In Afghanistan, more than six million children are facing risks

In Afghanistan based on the recent numbers, there are more than six million children who are facing significant risk daily.

An Afghan youth uses his mobile phone to take pictures of US Marines from 1st Battalion, 8th Marines as they patrol around the town of Musa Qala. Source: AFP

Afghanistans Independent Human Rights Commission expressed its concern over the risk that millions of Afghan children are facing. The Commission called on the government to take some serious steps to protect these children. The commission says the children often face, heavy duty labor work, underage marriage, lack of access to education, health, and their use in arm conflicts issues. The authorities say they have some ongoing plans which will help the children have better lives. Please listen to Najia Safis full report here