Features and Investigative Reports

While consecutive droughts in Nimroz province have severely impacted agriculture, recently some farmers have revived their cracked and dried lands by adopting the modern method of drip irrigation, transforming them into green fields once again.

Due to prolonged drought, reduced rainfall and the absence of a standard sewage system, underground water in the capital of central Daikundi province is becoming increasingly contaminated.

Doctors in Afghanistan report that a lack of awareness among families about autism often leads to delayed diagnosis in children.

Residents of Ghar Moshak village in Zindajan district of western Herat province say the only health centre in their area has been out of operation for the past five months, leaving them without access to even the most basic health services.

KHOST (Pajhwok): A number of child workers gather every morning before sunrise in the Gurbuz district of southeastern Khost province to go to work in

A number of residents of southern Ghazni province have raised concerns over the noise pollution caused by loudspeakers used by street vendors and mobile sellers, saying the constant noise is affecting their well-being.

Some farmers in northern Jawzjan province say they are facing sharp declines in agricultural yields amid severe drought, calling for urgent support from the caretaker government and aid organisations.

With small hands but big dreams, Haida Shafaq, a 14-year-old girl from Kabul, has transformed her artistic passion into a thriving small business.

Health specialists recommend that women should undergo a dental examination before becoming pregnant to ensure good oral health, as procedures such as fillings or extractions can pose risks during pregnancy.

Expecting mothers in Dawlatyar district of western Ghor province face severe health risks due to limited prenatal care, lack of awareness, and cultural barriers that prevent access to essential medical services.

In the Sabari-Yaqubi district of southeastern Khost province, students of a high school named Khalbisat are forced to attend classes beside a cemetery due to the lack of a proper school building.

Although marriage is meant to bring happiness and stability in one’s life, in parts of Afghanistan, exorbitant dowries and costly wedding expenses have become major obstacles, disrupting the lives and futures of many young people.