Lisa and Jacqui live in Britain. Tajbibi and Marzia live in Afghanistan. All four women have lost their husbands in the war against the Taliban. As the deadline for NATO troop withdrawal approaches, Zarghuna Kargar hears their moving stories of love, loss and survival. (1 x 28′)
First broadcast July 2014 BBC Radio 4 & BBC World Service
Producer Mukti Jain Campion
One of the most gripping programmes I have heard in years. – Lesley Abdela
The interweaving of the experience of Afghan and British widows, with each commenting on the similarities and contrast in each other’s experiences, was masterful. – Peter Horrocks, Director BBC World Service
Radio Choice: The Daily Mail & The Sunday Telegraph
