In western Farah province construction has begun on the Bakhsh Abad Dam; expected to be completed in five phases, the major project will be able to irrigate more than 100.000 hectares of land, as well as generate electricity for the population

Authorities responded to travel warnings issued by a number of countries across saying that Afghanistan priority is to protect foreigners, who wouldn't be exposed to terrorist attacks, arbitrary detention, kidnapping, armed conflicts

As traditional agriculture in western Ghor province is affected by drought, farmers turn to greenhouse cultivation and drip irrigation to increase production: over 120 greenhouses equipped are currently active in the province

Ghazni Residents are building a 31km stretch of a road with personal funds: to solve a longstanding problem, the entire cost is being covered through contributions from local residents and support from a community charity fund

Over 11.500 Afghans returned to the country between 3 and 9 May, the majority from Pakistan and some hundreds from Iran, Tajikistan and other countries; IOM photos show hugging and smiling as families reunite