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Reports and Analysis

Original reporting by the Afghan Witness team

30 Nov 2023

One year of Sharia punishments

Afghan Witness' in-depth analysis of judicial practices and human rights implications under Taliban rule

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One year of Sharia punishments

29 Nov 2023

Taliban response to Pakistan expulsion of refugees: support announced, but poor conditions reported

The Taliban announced comprehensive support for refugees returning from Afghanistan, but reports of poor conditions have emerged from the camps set up.

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Taliban response to Pakistan expulsion of refugees: support announced, but poor conditions reported

23 Nov 2023

'Violence behind a screen': Event Recap

Afghan Witness reflects on some of the key takeaways of the project’s event on 21 November 2023 with Shaharzad Akbar, Francesca Gentile and Nina Jankowicz. How has online abuse affected Afghan women and what can be done about it?

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'Violence behind a screen': Event Recap

19 Nov 2023

Violence behind a screen: rising online abuse silences Afghan women

Social media has provided a crucial platform for Afghan women since the Taliban takeover, but a new investigation by Afghan Witness reveals how those who dare to speak out are facing a torrent of abuse online. The impacts are devastating for women’s political participation – both online and off.

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Violence behind a screen: rising online abuse silences Afghan women

10 Nov 2023

Increase in claimed ISKP attacks in Afghanistan

AW’s analysis of claimed ISKP attacks found an increase in activity in October, with targeting of Shia civilians resumed and the renewed use of simple gun attacks

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Increase in claimed ISKP attacks in Afghanistan

7 Nov 2023

Afghanistan’s madrasa system under the Taliban

The country’s education system has changed significantly since August 2021. The Taliban have implemented major restrictions on female education, and have pledged to open more madrasas nationwide.

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Afghanistan’s madrasa system under the Taliban

13 Oct 2023

Reports of prominent activist’s arrest sparks protests, but is also met with online hate speech

As news of Zholia Parsi’s alleged arrest surfaced, Afghan Witness monitored the online response.

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Reports of prominent activist’s arrest sparks protests, but is also met with online hate speech

13 Oct 2023

Explosion during Friday prayers in Pul-e Khumri, Baghlan province

Using footage shared online, Afghan Witness confirmed at least two deceased individuals.

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Explosion during Friday prayers in Pul-e Khumri, Baghlan province

2 Oct 2023

Appointment of new Chinese ambassador to Afghanistan triggers mixed responses online

Some framed the event as a sign of recognition from a global superpower, while others criticised the warm reception provided by the Taliban.

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Appointment of new Chinese ambassador to Afghanistan triggers mixed responses online

29 Sept 2023

Uptick in claims of forced displacement across Afghanistan

Afghan Witness has observed an increase in the number of claims of alleged forced displacement and the number of provinces affected.

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Uptick in claims of forced displacement across Afghanistan
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