HERAT CITY (SW) – Health officials in the gynaecological department in Herat have expressed growing concerns over the significant increase in cases of ovarian cysts disease among women and girls in the province.
GHAZNI CITY (SW) – Officials in the Ghazni Security Command report the release of a woman after 12 years of domestic confinement in the province.
KABUL (SW) – In the bustling streets of Mandawi, Kabul’s largest market, the vibrant presence of women preparing for Eid festivities is Irrefutable. Traditionally, and often fueled by their enthusiasm, Afghan women take the lead in readying their homes and families for the joyous occasion of Eid. From meticulously cleaning their households to selecting new attire for themselves and their loved ones, their dedication to the celebration is palpable.
HERAT CITY (SW) – A number of victims of last year’s deadly earthquakes in Zindajan district of Herat, who are now living under tents, told Salam Watandar that while they do not have access to health services, the number of “unwanted abortions” among pregnant women in this district has also increased.
BAMYAN CITY (SW) – Abdullah Sarhadi, the governor of Bamyan, says that two vocational training centers for sewing, embroidery, and beadwork have been established to support women in this province.
HERAT CITY (SW) – In the rural villages of Herat, Afghanistan, a silent revolution is underway as women take charge of their economic destinies through vegetable cultivation.
KABUL (SW) – Findings by Salam Watandar indicate that during the year (solar year) 1402 (21 March 2023 to 20 March 2024) at least 17 sorts of new restrictions were imposed on women in Afghanistan on top of the 49 earlier restrictions imposed in the previous two years under the de-facto government of the Islamic Emirate.
KABUL (SW) – Heather Barr, Associate Director of the Women’s Rights Division at Human Rights Watch, says that “This is a desperately sad time” for Afghanistan and every day going forward, as long as the ban remains in place.
KABUL (SW) – The U.S. Department of State held a meeting on Tuesday, focusing on the economic status of Afghan women, titled the “Coalition for the Economic Resistance of Afghan Women”.
KABUL (SW) – In the wake of mounting restrictions for women and girls in practically all fields of life, a number of females in Kabul city have turned to small scale domestic entrepreneurship to make ends meet for their families.
KHOST CITY (SW) – In yet another blow to free press and freedom of expression, authorities in Khost have issued fresh directives to limit the scope of local media outlets in the province.
HERAT CITY (SW) – In the face of mounting restrictions on movement and liberties, women in Herat province have turned to small scale domestic entrepreneurships to secure a livelihood for their families.
