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Study Tour to Tawlid-e-Afghan EXPO, Jalalabad City

On December 16, 2025, a group of BBA Department students, under the leadership of Mr. Abdul Waris Shinwari (Lecturer at the Economics Faculty), participated in a valuable study tour to the Tawlid-e-Afghan EXPO held in Jalalabad City. The EXPO, running from December 16 to 18, 2025, is an important event that highlights Afghanistan's vibrant local businesses, products, and cultural heritage, offering a platform for both established companies and new startups to showcase their innovations and creativity. The tour provided an exceptional learning experience for the students, offering them a chance to engage with a diverse array of Afghan enterprises, ranging from traditional industries like textiles and artisan crafts to modern startups in technology, agriculture, and services. The students explored how these businesses are not only contributing to Afghanistan’s economic development but also preserving the country's rich cultural heritage in the process. The students engaged in meaningful discussions with exhibitors and entrepreneurs, learning about the challenges and opportunities within the Afghan market. These interactions gave the students valuable insights into the real-world dynamics of business. The study tour was an excellent opportunity for students to gain a deeper understanding of Afghanistan's business landscape, while also experiencing its rich culture and entrepreneurial spirit. We extend our sincere gratitude to Mr. Abdul Waris Khan Shinwari for his leadership and guidance, ensuring that the students had a fruitful and educational experience throughout the tour. Towards a Promising Future…

Al-Taqwa University Signs MOU with Geeta University, India

On December 13, 2024, Al-Taqwa University took a significant step towards expanding its global academic network by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Geeta University, India. The MOU was signed by Dr. Sayed Abdul Moiz (Member of External Relations Committee and the Dean of Economics Faculty), representing Al-Taqwa University, and Dr. Ajeet Kumar, Director of External Relations and Admissions at Geeta University. This partnership aims to promote collaboration in key areas such as: Student and Faculty Exchange Programs: Enabling mutual exchange to foster cross-cultural learning and academic growth. Joint Research Initiatives: Collaborating on research projects to enhance knowledge and innovation. Cultural Exchange: Organizing events and programs that promote cultural awareness and enrich student life at both institutions. Curriculum Development: Exploring opportunities for joint programs and courses to meet the evolving demands of global education and; Initiating a Joint Education Degree Model: Launching a dual degree education model between the two universities. “This partnership is a step forward in our commitment to providing students and faculty with greater international exposure, academic opportunities, and a more interconnected educational experience and we are excited about the future of this collaboration and the opportunities it will bring” said Dr. Sayed Abdul Moiz. The partnership reflects our commitment to global academic excellence and fostering internationalization. Towards a Promising Future…

UN Volunteers Seminar Conducted

The Faculty of Economics at Al-Taqwa University, in collaboration with the UN Volunteers (UNV) in Afghanistan, organized a seminar as part of the UNV program series on membership, volunteering, and benefits for youth careers, on October 15, 2024. The session aimed to promote volunteerism among the students across universities in Afghanistan. It highlights Al-Taqwa University's collaboration with the international organizations to achieve UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals. Around 40 students from AU University participated in this seminar, delivered by Mr. Habiburrahman Abed (the UNV Country Coordinator in Afghanistan) and Mr. Mohammad Ibrahim Kawesh from UNV office in Afghanistan. "Volunteering is an ideal way to feel good when helping others and positively contributing to our community. It is a proven fact. We want our students to take part in voluntary activities and fulfill their commitments towards their social responsibility," said Dr. Sayed Abdul Moiz, Dean for the Faculty of Economics. At the end of the session, students could register themselves as UNV members and learn more about volunteerism in Afghanistan. They will be engaged in a wide range of UNV volunteering activities in Afghanistan and will receive assignments through this platform. The Faculty of Economics is devoted to offering a modern learning experience that contributes to the advancement of our community, country, and region. Our long-term plan for the faculty of economics foresees blended learning that gives more support and elasticity to the learning process. We emphasize the significance of research and extracurricular activities in enhancing students' experience, academics development, and community service. Offering a robust academic program is our first step on our way to be one of the most modern Business Administration Program in the region, recognized for its excellence in education, research, and community service. Learn more about our business programs: https://www.altaqwa.edu.af/faculty-economics

Economics Faculty students from Al-Taqwa Institute of Higher Education visited Wahaaj International EXPO.

Around 45 students from the economics faculty at Al-Taqwa Institute of Higher Education visited the International EXPO on September 25, 2024.This visit gave our students the necessary awareness about the growing industrial sector of the country. The students had the opportunity to recognize various industrial products such as: agriculture, technology, traditional handicrafts and artworks of Afghan artists. Students were able to see the talent and creativity of Afghan entrepreneurs and the quality of their products. The International Exhibition was jointly organized by the directorate of industry and commerce of Nangarhar Province and Wahaaj organization in Jalalabad city. The exhibition last for 3 days Sep 24-26, 2024. Around 150 local and regional companies presented their products and services in this exhibition where most of them were the local companies from around the country. More than 5000 people visited this international EXPO. The aim of this exhibition was to showcase the capabilities of the economic spectrum of society, unveiling new products and productions, increasing demand, and creating economic and production coordination among economic actors at the country and regional level. The presence of influential parties, especially the mining industry, agriculture, technology, electrical equipment, plastic industry, food industry, handicrafts, medical equipment and spices, private education sectors and other products of national and international producers, along with the fields of cooperation to increase and bring the insight of investors and economic drivers at the national and international level.  ‘’As part of its commitment to UN Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education, Al-Taqwa Institute of Higher Education understands the importance of education outreach activities beyond the campus’’ said Dr. Sayed Abdul Moiz, the Dean of Economics Faculty at ATIHE.

Al-Taqwa University Ranked in the Times Higher Education Impact Ranking 2024

We are thrilled to announce that Al-Taqwa University is ranked by the Times Higher Education Impact Raking 2024 for its commitment to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Afghanistan. On June 12, 2024, The Times Higher Education (THE) published the Impact Rankings 2024, recognizing global universities for their efforts towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With more than 2150 universities from 100 countries submitting data across the 17 SDGs, The THE's Impact Rankings is the most accurate and biggest ever picture of universities' Impacts in the areas of research, stewardship, outreach, and teaching for the SDGs. In the overall ranking, Al-Taqwa University has ranked 1001-1500 world's leading universities. In the SDGs ranking, Al-Taqwa University is ranked 401-600 out of 1093 universities for SDG 1: No Poverty, 401-600 out of 1681 universities for SDG 4: Quality Education, 600+ out of 741 universities for SDG 15: Life on Land, 801-1000 out of 1086 universities for SDG 16: Peace Justice & Strong Institutions, and 1501+ out of 2031 universities for SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals. "The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings provides an opportunity for higher education institutions to highlight the positive work they are doing for society in terms of sustainability, health and well-being, Justice and economic growth," said Khushal Jawad, Al-Tawa University's Chancellor. "It’s great to see that we have secured such a high global impact ranking despite a significant increase in the number of entries for 2024," said Dr. Abdul Hameed Seerat, Al-Taqwa University’s Vice Chancellor for Academic affairs.  Al-Taqwa University has made sustainability a top priority for the university integrated with its' research, practices, teaching, and strategic partnerships. Al-Taqwa University's Sustainability club is responsible for advancing the SDGs at the university and leading the process to plan, coordinate, and compile data for the university's application to THE Impact Rankings. "The Times Higher Education World Impact Rankings is important because it considers all aspects of University operations and the impact they have on society. As an anchor institution, we are committed to aiding economic and social growth across the many communities we serve, "said Dr. Sayed Abdul Moiz the Dean for Economics Faculty. In 2023, Al-Taqwa University published its first SDGs report 2022-2023, highlighting the institution's contributions towards achieving the SDGs. AU remains committed to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and advancing these SDGs across the university and at the national level. To view Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024, please visit: https://www.timeshighereducation.com/impactrankings#!/length/-1/sort_by/rank/sort_order/asc For more information about our Sustainability Club, please visit: https://www.altaqwa.edu.af/sustainability