Social Affairs
-
Afghanistan’s National Disaster Preparedness Office Signs 137 Agreements Worth Over $53 Million in 2025
Afghanistan's disaster office signs 137 agreements worth $53M in 2025 to boost natural disaster preparedness and support affected families.
-
One-Third of Afghan Schools Lack Safe Drinking Water, UNICEF Reports
UNICEF reports one-third of Afghan schools lack safe drinking water and half lack sanitation, affecting children's education, especially girls.
-
Unequal Access to Water and Urban Services Deepens Crisis in Afghanistan
UN-Habitat highlights unequal access to water and sanitation in Afghanistan, urging social justice and sustainable solutions amid growing crises.
-
UNICEF Reports 2.1 Million People in Afghanistan Gained Access to Safe Water Last Year
UNICEF reports 2.1 million people in Afghanistan gained access to safe water in 2023, improving health and living conditions for…
-
Shortage of Schools and Teachers in Khogiani Leaves Hundreds of Children Out of Education
Shortage of schools and teachers in Khogiani, Ghazni leaves hundreds of children without access to education, with residents urging urgent…
-
Snow and Heavy Rainfall Warning Issued for 28 Provinces Across the Country
Snowfall, heavy rain, and strong winds expected in 28 provinces, including Salang Pass. Traffic disruptions likely on highways and mountain…
-
UN Stresses Peace in Afghanistan Amid Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr Celebrations
UN-Habitat calls for peace and social unity in Afghanistan amid Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr, hoping the new year brings stability…
-
20% Increase in Media Freedom Violations in Afghanistan in 1404
Afghanistan sees a 20% rise in media freedom violations in 1404, with increased threats, arrests, and restrictions on journalists and…
-
Detained Afghan Journalist Mahdi Ansari Released Amid Ongoing Media Freedom Concerns
Afghan journalist Mahdi Ansari was released after arrest by the Taliban; concerns over media freedom and arbitrary detentions continue in…
-
Over 4,500 Prisoners Freed by Taliban Administration to Mark Eid al-Fitr
The Taliban administration freed over 4,500 prisoners and reduced sentences of others for Eid al-Fitr, raising calls for transparency and…