Afghan Girls’ Education Crisis Deepens: Private Schools Shut Down
The closure of universities to women in Afghanistan has driven many girls towards private educational institutions. This offered a glimmer of hope for continued learning.
However, even this fragile lifeline has been severed. TOLO News reported on Friday, July 11, 2025, that private schools have also been ordered to bar female students.
This drastic escalation leaves countless Afghan girls with no access to education, further exacerbating the already dire situation.
The complete denial of education for girls has far-reaching consequences for Afghanistan’s future. It hinders the nation’s development and perpetuates a cycle of poverty and inequality. The international community must urgently address this grave human rights violation.
