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In pictures: One day in Afghanistan
poon cho tang
14 Sep 05, 18:13
BBC News spent 13 September examing life in Afghanistan as parliamentary elections approach.
poon cho tang
14 Sep 05, 18:13
Many Afghans are looking to better their standard of living.
poon cho tang
14 Sep 05, 18:14
Unemployment is high, while those with jobs often work long hours for low wages.
poon cho tang
14 Sep 05, 18:14
Refugees who have returned to the country also hope the elections will lead to an improvement in their lives.
poon cho tang
14 Sep 05, 18:14
Women are looking to move out of the shadows of Afghan society.
poon cho tang
14 Sep 05, 18:15
And many want their children's chances in life to improve.
poon cho tang
14 Sep 05, 18:15
But the legacy of decades of war is everywhere.
poon cho tang
14 Sep 05, 18:16
And attacks by remnants of the former ruling Taleban are on the rise.
poon cho tang
14 Sep 05, 18:16
Some feel disenfranchised after the banning of their favoured candidates.
jay_rocks
22 Sep 05, 17:07
wah....int story