Social Affairs

UN-Habitat’s ‘Cash for Work’ Program Supports Afghan Families Amid Economic Hardship

UN-Habitat's 'Cash for Work' program in Afghanistan helps families secure food and rebuild infrastructure amid economic challenges.

New Standard Sports and Aquatic Complex Opens in Samangan Province

A new sports and aquatic complex costing over 35 million Afghanis has opened in Samangan, signaling infrastructure progress under the…

Rising Plastic Waste Poses New Environmental Challenge in Afghanistan

Plastic waste is rising in Afghanistan, prompting recycling efforts in Balkh to reduce pollution and boost the local economy amid…

Charitable Organization Hosts Group Wedding Ceremony for 130 Couples in Herat

A charitable group in Herat held a group wedding for 130 couples facing economic hardships and high marriage costs under…

Hundreds of Displaced Families Spend Winter Under Tents at Kabul’s Kotol Shelter

Hundreds of displaced families in Kabul spend winter under tents at Kotol shelter, facing severe cold amid inadequate aid and…

Italy Pledges €2.4 Million to UN Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan

Italy donates €2.4 million to the UN Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan to support cultural heritage, climate resilience, and sustainable…

UNICEF Sends 9 Containers of Aid Toward Torkham Amid Afghanistan-Pakistan Tensions

Nine containers of UNICEF humanitarian aid for Afghanistan are being sent to Torkham, pending Taliban clearance amid ongoing Afghanistan-Pakistan border…

Kabul’s Groundwater Levels Drop Up to 40 Meters Amid Heavy Reliance on Private Water Companies

Survey reveals Kabul's groundwater has dropped up to 40 meters; over half of households rely on private water companies amid…