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FAO leads resilience effort amid climate threats to Afghan agriculture

Richard Trenchard, the Representative of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations in Afghanistan, highlighted the growing impact of climate change on the country's agricultural sector, as farmers struggle with recurring droughts, unpredictable weather and severe water shortages.

Veteran Jawzjan poet reveals pain, seeks support

Global support key to reducing Afghanistan mental health crisis

Uterine TB: Hidden threat to Afghan women

FAO leads resilience effort amid climate threats to Afghan agriculture

Sher Ahmad Usmani

24 Jul 2025 - 11:43

Veteran Jawzjan poet reveals pain, seeks support

Raqiba Poya Aziz

6 Jun 2025 - 09:32

Sayed Mohammad Abedi, a veteran poet and writer in Shiberghan, the capital of northern Jawzjan province, says he writes poetry not for fame, but to reflect the suffering, hopes, and identity of his people.

Global support key to reducing Afghanistan mental health crisis

Vida Qalandari

27 May 2025 - 14:57

The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) says despite three years of progress in Afghanistan’s mental health sector, significant challenges remain. The ministry emphasizes that sustained international support is critical to strengthening mental health services in the country.

Uterine TB: Hidden threat to Afghan women

Afsana Haidari

27 May 2025 - 11:07

For many, tuberculosis (TB) is considered solely a lung disease. However, a gynaecologist warns this illness can also affect the uterus and may be a hidden cause of infertility, recurrent miscarriages and menstrual disorders in women.

Herat youth develops app to raise awareness about illnesses

Benyamin Bariz

19 Feb 2025 - 19:52

For the first time, a young man in western Herat has developed an online application to raise public awareness about non-communicable diseases including cancer and heart diseases.

Afghanistan set for Champions Trophy debut: Shahidi

Hijratullah Kakar

18 Feb 2025 - 13:06

Afghanistan’s skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi says they are fully prepared for their maiden appearance in the ICC Champions Trophy.

Nangarhar-based Dost Radio beset by financial woes

Wali Mohammad Shinwari

13 Feb 2025 - 12:25

Officials at Dost Radio in eastern Nangarhar province say financial difficulties are affecting their operations, with several employees experiencing delays in receiving salaries.

Football team ready to give tough fight in Asia Cup: Manochehir

Sohrab Sarwari

12 Feb 2025 - 16:57

Under-17 Football Head Coach Elyas Manochehir has said the national team would face tough competition in the 2025 Asian Cup but they are ready to put a good fight.

1,044 Afghan personalities return from abroad in 3 years

Hijratullah Kakar

3 Feb 2025 - 17:17

More than 1,000 Afghans returned back to the country over the past three years through the government’s Contact Commission for Afghan Personalities, an official said on Monday.

Asan Khedmat centres being expanded: NSIA

Zainullah mahbobi

28 Jan 2025 - 11:33

The National Statistics and Information Authority (NSIA) has unveiled plans to establish a large complex for Asan Khedmat (Easy Service) Centres in Kabul in the near future.

Elderly Rafiullah graduates from Ghazni University

Wahidullah Jumazada

25 Jan 2025 - 16:17

A 70-year-old Rafiullah graduated from Ghazni University’s literature department in southern Ghazni province three days ago.

Around 15,000 new disabled persons registered annually countrywide

Sohrab Sarwari

2 Dec 2024 - 17:13

Coinciding with December 3, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) says 16,000 to 18,000 new disabled persons registered in Afghanistan annually.

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