International Day of Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action marked in Kabul: 3 April 2013

The Government of Afghanistan and United Nations agencies today marked the International Day of Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action (which falls on 4 April) in the capital, Kabul, with a ceremony which included speeches, performances and displays of mines and explosive remnants of war. The devices still pose a serious threat to Afghans, with an average of 30 casualties currently recorded each month. 

United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan celebrates the International Women's Day by appreciating and encouraging the Pioneer Women of Kabul: 28 March 2013

To appreciate and encourage “Kabul’s Pioneer Women for the Year” in connection with the celebrations of International Women’s Day, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) organized a colourful and modest ceremony in Kabul on Thursday. Several women were given awards and appreciation certificates for their extraordinary performances in their respective fields.

Afghans celebrate Nawroz (Afghan New Year) with zeal, enthusiasm and prayers for peace and prosperity: 21 March 2013

New year celebrations bring further prosperity and harmony to the Afghan people, who, after years of conflict, deserve a bright future, filled with optimism and hope.