| Afghanistan at the 2008 Summer Paralympics | |
|---|---|
 | |
| IPC code | AFG |
| NPC | Afghanistan Paralympic Committee |
| in Beijing | |
| Competitors | 1 in 1 sport |
| Flag bearers | Mohammad Fahim Rahimi (opening & closing) |
| Officials | 4 |
| Medals Ranked -th |
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| Summer Paralympics appearances (overview) | |
Afghanistan competed at the 2008 Summer Paralympics in Beijing, China. [1] The country was represented by a single athlete, Mohammad Fahim Rahimi, who competed in powerlifting. [2]
Men
| Athlete | Class | Event | Result | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Fahim Rahimi | - | -67.5 kg | No Mark | - |
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