ECONOMY — February 15, 2026
World Food Programme: 445,000 People in Afghanistan Closer to Food Security in 2025
The World Food Programme reports that its 2025 programs in Afghanistan helped 445,000 people approach food security by rehabilitating irrigation infrastructure and supporting farmers and women with skills training. This progress contrasts with UN forecasts of a deepening economic and hunger crisis in 2026.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Hasht-e Subh — 2 min read
KABUL (Hasht-e Subh) -- The World Food Programme (WFP) announced that its long-term programs in Afghanistan during 2025 brought approximately 445,000 people closer to greater food stability.
In a report issued on Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026, WFP detailed that the initiatives rehabilitated more than 250 kilometers of irrigation canals and re-irrigated around 2,800 hectares of agricultural land.
Additionally, 4,250 farmers benefited from support programs, while 1,200 women acquired new skills aimed at improving their income and enhancing their economic roles.
WFP stated that these efforts have improved access to sufficient food in many areas, shielding more families from the risk of food insecurity.
The achievements come amid broader UN warnings that Afghanistan faces a severe economic crisis and intense hunger in 2026, requiring urgent aid for vulnerable families.
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