Activities

‘Total internet blackout’ in Afghanistan sparks panic after Taliban vowed to stamp out immoral activities

Afghanistan faced a sweeping internet blackout on Tuesday after the ruling Taliban vowed to cut off access as part of a crackdown on “immoral activities,” sparking fears of further isolation for millions living under their increasingly harsh rule. Internet watchdog Netblocks said late Monday that multiple networks in Afghanistan had been disconnected and that telephone …

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Egypt Independent September 30, 2025

Taliban orders ban on internet in northern Afghanistan ‘to prevent immoral activities’

Kabul, Afghanistan Reuters — The Taliban administration on Wednesday announced an internet ban across a swathe of northern Afghanistan, “to prevent immoral activities,” provincial government statements said. The hardline Islamist movement has previously voiced concern over pornography and flirtation between men and women online. It is the first such internet ban since the Taliban took …

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Egypt Independent September 18, 2025

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization organizes free sign language tours and activities

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Fustat has organized a series of free guided tours in sign language and a range of educational and artistic workshops for visitors of all ages, including adults, youth, children, and people with disabilities. This initiative comes in line with the directives of Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Sharif …

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Egypt Independent December 6, 2024