RASC News Agency: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has reported that businesses established by Afghanistani women have directly and indirectly benefited approximately 4.5 million individuals across the country. According to the report, over 80,000 small businesses, led by women, have received support, resulting in the creation of nearly 900,000 jobs. In a statement released on Sunday, December 22, UNDP emphasized the transformative impact of these women-led enterprises on Afghanistan’s socio-economic landscape.
The statement highlighted that these businesses were launched with financial support from Japan and the European Union, facilitated by UNDP. On December 1, the agency disclosed that, with Japan’s backing since 2021, more than 856,000 people in Afghanistan including 225,000 women have gained employment. Additionally, over 1.7 million individuals have accessed improved services during this period. UNDP, operating in 170 countries, is dedicated to eradicating poverty, fostering sustainable development, and protecting natural resources. The agency aims to enhance individual capacities and encourage active participation in social and developmental systems.
This progress is particularly noteworthy given the Taliban’s ongoing restrictions on women and girls, including the closure of schools and bans on employment. Despite these oppressive measures, Afghanistani women continue to defy constraints, driving economic growth and creating opportunities that benefit millions across the nation.
