UN Highlights Importance of Housing Rights for Afghans

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) in Afghanistan has emphasized the importance of housing, land, and property rights for the country’s residents. The agency stated that securing these rights enables Afghans to live in their homes without fear of forced eviction. According to the organization, a home should not merely be a physical shelter but must also provide physical security, livelihood opportunities, and a foundation for families to build their futures. Protecting and upholding these rights plays a fundamental role in improving the social and economic well-being of citizens. Neglecting these rights, it warned, can lead to anxiety, insecurity, and the weakening of the broader society.