ECONOMY — June 11, 2026
OCHA Urges Livelihood Investments for Self-Reliance in Afghanistan
OCHA has called for greater investment in livelihoods and job creation in Afghanistan to foster self-reliance, citing needs expressed by families in Bamyan, as a UNAMA report estimates 21.9 million people will require aid in 2026.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Khaama Press — corroborated by Hasht-e Subh — 2 min read
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs has stressed the need to invest in livelihood programs to help Afghan communities achieve self-sufficiency and resilience.
The agency highlighted accounts from families in Bamyan province who said their primary need is access to work opportunities. The families stated they are ready to work but require opportunities.
The call aligns with a recent report presented by the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan to the UN Security Council. The report described Afghanistan as one of the world's largest humanitarian crises and estimated that 21.9 million people will need assistance in 2026.
Georgette Gagnon, head of UNAMA, conveyed the assessment to the Security Council. The statements from OCHA and UNAMA underscore the importance of sustainable economic measures alongside humanitarian support.
Read the original reporting at Khaama Press →
Reliability assessment
Two independent sources corroborate OCHA's public statement and X post regarding Bamyan families and livelihood needs; both cite the same on-record UN figures from Georgette Gagnon with consistent details
The source language reads straight.
Independent web corroboration
An independent web search turned up no separate corroborating reports. Treat the account as single-sourced until more outlets pick it up.
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Where reports agree
- OCHA emphasized the need for livelihood investments and job opportunities alongside ongoing humanitarian aid
- Families in Bamyan expressed a primary need for employment opportunities
- OCHA referenced the quote about being ready to work but needing opportunities
- Georgette Gagnon's statement to the UN Security Council on 21.9 million people needing aid in 2026
Where reports differ
- Khaama Press mentions recent returns of Afghan migrants increasing economic pressure; Hasht-e Subh does not reference this
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Khaama Press
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Hasht-e Subh
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Economy — OCHA, Afghanistan, Bamyan, livelihoods, humanitarian aid
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