RASC News Agency: The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has recently announced the necessity of a three-billion-dollar budget for Afghanistan in 2024 to extend assistance to those in need. Emphasis is placed on directing this budget towards countries facing the most acute humanitarian crises. As outlined in a report published by OCHA on Monday, December 11th, this UN agency requires a total of 46.4 billion dollars for its humanitarian endeavors across various countries, including Afghanistan, in 2024.
The organization’s report identifies nearly 181 million people in 72 countries who are slated to receive humanitarian assistance in 2024. Furthermore, the report underscores that the diminishing support has resulted in a budgetary shortfall for the current year, leaving millions without access to essential services. These developments unfold against a backdrop where certain international relief agencies had previously voiced concerns regarding the escalating number of individuals requiring humanitarian aid and the diminishing efforts of relief organizations to address these needs.
Concurrently, Martin Griffiths, the Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations for Humanitarian Affairs, has underscored his apprehensions about inadequate funding for the upcoming year, underscoring that humanitarian aid in Afghanistan is poised to combat hunger and save lives.
It is noteworthy that following the Taliban’s assumption of control in the country, the imposed restrictions on the work and activities of women within government and foreign institutions, coupled with unfavorable working conditions for citizens, have led to a notable increase in poverty and unemployment among families.
