Francesca Cozzarini

Regional Area Manager (West), UNDP Afghanistan. Views are my own

[UNDP Afghanistan @UNDPaf]

WAHDAT, a new joint UN initiative, is supporting returnees, IDPs & communities in Herat and Farah with housing, livelihoods & protection services. Implemented by @UNDPaf, @IOMAfghanistan, @UNHCRAfg & UN-Habitat with support from the multi-donor @UN_STFA.

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[UNDP Afghanistan @UNDPaf]

EU Day highlights the European Union’s partnership and support to Afghanistan.

Thank you @EUinAfghanistan.

Support period: January 2024 – December 2025.

[UNICEF Lebanon @UNICEFLebanon]

In hard-to-reach areas like Tebnine, in South Lebanon, damaged hospitals continue to function while cut off from the rest of the country.

Inside, hundreds of patients are being treated. Many are children.

UNICEF teams are on the ground, delivering life-saving medical supplies, safe water, hygiene kits, and baby kits to support overwhelmed health facilities and families living in isolation.

Humanitarian convoys are now critical to sustain people.

But this is not enough.

Hospitals must be protected.
Children must be protected.
Communities must be reached.

A ceasefire is urgently needed. Now.

[UNDP Afghanistan @UNDPaf]

Part two: Afghanistan’s private sector is resilient but under pressure, facing challenges like limited access to finance, infrastructure gaps, and regulatory uncertainty.

▶️ Watch the video to learn more.

#PrivateSector

@UNDP @UNDPasiapac @IICPSD

[UNDP Afghanistan @UNDPaf]

“My workshop capital grew from 8,000 to over 800,000 Afghanis, & now 16 people have jobs,” said Kamela of Afghan Gam. Her women-led shoe company in Herat is building a local brand and replacing imports.

Supported by @UNDP & @EUinAfghanistan.

Read more: https://t.co/5rX0CRSrxf

[UNDP Afghanistan @UNDPaf]

“Without UNDP’s support, it might’ve taken 15 years. We did it in two,” said Mubarka of Mahala Clothing in Herat. The workshop now employs returnee women and supports local clothing production.

Supported by @UNDP and @EUinAfghanistan.

For more: https://t.co/BW6oGsdYIV

#MSMEs

[UNDP Afghanistan @UNDPaf]

Happy International Women’s Day ✨

Watch the video to learn more: https://t.co/eUkIMp6Ghb

For All Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.
#ForAllWomenAndGirls

[UNDP Afghanistan @UNDPaf]

“We grew from 2 home sewing machines to a company employing 50 people” said Nasrin, Managing Director of Nagin Uniform in Herat. Her leadership is inspiring a new generation of women tailors & breadwinners.

Supported by @UNDP & @EUinAfghanistan

For more: https://t.co/BW6oGsdYIV

[UNDP Afghanistan @UNDPaf]

Since Sept 2023, more than 3 million Afghans have returned home, over three million this year alone. Many arrive with little more than a bag in hand. This is their journey of starting over: Learn more: https://t.co/McSaUdT01h

[Kanni Wignaraja @kanniwignaraja]

Rahila’s home was among the 50,000 homes destroyed in Herat province Afghanistan during the earthquake in 2023. As @unafghanistan @UNDPaf supports the rebuild, another big one has just struck the eastern region flattening entire villages in Kunar and Nangarhar provinces. This one too has already claimed hundreds of lives and homes.
Through @UNDP’s shelter support, funded by the #SpecialTrustFundforAfghanistan, safe homes can now be built faster, so earlier recovery is available for families who have lost everything.

[Indrika Ratwatte @IndrikaRatwatte]

Alarming gap: Afghan returnees surge as funding falls dangerously short. Without urgent investment, hard-won progress will collapse—risking regional instability. We call for immediate action. #UNinAfghanistan
More details here: https://t.co/fSoyjts2cs

[UNDP Afghanistan @UNDPaf]

In Chahak, Herat, 235 transitional and 169 permanent homes now stand where an earthquake once destroyed everything.
“We had nothing but the sky above us. Now we have homes, light, and hope.” says Fatima, a #HeratEarthquake survivor.
Read more: https://t.co/BBaCQbuBBs

[UNDP Afghanistan @UNDPaf]

. @UNDPaf remains committed to #StayAndDeliver. In 2024, we supported 2M+ with healthcare, 1.3M with clean energy, 29K with jobs, and 4,800+ MSMEs. Resilience is strong — and so is our commitment. Read more: https://t.co/HuLzJJeShu

[UNDP Crisis Action @UNDPCrisis]

In Chahak, Afghanistan, the October 2023 earthquakes claimed over 2,000 lives and destroyed 21,000+ homes.

Today, the village stands for resilience. With @UNDP support, 169 families have safer shelters.

New homes, renewed hope—Chahak is rebuilding. @UNDPaf

[UNDP Afghanistan @UNDPaf]

In a country where 97% of the population faces energy poverty, solar power is doing more than lighting homes, it’s powering hope.
@UNDPaf ’s renewable energy efforts are reaching millions, transforming clinics, businesses & lives.
Watch how:

[UNDP Afghanistan @UNDPaf]

Since 2022, the EU has partnered with @UNDP to support women-led MSMEs in Afghanistan protecting livelihoods, boosting access to finance, and strengthening resilience in one of the world’s most difficult contexts. #WomensEmpowerment #EUday
Read the full story: https://t.co/Y4bXCDA2Az

#EuropeDay2025

[UNDP Afghanistan @UNDPaf]

🌍Phase 1 (2022–2023) of the EU-supported women’s economic empowerment programme in western Afghanistan made real impact. With over $16.9M in funding, the project focused on Herat, Farah & Badghis. Here's what was achieved 👇

📚 4,053 women received business and technical training.
💸 4,053 business proposals approved.
🎁 3,130 grants distributed to women-led MSMEs.
💼 8,217 jobs created.

[Doel Mukerjee @Doelm]

Women’s economic empowerment is not just about income — it’s about dignity, equity, and participation. Grateful to @EUinAfghanistan for supporting these efforts. #Afghanistan #WomenEmpowerment #EuropeDay

[UNAMA News @UNAMAnews]

As key donor meetings take place in Istanbul this week, UN in #Afghanistan urges international donor community to maintain critical support for the Afghan people.

Full statement: https://t.co/KEHuEwY03Y

[Achim Steiner @ASteiner]

In remote Taiwara, Afghanistan, solar power is lighting the way to safer births and better healthcare.

Proud to see @UNFPA and @UNDP's partnership making a real difference in rural health, thanks to core contributions from regular resource donors.

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