Taliban Implements Smartphone Ban in Kandahar Schools to Enforce Discipline and Islamic Principles

The Taliban has banned smartphones in all schools across Kandahar, including madrassas, citing concerns over distraction, discipline, and adherence to Islamic values. The provincial education department warned of strict consequences for violators. Officials argue that smartphones harm students’ focus and “destroy future generations.” Some teachers supported the move, but students raised concerns about losing access to study materials. The ban aligns with the Taliban’s broader restrictions on media and technology, aiming to enforce conservative Sharia-based education policies across Afghanistan.