Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology First Afghan in Space? Abdul Ahad Mohmand Mohammad Fahim Abdul Salam Azimi Karim Khalili Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation Abdul Ahad Mohmand became the first Afghan in space when he flew aboard the Soviet Soyuz TM-6 mission in 1988. He spent 8 days, 20 hours, and 26 minutes in space as part of the crew visiting the Mir space station.