Afghanistan’s instability is often attributed to its strategic location, a perspective that has been widely discussed throughout history. During the Cold War, the country served as a buffer zone between East and West. Before that, it was seen as a gateway for the British to access Russian territory. In the late 20th century, Afghanistan became More
The real estate market in Canada plays a crucial role in the country’s economy, with buying and selling homes being central to this sector. The market is dynamic, often experiencing fluctuations, especially with the rise and fall of mortgage rates. In this context, mortgage brokers play a key role, navigating challenges in their profession, collaborating More
Mrs. Qamar Gul, with her golden voice, has become an enduring legend in the history of Pashto music. Throughout her life, she faced numerous struggles and challenges, yet she overcame them with grace and determination. Her artistic journey began in a village in the Shiwa district of Nangarhar province, and her fame soon spread beyond More
Afghans in Toronto celebrated Shab-i-Yalda (Yalda Night) with a warm and intimate gathering, sharing memories and experiences with one another. The event, held in the company of family and friends in a cozy setting, offered an opportunity to reconnect and honor Afghan cultural traditions. During the evening, the poetry of Hafiz and Mawlana was recited, More
Ahmad Shah Durrani has been living in Canada for almost forty years. Durrani has a special reputation and a great hand in leadership, writing and social activities in addition to having 30 years of experience in the fields of architecture and project management. He has not only done a lot of effort in the protection More
A month ago, the Ambassador of Afghanistan in Berlin, Yama Yari, and the Afghan Consul in Bonn, Sayed Lutfullah Sadat, resigned from their posts due to the “lack of interaction” with Afghanistan’s caretaker government. Afghanistan’s political relations with Germany date back nearly a century and a half. During the reign of Amir Abdur Rahman Khan, More
The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a vital initiative that offers financial support to students pursuing education in Ontario. This assistance comes in the form of both loans and grants. To shed light on the process of applying for financial aid through OSAP, we have an exclusive interview with Mohammad Ayoub, an expert in More
Mohammad Asif Nang, the former deputy minister of education in Afghanistan, has put forward a proposal to the Islamic Emirate regarding the country’s educational system. In his proposal, Nang highlights the ongoing delay in girls’ education, describing it as a serious threat to Afghanistan’s future. He warns that if this ban continues for another two More
In this episode of Memories of the Homeland, we are joined by Kabir Lahori, an Afghan national who lives in Toronto. Kabir has been living in Canada as an immigrant for 34 years, overcoming numerous challenges along the way, but his determination has never wavered. Through hard work and perseverance, he has built a unique More
In Afghanistan, there is ongoing discussion—often negative—about national identity, nationhood, national traditions, and state-building. Many people, however, believe that Afghanistan has a strong national unity and identity, which has shown resilience in the face of foreign invasions throughout history. The Afghan national identity is recognized globally, and people are identified by this shared identity across More
