Afghan news in Pashto, Dari and English: TOLOnews and Ariana News from Kabul, exile broadcasters Afghanistan International and Amu TV, Khaama Press and Pajhwok Afghan News, plus the BBC, VOA and RFE/RL Afghan services.
Pashto-Language Media
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International Coverage
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Frequently asked questions
- In what languages is Afghan news published?
- Afghan media publishes mainly in Pashto and Dari, the two official languages, with English outlets such as Khaama Press serving international readers.
- What is the leading Afghan news channel?
- TOLOnews is Afghanistan's leading news channel, alongside international services such as Afghanistan International and Amu TV.
- What is Afghanistan's news agency?
- Bakhtar News Agency is the state news agency; Pajhwok Afghan News is the largest independent agency.
Afghanistan has one of the world's most challenging and courageous media landscapes, serving 40 million people across a country with extraordinary linguistic and cultural diversity. Afghan journalism operates primarily in two languages — Pashto and Dari (a dialect of Persian) — reflecting the country's two dominant ethnic communities. Despite immense obstacles since the 2021 Taliban takeover, Afghan journalists continue to serve their compatriots with remarkable courage both inside the country and from exile.
The most watched Afghan TV station is TOLOnews — Afghanistan's first 24/7 news channel. Pajhwok Afghan News is the largest independent agency, publishing in Pashto, Dari and English. BBC Pashto and VOA Pashto/Dari are among the most trusted independent sources. Afghanistan International provides major analysis from an international newsroom. Khaama Press is the leading English-language portal. Radio Azadi (RFE/RL) provides crucial independent coverage.
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