2008: A deadly year for journalists

14 Feb 2009

Afghan Press Author: Rooh-ul-Amin
No other profession demands for the sacrifice of one’s life except army whilst equally with that in South Asian context is going the profession of journalism, which demands sacrifice of life. There have been 8-12 cases of journalists’ murders only in Pakistan the past year, which is a clear indication that this [...]

Democracy, Media at Crossroads

02 Sep 2008

Afghan Press Author: Roohul Amin
The issue of terrorism during last couple of years has become a global phenomenon and has been a focal point of discussion for the national as well as international media.
But ironically it has staggered developing countries like Pakistan, instead belligerent countries.
Since 2002 to 2008 terrorism has claimed more than 16 hundred [...]

Second blogging workshop in Bamian

30 Jun 2008

Under the auspices of Association of Afghan Blog Writers, the second round on blogging workshop was held for tens of Afghan journalists and writers in ancient city of Bamian. This workshop was underway from June, 12 to June, 15. First workshop of this series was previously held by the Association of Afghan Blog Writers in [...]