In 2025, nearly half of Afghanistan’s population will require humanitarian aid due to chronic vulnerabilities and limited provision of services.
The Taliban’s restrictive policies, especially targeting women and girls, have deepened protection risks and reduced access to essential services. Weak infrastructure and limited healthcare and education systems exacerbate recurring humanitarian crises.
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The economy remains stagnant following its collapse in 2021, with widespread poverty, unemployment, and underemployment affecting 48% of the population.
Cycles of drought and flooding, along with climate shocks are worsening the water crisis. As of November 2025, an estimated
people will be living in crisis or worse levels of food insecurity during the lean season
people in emergency conditions
Political developments in neighbouring Iran and Pakistan have triggered large scale return of Afghan refugees straining local resources and services; over two million Afghan nationals have been forcibly returned this year. Meanwhile, 2025 saw dramatic funding cuts that have further slashed essential services.
