Sayed Jalal Shajjan

Sayed Jalal Shajjan is a freelance writer and blogger based in Afghanistan. He has written for several local newspapers. Previously, Mr. Shajjan was involved with different ministries in Afghanistan working on post-conflict development projects.

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Meeting former Afghan fighters who now hunt for emeralds in Panjshir

After laying down their arms, a number of former soldiers with the Northern Alliance became involved in the only opportunity to make a living in the region: emerald mining.

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Meeting former Afghan fighters who now hunt for emeralds in Panjshir

Afghanistan: under the shadow of family violence

Divorce rates are on the rise in Afghanistan, but there are still so many women and children forced to endure a life of violence to avoid the shame of a failed marriage.

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Afghanistan: under the shadow of family violence

Mismanagement and chaos mar Afghan elections

Afghans mired in a tussle between the Kabul government, the Taliban and an ongoing US occupation, look for a way to create a better society.

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Mismanagement and chaos mar Afghan elections