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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 3h

Saturday, Oct 24, 2026, marks the #WorldPolioDay. This important day presents an opportunity to spotlight national efforts towards a #PolioFreeAfghanistan and honor the efforts of the frontline workers who work tirelessly in the fight to #EndPolio and vaccinate every child everywhere.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 20/10/2026

Zohal is gaining embroidery skills with other 12 girls in Mazar through a UNICEF-supported programme funded by @adb.org. By the end of 2026, 1,500 adolescents facing heightened protection risks will be supported with skills and opportunities to build safer, more resilient futures.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 19/10/2026

“Before, we used river water for drinking, cooking & washing & children often fell sick,” says Khalil in Nuristan. Today, safe water flows from a tap just outside his home! Thanks to European Union Humanitarian Aid, access to clean water is reducing waterborne diseases & helping children thrive.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 18/10/2026

"I brought my 5 grandchildren for vaccination & even used a wheelbarrow to get children to the team," says Habibullah. Thanks to community mobilizers & vaccinators, the Multi-Antigen Accelerated Campaign helped reach zero-dose & under-vaccinated children with lifesaving vaccines. 💉 👶🏽

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 15/10/2026

Safe water and soap at school help keep children like Sara healthy and protected from waterborne diseases in Parwan. UNICEF helps people across #Afghanistan access safer water, sanitation and hygiene services. #GlobalHandwashingDay

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 08/10/2026

Every child deserves a healthy start in life. With support from the Republic of Korea, UNICEF is strengthening community-based primary health care and expanding access to maternal, newborn and child health, immunization and nutrition services.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 06/10/2026

At 11, Sediqa needs the right nutrients to grow and stay healthy. Nutrition counsellor Arezo gives her iron and folic acid supplements to help protect her from iron deficiency and anaemia. UNICEF provides essential micronutrients to children, adolescent girls and pregnant women across #Afghanistan.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 01/10/2026

Safe water is a lifeline. 💧 Supported by the Republic of Korea, UNICEF is strengthening access to safe water, essential sanitation and hygiene services in schools and health facilities across 12 provinces of Afghanistan, helping children and families stay safe from waterborne diseases.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 30/09/2026

At just 1, Hamta was already fighting severe acute malnutrition. After being screened, she received care and lifesaving therapeutic food. Across #Afghanistan, too many children are still at risk. In 2026, UNICEF aims to reach 1.3M children with treatment for malnutrition.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 29/09/2026

Nasrin prepares to vaccinate baby Mozamel at a clinic in Herat.💉 With support from @gavi.org and partners, we supply vaccines, refrigerators and cold chain equipment to hospitals across #Afghanistan. Health workers like Nasrin help protect children like Mozamel from preventable diseases.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 27/09/2026

📚 Every child deserves to learn. Khadija attends class at Halima Sadiya Primary School in Faizabad, Badakhshan. Across Afghanistan, UNICEF supports schools with essential teaching and learning supplies, including backpacks, exercise books, pens and pencils, helping children learn and thrive.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 23/09/2026

#UNGA81: Exceptional line-up of global leaders, health experts & advocates discuss why ending polio matters & the health benefits beyond eradication, for every child. Watch it live on 23 Sept, 2:00pm EDT👉https://webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1l/k1loxvi8pw #EndPolio

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 21/09/2026

Today, 21 September, Afghanistan's nationwide #Polio vaccination campaign begins. With support from our donors, UNICEF teams are on the ground reaching every child under 5, even in the most remote communities, to protect them from this devastating yet vaccine preventable disease.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 20/09/2026

“When a child recovers from malnutrition, I feel proud of my job,” says Gulsoom, a community health worker in Herat. Every day, she tracks children’s growth and supports mothers with vital nutrition guidance, helping children grow healthier and stronger.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 13/09/2026

“Children and young people in Afghanistan deserve our support,” says Dr. Tajudeen Oyewale, UNICEF Afghanistan Representative. Thanks to support from the World Bank, UNICEF helped more than 500 adolescent girls and boys develop technical skills and enter the job market in 2026.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 10/09/2026

"I’m happy with my new UNICEF school backpack," says 9-year-old Hajar, a Grade 3 student. "Before, I carried my books and notebooks in a plastic bag." Thanks to @adb.org and World Bank, children like Hajar now have the tools they need to learn and achieve their dreams.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 08/09/2026

We need to invest more in quality primary education, including trained teachers, safe learning spaces and teaching materials, to ensure every child learns to read and write and has the skills to build a better future. #ForEveryChild

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 06/09/2026

8-year-old Salman draws and plays with his friends at the UNICEF-supported Child Friendly Space in Torkham. Returning from Pakistan with his family, he now has a safe space to draw, play and learn. With support from European Union in Afghanistan, children like him can simply be children. 💙

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 02/09/2026

After returning from Pakistan, Zainab fell ill with acute watery diarrhoea. She received care at a UNICEF supported clinic in Torkham border, run with funds from World Bank and @adb.org. “I'm satisfied with how the doctors and staff treated us,” says her grandfather, Mohammad Khan.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 02/09/2026

Safe water is changing lives in Ghor. Safiullah & his brother Omid, now have safe water closer to home, giving them more time to learn & play. With support from the Republic of Korea Ministry of Foreign Affairs, we're providing solar-powered water systems for vulnerable communities in the province.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 01/09/2026

“Now I can write and enjoy colouring,” says Grade 3, Fatima. “I received notebooks, pencils, colour pencils and stationery”. Thanks to @adb.org, World Bank and @gpforeducation.bsky.social, in 2026, UNICEF distributed teaching and learning materials to over 70,000 students like her in Daikundi.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 25/08/2026

“Across Afghanistan, 3.7 million children are suffering from wasting, including around 1 million with life-threatening severe acute malnutrition,” said Dr. Tajudeen Oyewale, UNICEF Afghanistan Representative at today’s press briefing in Geneva. Read more: 👇🏽 unicef.link/4hTmh1g

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 24/08/2026

Laughter, learning, and friendship now fill Halima's days. The 7-year-old returnee attends a UNICEF-supported Child Friendly Space, where children can play, learn, and simply be children again. Thanks to European Union in Afghanistan, returnee children like Halima can thrive. 💙 #ForEveryChild

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 20/08/2026

Every child deserves a safe space to learn, play, and heal. Thanks to UNICEF Germany, children in Khas Kunar received psychosocial support from trained social workers and regained a sense of normalcy in @afghanistan.unicef.org -supported child-friendly spaces. #Safety #ForEveryChild

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 19/08/2026

Behind every child reached by @afghanistan.unicef.org is a humanitarian working tirelessly to save lives, protect rights, and restore hope. This #WorldHumanitarianDay, we honour their dedication and reaffirm our commitment to reach every child, everywhere. #ForEveryChild

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 16/08/2026

Polio has no cure, but it is preventable. Zabida received her polio vaccine, protecting her from lifelong paralysis. With support from the Government of #Japan through JICA, UNICEF is strengthening immunization services across Afghanistan to help eradicate polio & protect every child’s future.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 13/08/2026

Recent floods impacted over 2400 people in Afghanistan. Since the first day of the #Nuristan floods, UNICEF teams have provided safe water, established health clinics, and supported over 2,200 people through emergency response efforts. #ForEveryChild 🎥 👇

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 12/08/2026

This #YouthDay and every day, UNICEF supports Afghan youth through vocational and digital skills training, from coding to tailoring and repair services. These opportunities empower young people, especially girls, to unlock their potential and shape their futures. #IYD2026

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 09/08/2026

At just 8 months, Malika was suffering from severe acute malnutrition. “Since we started therapeutic food treatment, she is getting better,” says her mother. With support from European Union in Afghanistan, UNICEF provides life-saving treatment for children.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 07/08/2026

Breast milk is a child's first protection against illness and their first step towards healthy development. Female health workers are helping mothers stay healthy and breastfeed successfully by providing UNICEF-supported Multiple Micronutrient Supplements during and after pregnancy.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 06/08/2026

Healthy mothers = Healthy children 👶🏽 Female health workers play an essential role in helping mothers while breastfeeding. UNICEF supports breastfeeding education, breastfeeding support, and prioritizing women’s nutrition and essential antenatal care.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 05/08/2026

Breastfeeding is essential for a sustainable start in life. With support from UNICEF and its partners, mothers receive nutrition counseling on when and how to breastfeed, giving every child the strongest start in life across Afghanistan.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 04/08/2026

“I breastfeed my children for over two years and they’re healthier. Some neighbors don't breastfeed their children, and they often get sick and are at risk of malnutrition,” says Zahra's mother. Breastfeeding has lifelong benefits for a child’s healthy growth and development. 💙

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 03/08/2026

Fatima, a nutrition counsellor, advises Asma on breastfeeding and the importance of taking Multiple Micronutrient Supplements (MMS) during and after pregnancy. With donor support, UNICEF provides MMS to pregnant and breastfeeding women, helping prevent anaemia and malnutrition.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 03/08/2026

Recent floods have impacted several provinces in eastern Afghanistan, and access to water is critical during emergencies.💧 UNICEF and partners established a temporary water supply solution in #Nuristan - with a capacity of 60K liters, to provide safe drinking water to 2K people.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 29/07/2026

Polio has no cure, but it is preventable. Hania receives her 2 drops of polio vaccine, protecting her from lifelong paralysis. With @gatesfoundation.bsky.social support, UNICEF is strengthening community engagement, raising awareness, & supporting vaccine procurement to reach every child.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 28/07/2026

When Roads Cut off, UNICEF Finds a Way to Reach Children! Recent floods have washed away roads and cut off communities in #Nuristan. Our teams are on the ground, reaching affected communities with emergency kits, health services, nutrition support, and safe drinking water.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 28/07/2026

UNICEF and partners reached flood-affected communities in #Nuristan, distributing emergency kits to 690 people in need, including 🧼 soap, 🪣 jerry cans, 🍳 kitchen sets and🧴 hygiene kits. Together, we are helping families stay safe and recover with dignity during the emergency.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 22/07/2026

Satayesh, was severely malnourished. After one week of ready-to-use therapeutic food (RUTF) she gained 0.5kg. “Now I can see she is getting better,” says her mother. With European Union Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid support, we provide RUTF for children to fight severe acute malnutrition.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 20/07/2026

Every child deserves a healthy start. With support from UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, UNICEF's Mother & Child Cash Transfer programme is helping vulnerable Afghan families afford nutritious food & essential supplies while improving access to health & nutrition services.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 19/07/2026

Right from pregnancy, mothers and babies are connected. With support from the Bezos Family Foundation #ChildNutritionFund, UNICEF provide Multiple Micronutrient Supplements to pregnant women to ensure they and their babies receive the nutrients needed to survive and thrive.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 16/07/2026

In Daikundi, Idris is recovering from malnutrition with the help of therapeutic food. “Before, he could not walk or understand me. Now he walks, understands, & repeats some words,” says his mother, Fatima. With Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office support, more children recover & survive.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 15/07/2026

On this #YouthSkillsDay, meet Ahmad in his tailoring class ✂️. “Learning tailoring has changed my life,” he says. “Now I can support my family and feel proud.” With support from European Union in Afghanistan, young people gain vocational skills to earn an income for a better future.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 13/07/2026

“One day, I want to become a doctor,” says 7-year-old Shagofa, who attends a community-driven learning class close to home in Bamyan. With support from EU Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid, more children are gaining access to safe learning spaces where they can learn and build a brighter future.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 09/07/2026

Baby Mohra receives her measles vaccination. 💉 With support from the government of Japan through JICA, we procure vaccines and strengthen the cold chain to ensure every dose remains potent, helping protect children like her across Afghanistan.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 08/07/2026

“I learned new things in training and can answer many of my patients’ questions,” says midwife Bibi Gul, as she examines baby Taib and advises his mother on newborn care. With @adb.org support, Skills Labs help midwives deliver quality care for mothers and newborns.

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UNICEF Afghanistan @afghanistan.unicef.org · 07/07/2026

Bringing lifesaving services closer to children and families. Over 6.5 million people accessed essential health services through UNICEF-supported health facilities across all 34 provinces of Afghanistan. Read more in our May Situation Report: unicef.link/44hL0nJ

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