ECONOMY — February 21, 2026
Practical work on Spinzar commercial and residential town project in Kunduz to begin soon
The General Directorate of Emirati Companies announced the imminent start of practical work on the 45 billion Afghani Spinzar commercial and residential town project on 150 jeribs in Kunduz province. The development, by Spinzar Kunduz Emirati Company, is designed to international standards and expected to boost local economic and housing opportunities.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Pajhwok — corroborated by Bakhtar News, Bakhtar News and RTA — 2 min read

KABUL — The General Directorate of Emirati Companies announced that practical work on the large-scale Spinzar commercial and residential town project in Kunduz province, with an estimated investment of 45 billion Afghanis, will begin soon.
Spinzar Kunduz Emirati Company, affiliated with the General Directorate of Emirati Companies, will implement the project on 150 jeribs of land owned by the company in the northeast zone of the country. The directorate stated on its X page that this marks the first time the company is undertaking such an extensive initiative.
Practical construction will commence after completion of administrative procedures and obtaining approvals from the General Directorate of Emirati Companies and the Ministry of Urban Development and Housing.
The town has been designed according to international standards. Upon completion, it is expected to significantly alter the landscape of Kunduz, the center of the northeast zone, and create new economic, commercial, and residential opportunities for local residents.
Both announcements emphasize the project's potential to enhance opportunities in the region.
Read the original reporting at Pajhwok →
Reliability assessment
Reported by multiple independent outlets (Pajhwok, Bakhtar News, RTA) based on a direct announcement from the General Directorate of Emirati Companies on its X page, providing concrete details like project name, cost (45 billion Afghani), land size (150 jeribs), and location.
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Pajhwok
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Bakhtar News
RTA
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Economy — Kunduz, Spinzar Kunduz, Emirati Companies, residential town, commercial development
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