Afghan

UN to provide technology for development training for Afghan policymakers

29 May 2009
In its ongoing effort to close the digital divide in Afghanistan, the United Nations will be holding an information and communications technology (ICT) “training the trainers” programme in Kabul to educate the country’s decision-makers on using the latest innovations to promote development.
UN’s 20th office in Afghanistan being inaugurated in the northern province of Sar-i-Pul

UN expands presence in Afghanistan with new office in the north

9 May 2009
The United Nations opened its 20th office in Afghanistan today, in the northern Sar-i-Pul province, continuing the world body's drive to promote development across the country.

Top UN envoy voices concern about reported Afghan civilian casualties

6 May 2009
The top United Nations official in Afghanistan today expressed his serious concern about reports of civilian casualties and fighting that took place in the country’s western Farah province on Monday.
Kai Eide, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Afghanistan

UN, Afghan officials urge opposition to take part in upcoming polls

3 May 2009
The top United Nations official in Afghanistan joined the head of the country's human rights commission in urging all Afghans, including those who oppose the Government, to take part in this year's presidential and provincial council elections.