As winter draws near
AFP
Published
November 23, 2013
![An Afghani boy polishes wood burning stoves, in his workshop in Kabul. – Photo by AFP An Afghani boy polishes wood burning stoves, in his workshop in Kabul. – Photo by AFP](https://i.dawn.com/primary/2013/11/52908fa426f85.jpg)
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![An Afghani artisan prepares a drum that will be part of a wood burning stove, in his workshop in Kabul. – Photo by AFP An Afghani artisan prepares a drum that will be part of a wood burning stove, in his workshop in Kabul. – Photo by AFP](https://i.dawn.com/primary/2013/11/52908fa876a3a.jpg)
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Afghans are busy preparing for winter, as high unemployment and the high cost of living have increased the vulnerability to the weather for large sections of the population. In preparation of the coming season, Afghani artisans have begun producing wood burning stoves, which are used primarily for heating and cooking purposes.
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