APPROACH. Walker Kosmidou-Bradley, a geographer on the Afghanistan team in the Poverty and Equity Global Practice, had a simple idea: Harness satellite data, open-source digital mapping technology, ...

BAND-E-AMIR NATIONAL PARK, AFGHANISTAN — Big dreams are reflected in the azure-hued shimmer of these pristine mountain lakes: Afghanistan’s quixotic ambitions of becoming a tourist paradise ...

Afghanistan: Security map The Taliban has vowed to disrupt elections in Afghanistan on 20 August and insurgent activity continues to take its toll on civilians and national and international forces.