Afghanistan: Women's ID Cards Traded Ahead of Elections
Lucrative trade risks further delegitimising electoral process.
Lucrative trade risks further delegitimising electoral process.
Conservative traditions mean that most do not even have national ID cards.
A low turn-out risks undermining the credibility of the outcome.
Locals complain of having to travel unreasonable distances for the chance to participate in upcoming polls.
Despite elections, real political change remains as far away as ever.
The country’s next president looks set follow in the footsteps of the incumbent.
Watchdog claims that outlets wilfully ignore both legal norms and informal ethical codes.
Allegations that official sources are attempting to thwart rival’s campaign.
Critics argue that Muslim leader should be penalised for offering election endorsement.
Legacy seen as key in contest that has already narrowed to two main contenders.