Afghan Witness Archives - Centre for Information Resilience

Security

Oct 13

Explosion during Friday prayers in Pul-e Khumri, Baghlan province

Using footage shared online, Afghan Witness confirmed at least two deceased individuals.

Information environment Women's rights Protests

Oct 13

Reports of prominent activist’s arrest sparks protests, but is also met with online hate speech

As news of Zholia Parsi’s alleged arrest surfaced, Afghan Witness monitored the online response.

Violence Forced Displacement

Oct 2

Uptick in claims of forced displacement across Afghanistan

Afghan Witness has observed an increase in the number of claims of alleged forced displacement and the number of provinces affected.

Information environment Foreign relations

Oct 2

Appointment of new Chinese ambassador to Afghanistan triggers mixed responses online

Some framed the event as a sign of recognition from a global superpower, while others criticised the warm reception provided by the Taliban.

Information environment Resistance

Sep 27

ALM and Loy Paktia Freedom Front claim use of drones against Taliban, but content is manufactured

AW investigators found that the content posted by both groups was fabricated using old satellite imagery and other content readily available online – likely an attempt to appear more technologically advanced than in reality.

Information environment Women's rights Protests

Sep 20

Female hunger strikers face criticism, denial, and hate speech online

While the protest garnered widespread support on social media, the women involved were also targeted with a range of criticism and hate speech.

Security Foreign relations

Sep 1

Explosion in Khost reportedly targeting Pakistani Taliban members

The incident triggered various reactions and claims on both sides of the border – and is set against a backdrop of rising political tensions between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban.

Violence Religious Freedom

Sep 1

Violence during Muharram ceremonies in Kabul

While events around the country took place largely peacefully, uniformed Taliban were recorded violently breaking up events in the capital.

Arrests Media

Sep 1

Reported journalist arrests hit 2023 high as Taliban introduce ID cards

At least 13 journalists were reportedly arrested by the Taliban between July 20 and August 13.

Security

Aug 30

Content released by ISKP indicates fewer and smaller cells

Analysis also reveals an absence of larger weaponry that was prominent in previous images released by the group.

Education Women's rights

Aug 24

Options are limited for Afghan female students hoping to study

Afghan women and girls are seeking education opportunities outside of Afghanistan – but for many, numerous obstacles stand in their way.

Information environment Media

Aug 23

After the Fall: journalism in Afghanistan under the Taliban

Afghan Witness reflects on some of the key takeaways of the project’s collaborative event with Etilaatroz. How have Afghan media outlets had to adapt under Taliban rule – and how can open source help them?