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Afghan women soldiers fear the Taliban's return to politics

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In this edition, we take a look at how Afghan women soldiers fear the potential return of the Taliban to the country's political scene could end their lives in the military. Also the need for equality to work both ways with Norwegian men being actively encouraged to seek jobs in female-dominated sectors. Plus how Argan oil has become a highly sought-after ingredient in the global cosmetics industry while also transforming the lives of the Moroccan women who make it.

Added on the 05/04/2019 16:47:40 - Copyright : France 24 EN

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