Young craftsmen work in Kandahar metalworking shops during morning hours

Industrial Blaze Unleashes Devastation in Afghanistan

A massive industrial fire engulfs a facility in Lundey Kalay, Afghanistan, leaving behind a scene of thick black smoke and widespread destruction.

Street vendors, prayer beads highlight daily commerce in Kandahar

Street vendors sell produce from carts in Kandahar

Ice shave vendor at work on a Kandahar street

Metal workers fabricate components in Kandahar workshops

Afghan artisan polishes gemstones in traditional Kandahar workshop

Daily street commerce continues in Kandahar with watermelon vendors

Daytime street scene documented outside Kandahar shop

Construction work continues at Kandahar building site under clear skies

Daily life scenes documented across Kandahar province Afghanistan

Child with orange bowl of cucumbers on a Kandahar path

Street-level market activity in Kandahar, Afghanistan

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Bar Mel: Echoes of Destruction in Afghanistan

In Bar Mel, Afghanistan, the devastating aftermath of an incident is laid bare. This report documents widespread structural damage, shattered lives, and the enduring scars of conflict.

Morning street scenes from Kandahar markets and neighborhoods

Lakeside Life: A Community Gathers in Remote Afghanistan

Discover a vibrant community gathering by a tranquil lake in Abdol Ahadkhan Kariz, Afghanistan, where traditional life unfolds amidst rugged mountain landscapes.

Morning street life unfolds in Kandahar, Afghanistan

Daily life unfolds in Kandahar streets amid markets

Street scene in Kandahar: rickshaws, motorcycles, and daily life

Kandahar Dreams: A Toddler's Broadcast Play

In Kandahar, a young child finds joy in playful imitation, holding a microphone from a local TV channel. A poignant glimpse into childhood dreams.

Kandahar's Pulse: Daily Rhythms in an Afghan City

Beyond headlines, discover the quiet resilience of daily life in Kandahar, Afghanistan, through its bustling streets, playful children, and enduring traditions.

Daily life captured across Kandahar streets during sunny afternoon

Telecom towers and aquarium fish in Kandahar

Father and child share tender moments in Kandahar home

Road construction underway in Kandahar with local residents observing

Everyday street life on a Kandahar road, July 2026

Everyday street life and traffic in Kandahar, Afghanistan

Everyday street life along a dusty Kandahar road

Everyday street life and commerce in Kandahar, Afghanistan

Toddler in pink dress photographed in Kandahar

Daily street scenes from Kokran, Afghanistan morning

Everyday street scenes from Kandahar on a clear morning

Construction underway beside a travel route in Gul Kalachah

Everyday street life on a hazy afternoon in Kandahar

Evening market activity captured in central Kandahar, Afghanistan

Kandahar street commerce on a busy summer morning

Workers Load White Sacks at Kandahar Warehouse Facility

Kandahar's Morning Rhythm: Life on the Ancient Streets

From bustling bread stalls to vibrant street vendors, discover the resilient spirit of Kandahar as its people navigate daily life in Afghanistan's historic city.

Everyday street life in a Kandahar market district

Street life near a Kandahar landmark, July 2026

The Dust and Dye of Kandahar’s Ancient Trade

In the heart of southern Afghanistan, livestock herders preserve a centuries-old commerce amid the shifting currents of modern life.

Traditional pottery and roadside work documented in Kandahar