Social Affairs
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UNDP says 833 schools and health centres in Afghanistan equipped with solar power
UNDP says 833 schools and health centres in Afghanistan have been equipped with solar power, benefiting more than 812,000 women…
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As International Day of the Girl is marked, Afghan girls face five years without education
UN agencies mark International Day of the Girl as Afghan girls remain barred from education for a fifth year.
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Taliban administration warns of flash flood risk in 11 Afghan provinces
Taliban officials warn of flash floods and rising river levels in 11 Afghan provinces, urging residents to follow safety measures.
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UNICEF Says Child Marriage Widespread Among Girls in Afghanistan
UNICEF warns child marriage is widespread in Afghanistan, threatening girls' education, health and future opportunities.
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UNDP: Afghanistan’s future depends on opportunities for girls
UNDP says Afghanistan's future depends on opportunities for girls, stressing education, skills training and health investments.
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Afghanistan Ranks Third Worldwide in Unexploded Munitions Casualties, UN Says
UNAMA says Afghanistan ranks third globally in casualties from unexploded ordnance, with children making up 80% of victims.
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Red Cross and Red Crescent Provide Cash Aid to 700 Affected Families in Zabul
Red Cross and Red Crescent give cash aid to 700 families affected by clashes in Afghanistan’s Zabul province.
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More Than 2.4 Million Girls in Afghanistan Denied Education, Reports Say
More than 2.4 million girls in Afghanistan are denied education under Taliban rule, with child marriage concerns also growing.
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Norwegian Refugee Council Says Kunar Earthquake Victims Still Need Aid
Norwegian Refugee Council says families hit by last year’s Kunar earthquake still need support to rebuild homes and secure clean…
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UN launches repair of 800 shelters in Kunduz and Baghlan
UN-Habitat begins repairing 800 shelters for vulnerable returning families in Kunduz and Baghlan, as Afghanistan faces a housing shortage.