Weezha Roz-Kabul–Hamid Karzai, the former President of Afghanistan, emphasized the need for reopening educational institutions for girls in a meeting with Mirwais Azizi, the founder of Azizi Group.
He regarded the construction of a specialized cancer hospital, a medical university, and educational centers by this group as a fundamental step towards the development of the country.
In this meeting, which was dedicated to the construction and healthcare projects of Azizi Group, Karzai expressed appreciation for Mirwais Azizi’s efforts in building a state-of-the-art cancer treatment hospital, a medical university, and educational facilities.
He said, “Building such infrastructure not only helps improve the health of citizens but also lays the foundation for the scientific and economic development of Afghanistan.”
Karzai, stating that “education is the fundamental right of every Afghan citizen,” called for the reopening of schools and universities for girls.
He added, “Girls in this land should have the same opportunities as boys to study and serve their country.
Opening the doors of knowledge to them is the only way to achieve a prosperous and advanced Afghanistan.”
He also praised the humanitarian programs of the Azizi Foundation in support of the needy and considered these actions a symbol of national solidarity.
Background:
During his presidency (2001-2014), Hamid Karzai was a supporter of equal access to education for both men and women, during which the number of female students in Afghanistan significantly increased.
After leaving office, he has consistently defended the right of girls to education.
Mirwais Azizi, a prominent Afghan investor, stated in this meeting that his group, in addition to healthcare projects, has plans to develop technical and vocational educational centers throughout Afghanistan to prepare young people for the job market.
This meeting comes at a time when educational restrictions for girls above the sixth grade remain in place in Afghanistan.
The international community and human rights organizations have repeatedly called for the lifting of this ban.
Karzai’s emphasis on this issue could have a significant impact on stimulating public discourse regarding women’s right to education.
Weezha Roz
