Tolo News in Dari – October 22, 2023
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Aladdin Orphanage becomes religious school following Taliban return
Khaama: Before the Taliban administration took control, this institution taught the girls modern science and school curriculum subjects. Remedial courses were offered, and the girls were prepared for the university entrance exam, Kankor. However, recent developments have disrupted even the programs of this centre. Click here to read more (external link).
Pakistani Rupees Still Used for Business in Khost: Residents
Tolo News: A number of residents of Khost province, which borders Pakistan, said that land, cars, pine nuts, houses, food, gold, silver and many other goods are still being bought and sold in the province for Pakistani currency instead of Afghan money. Click here to read more (external link).
Afghanistan braced for more ‘passionate’ rivalry with Pakistan
Ariana: Both sides are in desperate need of a win at the World Cup. Pakistan have lost their last two games after a pair of opening wins while Afghanistan pulled off a shock victory over defending champions England but have also slumped to three defeats, AFP reported. Click here to read more (external link).
Taliban Under Fire for Failing Quake Recovery
Michael Hughes: The Taliban, an insurgent outfit that now acts as de facto authorities, have proven adept at tax collection, budget balancing and even external trade. However, their complete incapacity in the face of the recent earthquakes is a disturbing sign for the future of Afghanistan – a country prone to natural cataclysms – from
Tolo News in Dari – October 21, 2023
New SIGAR Report Reveals That U.S. Educational Aid is Benefiting the Taliban
8am: The U.S. Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) has uncovered that the Taliban indirectly access U.S. educational assistance, generating tax revenues for the group. The report highlights the taxation of the income of employees of U.S.-funded educational programs and the tax revenue generated from the sale of American aid items by the Taliban.
UK Govt advises British citizens to avoid travel to Afghanistan
Khaama: The United Kingdom’s Foreign Ministry issued a solid advisory to its citizens, strongly discouraging travel to Afghanistan due to elevated security concerns. In an official statement, the ministry cautioned that terrorists are highly likely to attempt attacks within Afghanistan. Click here to read more (external link).
Oman win T20I series against Afghanistan A
Ariana: Oman defeated Afghanistan A by 15 runs in the third T20I on Friday to take unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series. Sent to bat first by Afghans who won the toss, the hosts posted 171/7 in the 20 overs at Al Amerat Cricket Ground, with Aqib Ilyas (84) and captain Zeeshan Maqsood (40)