by Ehsan Bayat | Jul 6, 2018 | Afghanistan, Aid, Bayat Foundation, communications, conservation, Culture, Education, Learning, Power, technology, telecommunications
Founded by Fatema and Ehsan Bayat in 2006, the Bayat Foundation aims to provide hope and assistance to Afghans in need while working to rebuild the country. A 501(c)(3) charitable organization based in the United States, the foundation focuses on initiatives designed...
by Ehsan Bayat | Jun 29, 2018 | Afghanistan, communications, construction, jobs, Learning, Power, technology, work
As Afghanistan rebuilds after years of conflict, a new wave of young, ambitious Afghans are slowly but surely revitalizing the country’s tech sector, but they’re not doing it alone. Startup Grind Afghanistan is one of a number of organizations dedicated to supporting...
by Ehsan Bayat | Jun 15, 2018 | Art, conservation, construction, Education, Learning, nature, Power, technology, water, work
According to UN-Habitat, the United Nations program dedicated to building a better urban future, clean, green, and beautiful public spaces are one of the most important elements of a livable city. High-quality public spaces that are not profit-based and that are...
by Ehsan Bayat | Aug 24, 2017 | Afghanistan, charity, communications, Education, healthcare, poverty, Power, technology, water
The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) is one of the most important philanthropic organizations currently working in Afghanistan. To date, with the support of various donors and partners, AKDN has channeled nearly $750 million into Afghanistan’s rebuilding process....
by Ehsan Bayat | Jan 12, 2017 | Afghanistan, communications, jobs, Philanthropy, Power, technology
Within the nation of Afghanistan, the total number of people who have been affected by conflict and war is difficult to ascertain. It is evident, however, that there are an increasing number of needs that must be met in order for the nation to move forward. Many...
by Ehsan Bayat | Nov 10, 2016 | Afghanistan, jobs, Power, technology
Recently, Bayat Energy began a partnership with the government of Afghanistan to develop a three-phase independent power production program. This $250 million investment plan will bring growth, stability, and opportunity to the Sheberghan community, and electricity to...