The eighth academic seminar of the Afghanistan Historical Society was held under the title “Why Federalism Is Not the Solution to Afghanistan’s Problem?” and was moderated by Nahid Aloumi. In this seminar, presented by Professor Dr. Zaman Stanizai, all aspects of federalism in relation to Afghanistan were thoroughly examined and discussed. The Afghanistan Historical Society, More
In this episode of the Ghatol literary program, our guest is Dr. Khalida Nasim — a writer, translator, and literary figure based in Toronto. We spoke with her about her poetic translations of Ghani Khan’s poetry in English and discussed his literary style, intellectual world, and personal life. The poetic translated collection by Nasim is More
Afghanistan is considered one of the richest countries in terms of natural resources. Many Afghans believe that if these resources are utilized properly, transparently, and professionally, the country could transform into a prosperous and developed nation within a few years. A preliminary study by NASA (the U.S. space agency) indicated that Afghanistan possesses mineral resources More
Fraud is on the rise across Canada, taking many different forms—ranging from online scams and identity theft to phone fraud, social media hacking, fake immigration offers, and deceptive commercial websites. This informative program by Wesal TV answers key questions such as: How can online scammers be identified? • What is identity theft? • How are More
“Ghatol”, a new literary and cultural programme hosted by Sherina Mohammadi, is broadcast on Wesal TV. The programme began far from the hustle and bustle of city life, set amidst the enchanting natural surroundings of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada, during the Tulip Festival. At the festival, three million tulips of various kinds were showcased. The guest on More
On May 11th, ten Afghan organizations in Canada came together in the city of Mississauga to celebrate International Mother’s Day — a night that echoed with love, loyalty, and sacrifice. This evening was more than just a gesture of appreciation; it carried a profound message. Social activists, religious scholars, and poets from various parts of More
Recent media reports and rumors have suggested that Switzerland is planning to deport Pashtun Afghans residing in the country. However, Prof. Javed Sangdel, a member of the Swiss Parliament, has dismissed these claims, stating that Swiss immigration authorities are actively and systematically addressing Afghan-related issues. He emphasized that no Afghan will ever be deported on More
Al-Rashid Mosque in Canada: A Symbol of Civilization and Unity Have you ever heard about the first mosque built in Canada? The story of Al-Rashid Mosque is considered a shining symbol of civilization, unity, and social awareness — and it was established nearly nine decades ago. Located in Edmonton, Alberta, Al-Rashid Mosque is recognized as More
The government of Pakistan is reportedly working on legislation that, according to Pashtun political leaders, aims to bring the vast mineral wealth of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa under Punjab’s control. While Pashtun political parties and activists have so far managed to resist this agenda, many fear that, given the history and conduct of political institutions, the threat remains serious More
In one of Canada’s most significant media gatherings, World Press Freedom Day was commemorated in the city of Toronto with the broad participation of journalists, university professors, and media activists from Afghanistan and Canada. The event was organized by the Free Speech Centre, aiming to highlight the challenges, threats, and the urgent need for global More
