Taliban ban books written by women at universities

According to reports by the BBC, the decision includes banning about 140 books of female authors, including scientific titles such as “Security to chemical lab”.

In total, 680 books have been excluded from teaching programs because of content considered “in opposition to Sherina” and “Taliban policy”. Moreover, universities were forbidden to teach in 18 different subjects, including human rights and topics on sexual harassment.

A Taliban official said these materials were “against Islamic values”, while critics see this as another step towards eliminating women from the public and educational spheres in the country.

Since the return to power in 2021, Taliban have imposed severe restrictions on women and girls, including ban on post-six schooling and their expulsion from universities and most jobs.