weaken the body’s ability to fight disease.

Charikar, the capital of Parwan Province, is one of Afghanistan’s developing cities, where climate change and poor sewage management are raising concerns about residents’ health. Population growth, the expansion of residential areas, and the lack of a proper sewage collection and treatment system have led many residents to dispose of wastewater through soak pits, open drains, and other traditional methods. As water resources decline due to climate change, these practices increase the risk of groundwater pollution and pose further threats to residents’ health.

The World Bank’s Climate Risk Profile warns that Afghanistan will face higher temperatures, changing rainfall patterns, an increased probability of drought, and expanding dry areas in the coming decades. These changes could affect ecosystems and reduce biodiversity.

A number of residents of Nangarhar Province who work in olive processing say that investment in the olive industry can create job opportunities and help generate income for others.