Political
Current Governor: Sayed Ahmad Haqbin
Presidential Candidate(s): None
Provincial Council Candidates: Information not yet available
Registered Voters: Information not yet available
Geography
Location: In northeastern Afghanistan at 35.0°N 69.7°E and borders Panjshir, Laghman, Kabul and Parwan provinces.
Size: 1,842 sq kilometers (711 sq miles)
Districts: 7 districts – Alasay, Hesa Awal Kohistan, Hesa Duwum Kohistan, Koh Band, Mahmud Raqi, Nijrab, Tagab
Capital: Mahmud-i-Raqi city
Topography: Most of the province is mountainous, situated at the southern end of the Hindu Kush Mountain range. The highest peaks lie in the East. There are a number of river valleys, mainly of small tributaries that flow southward and join up with the Kabul River. While few, there are some arable plains in the central region of the province.
Climate: Highland, Semi-arid
Demographics
Population Size: 400,000
Ethnicities: Tajik (majority), Pashtun, Pashai, Hazara, Nuristani
Miscellaneous
One of the smallest provinces in Afghanistan, Kapisa is a melting pot of ethnicities. In ancient times, Kapisa was known for its wine called "Kapisayana." It was conquered by Alexander the Great and then a Buddhist dynasty. It later came under Muslim rule and has remained that way since. Because of its proximity to Kabul, during the war that ensued after the U.S.-led invasion in 2001 it has been referred to as the "gateway to Kabul." For that reason it has been a strategic asset for NATO coalition forces, who have faced a mix of support from the province's Tajik population and opposition from the Pashtun and Pashai segments. It is considered one of the most dangerous provinces in the country at present. Kapisa is well known for its saffron production.