AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 minutes agoPopulation & Climate Vulnerability: UNAMA estimates Afghanistan’s population at 48.6 million for 2026, while Taliban figures put it at 37.2 million, as World Population Day spotlights rapid growth, returnee pressure, and links between demographic trends and climate impacts like droughts, floods, rising temperatures, and water shortages. Education Under Strain: Young Afghans say the Taliban-run Kankor exam lacks transparency and, combined with tuition costs, is pushing them out of both public and private universities—threatening long-term livelihoods. Land, Mining & Food Security: In Badakhshan, residents allege farmland is being plundered by mining firms and Taliban-linked actors, with unregulated operations damaging pastureland and undermining agriculture and livestock. Humanitarian & Rights Focus: UNHCR’s Barham Salih urges continued international engagement, stressing that women’s participation, girls’ education, and enabling conditions for aid groups are essential for recovery. Road Safety Tragedy: In Panjshir, four children were killed in a vehicle accident attributed to speeding and reckless driving; the driver was arrested. Agriculture Cooperation: Afghanistan’s agriculture minister calls for Indian investment and technology transfer, including a joint working group to modernize seeds, irrigation, livestock, and renewable energy.
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