Smartphones Banned From Schools in Afghan Taliban's Heartland

Smartphones banned from schools in Afghan Taliban's heartland

The directive by the provincial Education Department in Kandahar applies to students, teachers and administrative staff in schools and religious schools.

Smartphones banned from schools in Afghan Taliban’s heartland

A ban on smartphones in schools issued by Taliban authorities in southern Afghanistan came into force, students and teachers confirmed to AFP on Wednesday, over concerns of “focus” and “Islamic law”. The directive by the provincial Education Department in Kandahar applies to students, teachers and administrative staff in schools and religious schools. “This decision has been made to ensure educational discipline, focus”, the statement said, addi…

Smartphones Outlawed in Schools Across Taliban's Afghan Stronghold - Digital Phablet

Afghan girls in a classroom in Kabul, Afghanistan, on September 18, 2021. — Reuters A new prohibition on smartphones in schools has been implemented by Taliban officials in southern Afghanistan, as confirmed by students and teachers to AFP on Wednesday. This measure arises from concerns regarding “focus” and adherence to “Islamic law.” Enforced by the provincial Education Department in Kandahar, the ban targets students, teachers, and administra…