UNDP Afghanistan
Hear from Stephen Rodriques as he reflects on the powerful moments of seeing communities regain access to water, energy, and irrigation systems across Afghanistan, moments that moved both him and a...
Around 28 million people in Afghanistan were unable to meet their most basic needs in 2025, according to UNDP’s latest Afghanistan Socioeconomic Review.
Climate shocks, declining aid, and restri...
The Afghanistan Socioeconomic Review (ASER) is an annual socioeconomic update prepared by the United Nations Development Programme’s (UNDP) Afghanistan’s Policy, Innovation and Knowledge Unit under...
Along the Kabul Jalalabad highway, serious traffic accidents are common, and many emergency cases are rushed to Surobi District Hospital for lifesaving care.
To strengthen the hospital’s services,...
In 2025, UNDP and UNCTAD conducted a nationwide survey on clustered MSMEs in Afghanistan, highlighting how these businesses operate, the challenges they face, and their growth potential.
MSMEs ha...
Mohammadullah Rahmdil, a private sector expert at @UNDPaf, highlights key priorities including improved access to finance, better infrastructure, skills development, women’s economic participation,...
Afghanistan’s private sector drives jobs, income, and growth, with rising production showing its potential to reduce aid dependence and support a more self-reliant economy.
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Afghanistan’s private sector is resilient but under pressure, facing challenges like limited access to finance, infrastructure gaps, and regulatory uncertainty.
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Mohammadullah Rahmdil, a private sector expert at UNDP Afghanistan, says strengthening Afg’s private sector is key to growth, jobs, and reducing aid reliance. UNDP’s Private Sector Mapping Report h...
Part 4: International interest in Afghanistan’s private sector exists, especially in agriculture, energy, & ICT, but remains cautious due to risks, infrastructure gaps, & financial system chal
Through partnerships such as the Global Fund, and projects like ABADEI and SESEHA, UNDP supports life-saving HIV, TB, and malaria services across all the country, reaching vulnerable communities an...
Kamela Mirzai’s journey in Herat with the Kanon Hamdili Zanan Saving Group led to the creation of Afghan Gam, a women-led shoe production company. With support, her capital grew exponentially, allo...
In Balkh, a pioneering saving group for the deaf community is unlocking potential and creating opportunities. With 16 members, the group combines savings with skills training like mobile repair, en...
The Nazia Baharistani Tailoring & Handicraft Center in Badakhshan is revitalizing traditional crafts like 'Raghza' weaving and creating jobs for women, including widows and persons with disabiliti
How essential is women’s involvement in communities and the workforce, especially during times of crisis. After the devastating earthquake in eastern Afghanistan, Meena played a vital role in rebui...
Mahala Clothing in Herat is more than a workshop; it’s a lifeline for returnee women and a step towards national self-sufficiency. Starting with just a few machines, support provided ten sewing and...
In Badakhshan, the Bano Wan Mbtakir Saving Group is empowering women to become entrepreneurs. Through savings, interest-free loans, and business training, members like Fareeha are starting and expa...
At Noor Ahmad Baheer Ltd. in Balkh, a women-only workforce is processing raisins and dried fruits. With support, the company increased its direct employees from 70 to 100 and now sources from over ...
Kamela Mirzai’s journey in Herat with the Kanon Hamdili Zanan Saving Group led to the creation of Afghan Gam, a women-led shoe production company. With support, her capital grew exponentially, allo...
Masoma Nazari turned a single sewing machine into a thriving tailoring center in Badakhshan. With an interest-free loan, she expanded her business, hired more employees, and now creates up to 15 se...