Volunteer with Ariana Global News: Empowering Afghan Women in Media

Volunteer journalism with Ariana Global News offers Afghan women a safe, practical way to share local stories, build digital skills, and reach global audiences using only a mobile phone. Join a supportive program that provides training, mentorship, and real opportunities to earn from your reporting.

Afghanistan’s Hazaras Under Taliban Rule Face Ongoing Security and Rights Concerns

Since the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan in August 2021, members of the Hazara community have continued to face serious concerns about security, discrimination, and access to equal opportunities. Hazaras, a predominantly Shia Muslim ethnic community, have faced discrimination and attacks Read More

The Car Marketplace Is Getting an AI Upgrade — Inside AutoPlace and CarsAIx

AutoPlace and CarsAIx are developing an AI-centered automotive marketplace that combines vehicle listings, personalized search, local dealership connections, pricing, diagnostics and service-related tools. Their systems use proximity-based matching and computer vision to support vehicle assessment, valuation and inspection workflows. The ecosystem also Read More

UN Reports Escalating Humanitarian, Economic and Security Pressures in Afghanistan

A UN assessment submitted to the Security Council on September 9, 2026, says Afghanistan faces interconnected humanitarian, economic, human rights and security pressures. More than 21 million people need assistance, funding is insufficient, and returns from neighboring countries are straining communities and Read More

Rising Fertilizer Prices Put Afghanistan’s 2027 Wheat Harvest at Risk

Rising fertilizer prices are threatening Afghanistan’s 2027 wheat harvest as farmers prepare for winter planting. The FAO is seeking $38.3 million to help up to 600,000 farming households purchase fertilizer and certified wheat seed before the planting window closes. The crisis is Read More

ZamZilla Is Building a New AI Business Ecosystem Across 200+ Industry Platforms

ZamZilla is developing an interconnected AI ecosystem spanning more than 200 industry-specific platforms across over 50 sectors. Its architecture combines a WordPress operating layer, application development tools and AI copilots intended to help businesses create, automate and manage digital products. The platform Read More

EU and FAO Put €5 Million Behind Afghanistan’s Farmers and Climate Resilience

The European Union and FAO have launched a €5 million programme to strengthen Afghanistan’s agricultural economy, improve climate resilience and expand opportunities for farmers, rural businesses, women and young people. Four service hubs will provide technical assistance, financing, market access, climate information Read More

Afghanistan Under Surveillance: Inside the Taliban’s General Directorate of Intelligence

The General Directorate of Intelligence (GDI) is the Taliban authorities’ primary intelligence and security agency. Since 2021, it has gathered information on security threats and investigated opposition, while also becoming central to monitoring criticism and controlling independent media. Human Rights Watch has Read More

America’s Most Wanted: Who Is Washington Offering Millions to Find?

The United States uses reward programs to seek information leading to the arrest of fugitives, suspected terrorists, organized-crime figures and people accused of serious crimes. The FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives program offers rewards of up to $1 million, while the State Read More