Afghanistan may be the only country in the world that still lacks accurate statistics in many areas in the 21st century. Regarding the population census, almost every aspect relies on estimates, which has impacted all areas of national and regional development, including planning. There is a nearly ten-million-person discrepancy between Afghanistan’s population figures and those More
The Peel Multicultural Council (PMC) offers free annual tax filing services to help newly arrived immigrants avoid challenges stemming from a lack of awareness about financial issues and tax laws. Additionally, the PMC provides vital services in areas such as education, social integration, cultural understanding, and financial advice for new immigrants. We have prepared a More
Wahid Supermarket & Halal Meat – A Leading Afghan Grocery and Food Center in Oshawa, Canada As part of the “Afghan Businesses Around the World” program, we visited Wahid Supermarket & Halal Meat in Oshawa, Ontario. This supermarket is a key hub for the Afghan community, offering a wide selection of groceries, fresh and dried More
The International Development and Relief Foundation (IDRF) successfully raised nearly 300,000 Canadian dollars for the support of people in need in Afghanistan during 3rd annual fundraising event “United for Afghanistan”. This humanitarian fundraising program provided a valuable opportunity to assist vulnerable families in Afghanistan. The event was attended by prominent Afghan figures, including Aziz Amiri, More
Who Was Mufti Munir Shakir? Mufti Munir Shakir was not just a religious scholar but a bold voice for the awareness, dignity, and awakening of the Pashtun nation. He was a renowned scholar, thinker, and preacher, but more than that, he was a compassionate leader dedicated to the honor, survival, and enlightenment of his people. More
Due to the intense struggle and widespread activities of the Baloch separatists, Pakistan is currently facing highly sensitive political, economic, and military challenges, with many Pakistani politicians fearing the potential disintegration of the country. As a result, there is increasing attention on Pashtun political parties and movements to see what plans and strategies they will More
Dr. Seddiq Weera, a Research Coordinator at McMaster University in Canada, joins us today on Memories of the Homeland to share his journey, experiences, challenges, and efforts toward peace in Afghanistan. Despite spending much of his life in migration, his love and connection to his homeland remain strong. He has served in key governmental and More
The Pashtuns living both in Pakistan and Afghanistan are facing one of the most critical phases in their history. In an era marked by profound political, security, economic, cultural, and media transformations, Pashtuns find themselves grappling with numerous challenges. However, there is a silver lining: the Pashtuns, more than ever before, are focusing on their future. Over More
In Canada, a mosque named “Subhan,” which was once a church, has now become a center for Afghan prayers and religious education. Many Afghans visit this mosque, not only to perform prayers but also to study the Quran and other religious sciences. During this blessed month of Ramadan, we visited the mosque and spoke with its administrators More
More than two decades after Afghanistan introduced its new currency, the Afghani has experienced relative stability. However, many economists argue that this stability is largely artificial, primarily propped up by the U.S. dollar. This dependence continues to shape the currency’s performance. Afghanistan’s domestic monetary policy aims to maintain the Afghani’s stability and control the prices More
