ECONOMY — April 28, 2026
Work Begins on Three Electricity Projects in Northern Afghanistan
The Ministry of Water and Energy has launched three electricity projects in Jawzjan, Sar-e Pol, and Faryab provinces, funded at nearly 4 billion Afghanis from the Islamic Emirate’s domestic budget. The three-year initiative aims to provide reliable power to thousands of households in northern Afghanistan.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Hurriyat — 2 min read

Construction has commenced on three electricity infrastructure projects across northern Afghanistan, following an official announcement by the Ministry of Water and Energy. The initiatives span multiple districts within Jawzjan, Sar-e Pol, and Faryab provinces, marking a targeted expansion of the region’s power distribution network.
The Ministry confirmed that the combined cost of the projects is approximately 4 billion Afghanis. Funding for the construction has been allocated directly from the domestic budget of the Islamic Emirate. Officials stated that the financial commitment reflects a broader strategy to improve energy access and support economic stability in northern communities.
Project planners have established a completion timeline of three years. Once fully operational, the new infrastructure is expected to deliver reliable electricity to thousands of local families. The Ministry emphasized that the expansion will help reduce dependence on external power sources and address longstanding distribution gaps in the targeted districts.
Engineering teams have mobilized to the designated sites to initiate preliminary groundwork and technical assessments. The Ministry noted that implementation will proceed under direct federal oversight, with provincial authorities coordinating logistical support to ensure timely progress. Local residents in the affected districts have been briefed on the construction schedule and expected service timelines.
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Single source reports a direct, on-record announcement from the Ministry of Water and Energy with concrete, verifiable details including specific project locations, budget allocation (~4 billion AFN), completion timeline (3 years), and funding source. Per guidelines, a single-source report with direct official attribution and specific details qualifies as reliable.
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