Rehabilitation planning 12. After both the February and May earthquakes, more than 17,000 houses now need to be rebuilt. When winter sets in, by the end of October at the latest, families would need to have winterized shelter to be able to survive through the harsh winter. Approximately 11,135 housing units have been targeted for rehabilitation in the western zone alone. Those who do not qualify for direct assistance could be given technical advice and access to tools and limited inputs for use in rebuilding.
Limited funds are available with implementing agencies to start preliminary work on rehabilitation.
Donor response to the Emergency Appeal has been very weak and funds are being sought, especially for programmes in the eastern zone. Pamir Reconstruction Bureau and Norwegian Afghanistan Committee are willing to be involved in rehabilitation for the eastern zone and are seeking funds. OCHA is prepared to serve as channel for cash contributions for the immediate relief needs detailed above. Funds channelled through OCHA will be spent in coordination with the relevant organizations of the UN system and OCHA will provide written confirmation of their use. M. Kondo, OCHA Disaster Response Branch, direct Tel.