CANADALAND What It’s Like To Escape The Taliban
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Sep 29, 2025 Hinna Asefi Wardak, a former Afghan television host, shares her harrowing escape from Taliban rule and her journey to Canada. She recounts the tense moments in Kabul when she had to flee with her family to Pakistan, living in fear and uncertainty among millions of refugees. Now in Canada, Hinna discusses her ambitions in journalism, the challenges of resettling, and the painful separation from her parents, who were denied entry. Her story is a powerful testament to resilience and hope amidst adversity.
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From Child TV Host To Refugee
- Hinna Asefi Wardak fled Kabul after the Taliban takeover and worked as a TV host before leaving.
- She and her family escaped to Pakistan and were stranded there for almost three years before reaching Canada.
Refugee Limbo In Pakistan
- Pakistan held millions of Afghan refugees in limbo with threats of deportation and visa barriers.
- Hinna describes living paused lives without education or stability while awaiting resettlement.
Building A New Life In Canada
- Hinna arrived in Canada a year earlier and obtained permanent resident status through a humanitarian refugee program.
- She balanced work and plans to start college while rebuilding her life step by step.