Iqbal Hussain Afkar

Iqbal Hussain Afkaar, hailing from the Mardan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, is a Prominent Pushto writer, poet, rapporteur, graphic sketch writer and above all a humanist. With a prolific career, he has published ten books, including two poetry collections, two books, one biography, and five reportages. Afkaar is the founding secretary of the Pashto Literary Society Islamabad, a position he has held since 1986. His latest work, ‘De Dardoono Naghmagar’ (The Songs of Pain), showcases his prowess in Pashto poetry. The book has been dedicated to the illustrious Pashto poet, intellectual, and politician Ajmal Khattak and was launched at the Bhutto Foundation in Islamabad. His poem on the transgender community, “Dolphin Ayyan,” has drawn particular attention for its empathetic portrayal of their struggles. Afkaar’s dedication to literature and his community continues to inspire many.