12 h. ago UN warns restrictions on women in Afghanistan to cost $920 million by 2026

The UN warns that restrictions on women in Afghanistan will result in a $920 million loss by 2026, worsening economic conditions. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Afghanistan has warned that the Taliban’s restrictions on women and girls will lead to approximately $920 million in losses by 2026. This forecast, released on Wednesday, April […] The post UN warns restrictions on women in Afghanistan to cost $920 million by 2026 appeared first on Khaama Press.

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32 h. ago In Afghanistan, women and girls fight oppression through continued education

In Afghanistan, women and girls fight oppression through continued education  Global Voices

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32 h. ago UN official says women aid workers in Afghanistan must be able to work

UN official says women aid workers in Afghanistan must be able to work  Amu TV

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32 h. ago Heather Barr: Taliban’s exclusion of women deprives Afghanistan of skilled workforce

Heather Barr: Taliban’s exclusion of women deprives Afghanistan of skilled workforce  Amu TV

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59 h. ago UN: 70% of women in Afghanistan face barriers to accessing humanitarian aid

A recent UN report highlights that 70% of women in Afghanistan struggle to access humanitarian aid due to various restrictions. A recent report by the United Nations Women’s Division highlights that over 70% of women in Afghanistan face significant barriers to accessing humanitarian aid. The report points to a lack of female staff in humanitarian […] The post UN: 70% of women in Afghanistan face barriers to accessing humanitarian aid appeared first on Khaama Press.

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60 h. ago Gender Inequality in Afghanistan: Women Face Aid Barriers and Rising Violence

Gender Inequality in Afghanistan: Women Face Aid Barriers and Rising Violence  Hasht-e Subh Daily

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3 d. ago Afghanistan’s university entrance exams to start without women for fourth year

Afghanistan’s university entrance exams to start without women for fourth year  Amu TV

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9 d. ago US Plans to Remove Special Envoy Office for Women in Afghanistan

The U.S. plans to remove the Special Envoy for Women in Afghanistan, raising concerns about support for women’s rights. Four U.S. officials have revealed that the Trump administration is planning major changes within the U.S. State Department, as outlined in a draft executive order. These changes could include eliminating the position of Special Envoy for […] The post US Plans to Remove Special Envoy Office for Women in Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago Afghan female footballer in Germany faces deportation threat

An Afghan female footballer, seeking refuge in Germany after fleeing Taliban threats, now faces deportation under EU asylum policies. Nazira Khairzad, a former player of the Afghanistan women’s national football team, is facing possible deportation from Germany to Italy, despite fleeing her home country due to security threats posed by the Taliban. Her case has […] The post Afghan female footballer in Germany faces deportation threat appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago Banned by the Taliban, this is how Afghanistan’s women cricketers got back on the world stage

Banned by the Taliban, this is how Afghanistan’s women cricketers got back on the world stage  The Sydney Morning Herald

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1 week ago Banned by the Taliban, this is how Afghanistan’s women cricketers got back on world stage

Banned by the Taliban, this is how Afghanistan’s women cricketers got back on world stage  The Sydney Morning Herald

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1 week ago Afghanistan women’s cricket team to receive funding from the International Cricket Council

Afghanistan women’s cricket team to receive funding from the International Cricket Council  MSN

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1 week ago Afghanistan’s Women Cricketers welcome financial support from ICC

Afghanistan’s women cricketers have expressed gratitude for the ICC’s financial support, offering hope for their professional careers abroad. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced financial support for Afghanistan women cricketers in exile, a move that was met with tears and joy. This decision, announced on Thursday, April 17, 2025, involves creating a dedicated fund […] The post Afghanistan’s Women Cricketers welcome financial support from ICC appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago Amid Gender Apartheid In Afghanistan, Women Face Deportations

Amid Gender Apartheid In Afghanistan, Women Face Deportations  Religion Unplugged

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2 w. ago After fighting for women's rights in Afghanistan, Pennsylvania welcomes Delco father as a refugee

After fighting for women's rights in Afghanistan, Pennsylvania welcomes Delco father as a refugee  CBS News

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2 w. ago Women in Afghanistan Continue to be Resilient Amid Oppression

Women in Afghanistan Continue to be Resilient Amid Oppression  GW Today

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2 w. ago UN warns Taliban restrictions on women could cost Afghanistan $1 billion in two years

UN warns Taliban restrictions on women could cost Afghanistan $1 billion in two years  Amu TV

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2 w. ago ICC says Afghanistan women’s team to get formal support and elite coaching

ICC says Afghanistan women’s team to get formal support and elite coaching  The Independent

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2 w. ago 3.5 Million Children in Afghanistan at risk of Malnutrition this year: WFP

Afghanistan is facing an unprecedented nutrition crisis, with nearly 3.5 million children under the age of five projected to suffer from acute malnutrition in the current year. This includes approximately 867,300 cases of severe acute malnutrition (SAM) and 2.6 million cases of moderate acute malnutrition (MAM). Additionally, around 1.2 million pregnant and breastfeeding women are […] The post 3.5 Million Children in Afghanistan at risk of Malnutrition this year: WFP appeared first on Khaama Press.

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2 w. ago Funding Set For Displaced Afghanistan Women Cricketers, But Questions Remain

Funding Set For Displaced Afghanistan Women Cricketers, But Questions Remain  Forbes

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