UNICEF Reports 2.1 Million People in Afghanistan Gained Access to Safe Water Last Year
The head of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Afghanistan has announced that last year, 2.1 million people across various regions of the country gained access to safe water; an initiative that, according to him, has improved the lives of millions of children and mothers.
Tajuddin Awali, in a message posted on his X page, stated that a significant portion of these individuals are children and mothers, who can now better care for their families with access to clean water and reduce the risk of waterborne diseases.
He emphasized that UNICEF continues its efforts to expand access to safe drinking water and essential health services in Afghanistan so that a greater number of residents, especially in remote and vulnerable areas, can benefit from these services.
These remarks come after Qari Din Mohammad Hanif, the Taliban’s acting Minister of Economy, described UNICEF’s activities in providing drinking water, health services, and food aid as vital during a meeting with the UNICEF head. Afghanistan has faced serious challenges in recent years regarding access to safe water and health services, with international organizations playing a crucial role in addressing these needs.
