The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved two major grants to strengthen food security, deliver vital health services, and enhance resilience against natural hazards in Afghanistan. These initiatives aim to provide essential support to Afghan communities facing ongoing humanitarian and environmental challenges.
The first grant, valued at $370 million, will sustain the delivery of critical health services across 17 provinces, focusing on maternal, neonatal, and child health, nutrition, and immunization. It will also ensure the supply of essential medicines and agricultural inputs to boost food production. At least 161,000 households are expected to benefit from the support, which includes staple and cash crops, orchard products, and livestock.
The second grant, worth $100 million, will provide urgent food assistance to families in hunger-affected areas. It will further fund community initiatives aimed at mitigating the effects of extreme weather and natural disasters while promoting alternative livelihood opportunities for communities impacted by such events, including those affected by the August 31 earthquake.
Both grants are financed through the Asian Development Fund, which supports ADB’s poorest and most vulnerable member countries. Reinforcing its ongoing commitment to Afghanistan, ADB continues to explore innovative approaches and partnerships to deliver sustainable support. Established in 1966, ADB works with 69 member countries to promote inclusive, resilient, and sustainable development across Asia and the Pacific.
