Afghan women share their stories after five years of Taliban rule
- Posted on August 14, 2026
- By BBC News
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In brief
Five years after the Taliban's return to power in Afghanistan, women and girls face unprecedented restrictions on education, employment, and public participation. Firsthand accounts reveal the devastating impact of gender-based policies that have systematically dismantled women's rights and opportunities. These personal narratives highlight the resilience and challenges faced by Afghan females navigating an increasingly restrictive society under fundamentalist governance.
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Afghan women share their stories after five years of Taliban rule
Since seizing power in 2021, the ultra-conservative rulers have severely restricted women and girls' freedoms.
