The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for Afghanistan has recently projected that the interim government’s restrictions on women and girls could result in approximately $920 million in losses by 2026.
In a statement released today (Wednesday, April 30), the UNDP warned that Afghanistan is increasingly sinking into a socio-economic crisis.
The UNDP further emphasized that this crisis has exacerbated social inequalities, particularly worsening the situation for women and girls.
The organization added that Afghanistan’s economy is heavily dependent on imports and international aid.
According to the report, 75% of Afghanistan’s population faced food insecurity in 2024, marking a six percent increase compared to 2023.
The report stated: “90% of Afghan households, having lost productive assets, livelihoods, jobs, and income opportunities, have been forced to reduce their daily consumption.”
It is worth noting that since the interim government regained control in Afghanistan, international organizations have consistently warned about the worsening economic conditions of citizens and the increasing restrictions on women.
