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#112-Tech Startup Landscape in Afghanistan

In Pashto and Dari, Afghanistan means the land of the Afghans . The modern age state of Afghanistan was founded in 1747 by Ahmad Shah Durrani, who united the Afghan tribes and established a vast empire. Although the nation has gone through numerous invasions, occupations, and civil wars from the beginning, it stands strong to this day. The world hopes a new beginning is not too far in Afghanistan, with the publication of an open letter from Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan to the American people expressing a desire to initiate the peace negotiations. It is undoubtedly difficult to found and grow a tech startup in Afghanistan. Entrepreneurs face numerous challenges ranging widely from volatile political situation to limited infrastructure. However, the ability to see opportunity amidst challenges is what differentiates an entrepreneur from the average crowd. Entrepreneurs of Afghanistan are no exception. Afghanistan government has taken steps to encourage startup growth in the coun...