Our work in Afghanistan

Our work in Afghanistan focuses on health, education, governance and human rights. In partnership with the Afghan government, local broadcasters, non-governmental organisations and media professionals, we are enabling people across Afghanistan to take action to improve their lives. More about our work in Afghanistan

Raising HIV and AIDS awareness in Afghanistan
To coincide with World AIDS Day 2010, we look at how a prominent storyline in long-standing Afghan radio series New Home, New Life aims to raise awareness of HIV and AIDS. Read more
Mark Thompson praises our work in Afghanistan
Our work in Afghanistan and Haiti has been praised by BBC Director General Mark Thompson in a speech to the New America Foundation. Read more
Shoulder to Shoulder
A mixed group of producers and editors in Kabul are pioneering a new approach to championing women's rights in Afghanistan. Read more
Afghan Education Projects (AEP)
The Afghan Education Projects (AEP) is the largest media-for-development initiative in Afghanistan. Run by Afghans for Afghans, it provides a wide range of programming for all ages. Read more
A trusted friend for women
Afghan Woman's Hour was launched to empower Afghan women. It encourages them to know their rights and participate in civil society. Read more
Change at Radio Television Afghanistan
Building a culture of public service broadcasting at Radio Television Afghanistan (RTA) Read more