The United Nations has raised alarm over the ongoing water crisis in Afghanistan, revealing that nearly one-third of the country’s population does not have access to safe drinking water.
According to UN data, more than 10 million people in Afghanistan continue to rely on unsafe and unprotected water sources.
Despite some progress in recent years, the crisis remains a major burden—particularly for rural communities, with women and children bearing the brunt of its impact.
In response to this pressing challenge, the United Nations has reaffirmed its commitment to rehabilitating and restoring water supply infrastructure damaged by years of conflict and drought; expanding and improving health and sanitation services to reach more than 5 million Afghans by 2026; and strengthening the capacity of local communities to sustainably manage water resources.
The UN emphasizes that ensuring equitable access to clean water is not only vital for public health, but also essential for community resilience and long-term development in Afghanistan.
