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    Afghanistan's water crisis: 79% struggle for access, UNDP provides lifeline

    Afghanistan's water crisis: 79% struggle for access, UNDP provides lifeline

    Afghanistan finds itself in the grips of a dire water crisis, with 79% of its populace struggling to access this fundamental resource, UNDP Afghanistan reported. The crisis stems from a complex interplay of factors including severe droughts, economic instability, and the ravages of prolonged conflicts. Climate change exacerbates the situation, causing destruction to vital water sources and infrastructure.

    Photo: 79% of Afghanistan's population faces a dire water crisis
    Source: UNDP Afghanistan

     

    This crisis disproportionately affects female-headed households, compounding their vulnerability due to additional barriers to accessing public water facilities. The adverse effects of climate change, characterized by increased frequency and severity of droughts and floods, pose existential threats to agricultural communities, vital to the nation's economy.

    Data from 2023 highlighted the gravity of the challenge, with 67% of Afghan households affected by drought-related hardships, and an additional 16% grappling with the aftermath of floods.

    However, amidst these grim circumstances, glimmers of hope emerge through initiatives spearheaded by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The ABADEI project, a flagship endeavor, stands out as a beacon of resilience and transformation in communities grappling with severe water scarcity and environmental challenges.

    Climate change worsens the situation, destroying vital water sources
    Photo: Climate change worsens the situation, destroying vital water sources
    Source: UNDP Afghanistan

     

    In villages like Zarghonat, Kariz-e-Salim, and Mutakzo, the impact of UNDP interventions is palpable. The ABADEI project ensures water and food security for hundreds of households, providing consistent access to drinking water and irrigation for agricultural lands. Moreover, it incorporates disaster risk reduction and management strategies, crucial in mitigating the impacts of unpredictable weather patterns.

    In Zarghonat, the construction of a reservoir under the ABADEI project has brought joy and relief to residents, guaranteeing water security for 150 households and offering employment opportunities to 874 villagers. Similarly, in Kariz-e-Salim, the construction of a check dam has rejuvenated the landscape, benefiting not just the immediate community but also neighboring areas, impacting around 63,000 inhabitants.

    UNDP's commitment extends beyond water infrastructure. The organization has rehabilitated vital community facilities such as schools, health centers, and emergency shelters, positively impacting over 4.4 mn people. Additionally, over 824 kilometers of irrigation channels have been constructed or refurbished, facilitating the irrigation of vast swathes of agricultural land.

     

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