In this episode of “Afghan Entrepreneurs Around the World”, we spotlight the life of Mohammad Shafiq Taseem—an academic, literary, and business-minded Afghan based in Toronto, Canada. A refugee who turned his experience in teaching, research, and curriculum development into a successful online business, he is an inspiring example of Afghan resilience and achievement. Taseem is More
In recent years, identity debates have intensified among segments of the Afghan diaspora. Some individuals have openly rejected Afghanistan’s national identity and appear to be grappling with a profound identity crisis. This is despite the fact that, in 2004, more than 1,500 political, ethnic, tribal, and religious leaders—along with representatives from cultural and civil society More
This edition of the special program “Afghan Businesses Around the World” was filmed at the Eid Bazaar in Ajax, Canada—where a vibrant scene of joy, traditional displays, beautiful clothing, jewellery, food, and the colourful essence of Afghan culture came to life. In the program, Sherina Mohammadi interviews active women and local entrepreneurs, presenting a lively More
As Taliban continues to consolidate its power in Afghanistan, several high-ranking officials and politicians from the former government are working to form opposition fronts. Much like before, they remain scattered abroad, and their supporters are entangled in internal disputes. Ethnic and political divisions among their followers have deepened, while the leaders themselves — still hoping More
A vibrant three-day Eid Bazaar organized by the Afghan community has opened in Ajax, Canada, showcasing a colorful celebration of culture for local Muslims—particularly those from Afghan, Pakistani, and Arab backgrounds. The bazaar, which began on May 30 and will run through June 1, features a wide range of food, Eid-related items, traditional clothing, and More
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
