Kabul

Female students in Afghanistan’s capital have once again urged authorities to reopen schools and educational institutions that have remained closed under restrictions imposed by the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, according to local media reports.

The renewed appeal comes as limitations on girls’ education continue to leave many without access to formal schooling, raising concerns about their future prospects.

Several students expressed frustration over the prolonged closures. Mojda, a student from Takhar province, said her family had moved to Kabul in search of better educational opportunities, only to find that even private courses were eventually shut down. She appealed to the authorities to allow girls to return to classrooms, highlighting the emotional and academic toll of the restrictions.

Another student, Sama, stressed the urgency of reopening schools, saying education remains the only hope for many Afghan girls. She noted that continued denial of access has left students feeling increasingly disheartened.

Women’s rights activists have also voiced concern, describing the situation as a violation of basic rights. Education advocate Lamia Shirzai said institutions should reopen in the interest of the country’s future, warning that prolonged restrictions could hinder Afghanistan’s social and economic development.

Students like Husnia, who has completed sixth grade, fear they may not be able to continue their studies. She expressed anxiety about being forced to stay at home despite having aspirations for higher education.

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Since the political changes in Afghanistan, widespread restrictions have been imposed on girls’ education, with schools and universities largely inaccessible to them. International human rights organisations have repeatedly underlined that education is a fundamental right and cautioned that denying it to girls could have lasting consequences for Afghan society.