News Stories

Moving Exhibition Opens in Kabul - Places victims centre stage of peace efforts

KABUL- Surrounded by a lovingly-arranged collection of fading cherished personal items --a wrist watch, a compact disc, some drawings, a pen and note paper-- a framed photo of Abdul Latif stares out from behind one of many vitrines lined up along the exhibition wall.

22 Feb 2019

Meaningful participation of Afghan women in peace the focus of UN-backed event in Herat

HERAT - The importance of women’s meaningful participation in the national and local peace processes and their active involvement in conflict prevention was at the center of discussions in a day long UN-backed symposium in Herat.

19 Feb 2019

Radio remains key channel for rural communities in northeast Afghanistan to be part of conversations about human rights and peace

KUNDUZ - In its efforts to support public dialogue among Afghans about reconciliation, peace and human rights, UNAMA works closely with local media partners --not just in the provincial capitals but also at district-level.

15 Feb 2019

Protection of children affected by the conflict - focus of workshops in eastern Afghanistan

JALALABAD - Community leaders, government officials and international partners must work closer together to help protect and supp

14 Feb 2019

Increased role for women in Daikundi in public life and decision making

NILI - An increased number of women in the Central Highlands area of Daikundi are taking up positions in public life, working as civil servants and enjoying success in parliamentary elections.

07 Feb 2019