Significance of Women International Business Summit (WIBS) to Foster Entrepreneurship Among Women The latest episode of the Jwandey Jazbey (alive spirits) was about the importance and the role of Women International Business Summit (WIBS) to foster entrepreneurship among women in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). The program focused on the role of WIBS and Women Chamber of Commerce in enhancing the entrepreneurial spirit of women, women’s businesses in KP, challenges faced by female entrepreneurs in the male dominated society and provision of a networking opportunity with international business persons. Moreover, the program highlighted the impact of the summit, the views of business persons, opportunities for women by opening small scale businesses in the market, business expertise and the support of provincial government needed to make the summit successful. Ms. Zeenat Khan, a social activist from Peshawar, was telephone guest in the show. Ms. Zeenat said: “It is quite fortunate for us that international level summits are being held in KP to promote women’s business. Such events are of high significance to promote women entrepreneurs, provide them an opportunity to market their business internationally and seek financing as well.” A radio report was made part of the program. The report echoed the views of the women who participated in the summit. The interviewees in the report stated that such events should be organized time to time to motivate women to play their role in the economic development of the country as well. Two callers participated live in the program. They appreciated the efforts of the organizer and urged government to play their role to promote women’s business in rural areas of KP.  

Overview on Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s (KP) Economic Development and Initiatives The latest episode of Jarga Maraka (debate and council) shed light on the economic development and initiatives taken by KP’s government to promote business in the province. The key discussion points of the program were the role of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) for KP’s economic development, infrastructural development and communication projects and the ‘Made in KP’ exhibition in Islamabad. Moreover, the program discussed the impact of militancy on KP’s economy, the revival of peace in the region, economic and cultural development, the marketing of local products, business opportunities in the province, import and export, women’s businesses and their exhibitions, natural resources in KP and the role of Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) in prompting businesses in the province. Hajji Muhammad Afzal, President, SCCI, Peshawar, was the studio guest in the show. Hajji Afzal said: “KP has unlimited natural resources, but unfortunately these resources are not properly utilized. SCCI is struggling hard to showcase these resources and attract business persons to work and run their businesses in KP.” A radio report was made part of the program. The report showcased the ‘Made in KP’ exhibition that was organized in China Pakistan Friendship Center, Islamabad. About Sabawoon: Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera Ismail Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM. On Monday, Jarga Maraka covers current affairs and important regional issues with an input from government and other senior officials. On Tuesday, Da Simay Jaaj gives an overview of the top stories from KP and FATA regions....

Role and Importance of Social Entrepreneurship The latest episode of Ranra (light) focused on the role and importance of social entrepreneurship in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). A definition of social entrepreneurship, its scope, components and role as well as examples were the central discussion points of the program. Moreover, the program shed light on different programs helping youngsters to enhance their capacities, inter alia through internship opportunities. Another point of discussion was corporate social responsibility and the need of mutual cooperation between the corporate and non-profit sector. The role of young people in social entrepreneurship, social enterprises in KP, and the opportunities for social enterprises in Pakistan were also highlighted in this context. Mr. Danish Yousafzai, Master Trainer and Social Entrepreneur, Peshawar, took part as the studio guest in the show. Mr. Yousafzai said: “We should enhance the entrepreneurial spirit of the youths and utilize them for social causes. It can only be possible, if our youth is properly educated, aware and sensitized about the importance of social change.” A radio report was made part of the program. The report showcased the story of a social entrepreneur Ms. Nilofer Sami, who is engaging women in business and trains them to develop their own businesses. Four callers took part in the program. The callers urged government to encourage youths who are engage in social enterprise and provide tax exemptions.   About Sabawoon: Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera Ismail Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM. On Monday, Jarga Maraka covers current affairs and important regional issues with an input...

Skills and Potentials of Women in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) The latest episode of Jwandai Jazbey (alive spirits) focused on the skills and potential of women and their role in the economic and social development of Pakistan. Recreational activities, skills and expertise of women in handicrafts and producing  food products and women’s role in the economic development of the country were the key discussion points in the program. Moreover, the program shed light on cultural barriers faced by women, the opportunities for women in entrepreneurship and small business in KP, embroidery products, female artists and their art as well as the music concerts, different products stalls and exhibitions in Huner-e-Hawa festival in Peshawar. Ms. Zarmeena, Waheed, a Peshawar based young entrepreneur and social activist, took part as the studio guest in the show. Ms. Zarmeena said: “Women in KP have a high level of potentials and skills, but due to cultural barriers they are not able to utilize them. Government needs to provide a proper legislation in this regard to pave the way for their participation in the  socio-economic development of the country.” A radio report was made part of the program. The report highlighted the Huner-e-Hawa festival that was organized in Peshawar to promote entrepreneurial spirits, Pashtun culture and provided recreational activity opportunities to the general public. Three callers took part in the program. The callers urged government to organize cultural and musical events in different parts of the province for the revival of peace in the region and the increase of mutual understanding.   About Sabawoon Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera...

Regional Review on Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) The latest episode of Da Simay Jaaj (regional review) discussed several public issues, such as information technology (IT), entrepreneurship, education, health, and agriculture. The first report showcased the Digital Youths Summit that was organized in Peshawar to encourage young people towards entrepreneurship and enhance their skills. The event was attended by politicians, IT experts, business persons and students. The program accentuated the problems faced by locals in district Kohat. According to the report 75 schools will be merged in Kohat on the basis of government policy. Furthermore, the lack of free text books in government schools in Mohmand Agency was discussed, which has put students in high level of problems. The report stated that due to poverty students aren’t able to purchase books while authorities are not providing the free books issued by the government. Moreover, the program also highlighted the quota system for wheat purchase by the government from district Charsadda. Local farmers argued that this year government has decrease the purchasing quota due to which farmers have enough stock left to sale, but it is wasting because proper markets for it are missing. In concluding, the program accentuated the strike of a hospital in Dera Ismail Khan. The doctors stated that government is not facilitating them with basic equipment. Therefor they are on strike and will be, until government resolves their issues.   About Sabawoon: Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera Ismail Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM. On Monday, Jarga Maraka covers current...

Regional Review on Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) The latest episode of Da Simay Jaaj (regional review) discussed several public issues, such as health, education, irrigation and drugs addiction. The program started with a report about the excess of tuition fees during summer vacations. Parents have raised a serious complaint about the teacher’s demand for fees while they are not performing their duties in summer vacations. Moreover, the program discussed the lack of water in Barani irrigation dams that has put residents in serious problems of water shortage. One resident stated that despite the difficulties they are facing in regard to water shortage, government is not undertaking any action. The availability of drugs in district Charsadda was also discussed in the program. Many youngsters in the district are addicted to drugs which rules out routine life for them. In a report made about this topic a respondent stated, that the dangers of drugs have destroyed the life of both youngsters and elders, while so far are no serious actions are taken by the government to control it. Furthermore, the problems faced by residents due to dirt road between Mirali and Thal areas were discussed. The devastating damages of the rout are protracting the drives for locals on daily basis. The program was concluded by accentuating the issues faced by Thalassemia patients in district Kodat due to the lack of proper treatment equipment. The report mentioned that over 1000 people are suffering from Thalassemia in district Kohat only.   About Sabawoon: Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera Ismail Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM. On...

The Role of Female Lawyers in Society The latest episode of Ranra (light) focused on the importance role of female lawyers’ in society. The main focuses of the program were the provision of justice for women, domestic violence and family disputes, inheritance law, women’s rights and the lack of awareness among women about their basic rights. Moreover, the program underscored issues faced by women in a male dominant society, problems of working women, opportunities for female lawyers in professional career, women’s participation in politics, early child and forced marriages and the significance of education for women. Ms. Sana Gulzar, a Peshawar based women’s rights activist and lawyer at Peshawar High Court, took part as the studio guest in the show. Ms. Gulzar said: “In my professional career, approximately 90 percent of the cases are about family issues, which is quite alarming. Our society greatly lacks tolerance, acceptance, and mutual understanding. These are the basic reasons for inharmonic relations in our families.” A radio report was made the part of the program. The report highlighted the problems and challenges faced by professional lawyers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). A caller took part live in the program. He urged that unless we have not given basic rights to the women in our society, a prosperous and developed society can’t prevail. About Sabawoon: Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera Ismail Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM. On Monday, Jarga Maraka covers current affairs and important regional issues with an input from government and other senior officials. On Tuesday, Da Simay Jaaj gives an overview of the top stories from KP and FATA...