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If we do not use the energy of youth, the enemy will

HELMAND - In a televised debate in Helmand, panelists agreed that if young people are not given the means to participate in society they are at risk of being recruited by anti-government elements.

02 Apr 2017

Radio Sana, a community station run completely by women, is changing lives in Baghlan

BAGHLAN - Run completely by women, Radio Sana is the only radio station in the Northern City of Pul-e-khumri, Afghanistan.

30 Mar 2017

Kunduz and Takhar businesspeople speak out about challenges of insecurity

KUNDUZ – This month UNAMA supported radio panel discussions held in northeastern Kunduz and Takhar provinces on the role of the private sector in strengthening governance.

26 Mar 2017

Human Rights experts call for an end to fighting in populated areas

HERAT – As part of a series of events broadcast on local radio, UNAMA in Herat organized a panel of human rights experts recently to discuss the protection of civilians in conflict. The discussion was broadcast on Ariana Radio.

22 Mar 2017

Provincial Councils – a bridge between the public and the Government

KUNAR - A UN-backed roundtable discussion in Asadabad, Kunar Province was recently held, where the importance of good governance and public involvement in provincial council activities was discussed.

20 Mar 2017

Security Council extends the mandate of United Nations Mission in Afghanistan by one year

NEW YORK - The UN Security Council has adopted a resolution extending the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan until 17 March 2018.

18 Mar 2017

Strong partnerships crucial for improved service delivery and transparency

BAMYAN - Over 30 members of the Provincial Council, Provincial Government and Civil Society shared ideas and discussed how partnerships can lead to good governance at an event held by UNAMA in Bamyan.

16 Mar 2017

Paktya political leaders work together to promote fair and transparent elections

GARDEZ - Representatives of six political parties from across Paktya Province have come together in a UNAMA-facilitated meeting to openly and frankly discuss their role in elections, as well as peace and reconciliation.

14 Mar 2017

Schoolteachers and local activists take the lead in preventing child casualties in Mazar

MAZAR - Schoolteachers and local activists from Mazar have held a workshop to find ways to prevent the recruitment of children by armed groups, and encourage awareness of the dangers of landmines.

12 Mar 2017

International Women’s Day marked at events across Afghanistan

KABUL - Afghanistan celebrated International Women’s Day on 8 March with events held across the nation focused on empowering women and girls in all areas of Afghan life.

09 Mar 2017

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