by Ehsan Bayat | Jan 19, 2017 | Afghanistan, conservation, Culture, Education, History
Of the news coming out of Afghanistan in recent years, the rediscovery of national treasures once thought to be destroyed is some of the most exciting. During decades of war, and even in the aftermath, looters and pillagers stole antiquities and treasures from ancient...
by Ehsan Bayat | Dec 15, 2016 | Afghanistan, communications, Education, jobs, technology
By focusing on the NGOs (non-governmental organizations) working within Afghanistan, one gets an idea of both how much is being done within the country and how much work there still is to do. ACTED (Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development) was formed in 1993...
by Ehsan Bayat | Dec 8, 2016 | Afghanistan, Education, food, healthcare, jobs, Philanthropy, technology
Despite the improved conditions within Afghanistan in recent years, decades of turmoil have left the nation in disarray. In an effort to address needs and shortfalls within the nation, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have partnered with local organizations to...
by Ehsan Bayat | Oct 27, 2016 | Afghanistan, Culture, Education, History
Centuries of tradition have woven the story of the Kuchi tribe into Afghanistan’s rich tapestry of history. This year, as the seasons once again begin to change, the nomadic tribe should be making its way toward its winter home. In recent years, however, the tribe has...
by Ehsan Bayat | Oct 14, 2016 | Afghanistan, Culture, Education, History
The nation of Afghanistan has sometimes been portrayed as a land of mystery to foreigners, especially people in the West. Here are a few facts that may surprise you and challenge what you think you know about the country. 1. Afghanistan is a multi-ethnic and...
by Ehsan Bayat | Sep 27, 2016 | Afghanistan, Culture, Education
The nation of Afghanistan is rich in a culture that dates back thousands of years. Their people are experiencing a resurgence of national pride. Despite the struggles and difficulties that the nation faces, Afghanistan’s traditional culture and customs are alive and...
