SOCIETY — March 3, 2026
Afghanistan Signs $7.7 Million Contract to Expand Health Services in 19 Provinces
Afghanistan's Ministry of Public Health signed a $7.7 million five-year contract with MSIA to expand health services for nearly 600,000 people in 19 provinces and create 404 jobs.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Pajhwok — 2 min read
KABUL (Afghan Verified) -- Afghanistan's Ministry of Public Health has signed a five-year contract worth $7,730,125 with the international institution MSIA to strengthen and expand health services across 19 provinces.
The provinces covered include Kabul, Nangarhar, Kapisa, Badakhshan, Takhar, Kunduz, Baghlan, Balkh, Jowzjan, Faryab, Herat, Kandahar, Helmand, Samangan, Ghor, Bamyan, Paktia, Khost and Farah.
According to a ministry statement, the agreement aims to improve the quality of health services, increase access and reduce health problems among residents. Nearly 600,000 people in these provinces will benefit from primary and specialized health services, while 404 jobs will be created in various health sectors.
The ministry stated that MSIA will provide these services over the five-year period.
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Reliability assessment
Single source with direct attribution to Ministry of Public Health statement, including concrete checkable details: exact contract value ($7,730,125), named institution (MSIA), list of 19 specific provinces, beneficiary numbers (600,000 people, 404 jobs), and five-year duration. Not high-stakes or volatile.
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