Rahima’s Narrative Reveals the Hidden Aspects of Women Breadwinners on the Eve of Yalda Night
Rahima’s Narrative Reveals the Hidden Aspects of Women Breadwinners on the Eve of Yalda Night

Yalda Night, a time for ancient tales, memory-making, connection, and empathy, is the longest night of the year. This night encourages families, friends, and relatives to celebrate with vibrant fruits and delightful treats, keeping the spirit of the occasion alive.

Yet, on this beautiful and memorable night in Afghanistan, women are grappling with insurmountable challenges. They strive to feed their children amid the shadows of poverty and hardship, while others around them revel in extravagant celebrations filled with gaiety.

Rahima, a mother of four children, embodies the pain and struggles of women who are the heads of their households in Afghanistan. She tells a journalist from the Afghan Women’s News Agency, “I have neither food nor clothing nor sustenance. Yet, wealthy individuals celebrate Yalda Night, oblivious to our suffering, filling their tables with bountiful provisions.” With a deep sigh, she adds, “My stomach is empty. I do not have a morsel of bread for my children. Meanwhile, my neighbor, a rich family, celebrates this night with an array of fruits and by inviting friends and loved ones.”

This profound contrast between wealth and poverty not only highlights economic inequalities but also portrays the depth of pain and suffering experienced by single women and those who are the breadwinners of their families. In a climate where the Taliban govern the fate of the country, Afghan women face severe restrictions and challenges. They are not only deprived of their basic rights such as education and work, but in many instances, they are also unable to provide for their essential living needs.

  • منبع خبر : Afghan women news agency