Social Affairs

Afghan and Saudi Officials Discuss Increasing Hajj Quotas for Afghanistan

Afghan and Saudi officials discuss plans to increase Hajj quotas, more Umrah visas, and enhanced support for Afghan pilgrims under…

Kabul Finalizes Design for Menar-e-Nijat Overpass to Alleviate Traffic

Kabul Municipality finalizes the design of a new overpass at Menar-e-Nijat to reduce traffic congestion on major city routes.

Earthquake-Damaged Qush-Asiab School in Herat Reopens as Safe Learning Environment

The earthquake-damaged Qush-Asiab school in Herat has reopened after reconstruction, providing a safe learning environment for 800 students.

Technical Training Program Launched for 250 Drug Addicts at Balkh Rehabilitation Center

Balkh rehabilitation center launches technical training for 250 drug addicts to aid recovery and social reintegration with tailoring, shoemaking, and…

344 Trainees Graduate from Technical and Vocational Courses in Kabul

344 trainees in Kabul graduate from technical and vocational courses aimed at reducing unemployment and promoting economic self-sufficiency.

Japan Supports Job Creation for Returnees in Nangarhar Province

Japan supports job creation for returnees in Nangarhar, boosting local businesses and skills training through IOM-backed initiatives.

Kabul Mayor Emphasizes Timely and Quality Execution of Construction Projects

Kabul Mayor urges timely, quality construction projects, warning against delays and violations, with strict monitoring to protect public funds and…

Increasing Number of Foreign Tourists Visit Afghanistan Amid Taliban’s Efforts to Normalize Image

Foreign tourists from the US, Spain, and Italy visit Afghanistan as the Taliban seeks to present a normalized image amid…

UN Trust Fund Emphasizes Sustainable Support for Returning Afghans

UN Trust Fund for Afghanistan stresses coordinated, sustainable support to help returning Afghan families overcome economic and social challenges.

FAO Monitoring Afghanistan’s Seasonal and Climatic Conditions to Support Farmers and Livestock Keepers

FAO is closely monitoring Afghanistan’s climate and seasonal changes to help farmers and livestock keepers prepare for future challenges.