Letter Number: 707
Date: 1401/10/1
To: Ministry of Education, Central and Provincial Directorates

Peace be upon you!

According to the decision of the Cabinet of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, it is hereby informed that the educational institutions and courses for females above grade six are suspended until further notice.

All educational directorates are instructed to implement this decision and take appropriate actions regarding the private and public schools and courses above grade six, as per the stated decision.

Best regards,
Haji Mawlawi Habibullah Agha
Date: 1444/5/28

This official directive suspending education for girls beyond grade six across Afghanistan formalizes the Taliban’s nationwide ban on secondary and higher education for females. Issued by cabinet decision and signed by senior education authorities, it mandates compliance by all public and private educational institutions.

It constitutes a grave violation of the right to education and entrenches systemic gender discrimination. This directive not only undermines educational access but also severely limits the future opportunities and societal participation of Afghan women and girls.