Khost’s pine nut traders in dire need of export avenues
According to traders in Khost province, currently only Chinese traders can export pine nuts to China and other countries.
Category: News Report
Committee formed to probe alleged mass shooting of Afghan migrants by Iranian forces
The Islamic Emirate has announced the formation of a committee to investigate reports regarding the shooting of Afghan migrants by Iranian border guards, which have circulated widely in the media over the past two days.
Trade resumes at Torkham crossing as fresh produce season winds down
The Torkham border crossing has officially reopened for commercial transit after a two-month closure. This development coincides with the approaching end of Afghanistan’s fresh produce season.
Last days at the school: A girl’s desperate plea to continue with the studies
“Although I am a top student, I am willing to accept failure this year, just so I can continue my education next year.”
Afghan children hit hard by Iran’s crackdown on migrants
Restrictions on Afghan migrants in Iran, one of the largest host countries for Afghan citizens, are increasingly creating serious challenges for these individuals with children being the hardest hit.
Iran denies reports about mass shooting of Afghan migrants at border
Hassan Kazemi Qomi, Iran’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, has rejected reports about the mass shooting of dozens of undocumented Afghan migrants at the Saravan border.
Pakistan’s entry restrictions create challenges for Afghan fresh produce exports
Afghan traders of fresh fruits and vegetables exporting through the Ghulam Khan border crossing to Pakistan are expressing concerns over restrictive entry limits imposed by the Pakistani government.
Week-long national campaign kicks off to aid ARCS
A special week dedicated to collecting donations for the Afghan Red Crescent Society has officially commenced in Kabul.
Economic hardships hinder Afghan innovators from bringing their projects to life
A group of innovative youths from various provinces of Afghanistan say they face economic challenges in bringing their ideas for variety of mechanical devices into reality.
Equal rights to education, jobs: Women in Laghman demand justice
Women with hearing loss and vision impairment in Laghman are challenging the stigma surrounding disabilities, asserting that their conditions do not define their abilities.
Easy access to narcotics keeps Afghan youths in chain of addiction
A recent series of interviews conducted by Salam Watandar with 18 Afghan youths struggling with narcotic drug addiction reveals alarming findings about their easy access to these substances. This access keeps them trapped in a cycle of addiction.
Female rheumatism patients struggle to find medical facilities
A number of women suffering from rheumatism voice their frustrations regarding the lack of medical facilities in health centers, mostly in public hospitals.
