Based on the minority of settlements for which data was available in both round 6 and round 81, WASH GBV risk indicators improved, with the proportion living in settlements without gender  segregated latrines decreasing by 9.6 percentage points, or 51,265 individuals, for IDPs and by 10.1 percentage points, or 2,497 individuals, for returnees.


Based on the minority of settlements for which data was available in both round 6 and round 81, WASH GBV risk indicators improved, with the proportion living in settlements without gender  segregated latrines decreasing by 9.6 percentage points, or 51,265 men, for IDPs and by 10.1 percentage points, or 2,497 men, for returnees.


Based on the minority of settlements for which data was available in both round 6 and round 81, WASH GBV risk indicators improved, with the proportion living in settlements without gender  segregated latrines decreasing by 9.6 percentage points, or 51,265 women, for IDPs and by 10.1 percentage points, or 2,497 women, for returnees.


In 2018, not much has changed in South Sudan's education sector. Almost half of the war torn country's schools are shut and families have to choose between feeding their children and ensuring they get an education.

Impact->Impact on systems, services and networks


In 2018, not much has changed in South Sudan's education sector. Almost half of the war torn country's schools are shut and families have to choose between feeding his boys and ensuring he get an education.


In 2018, not much has changed in South Sudan's education sector. Almost half of the war torn country's schools are shut and families have to choose between feeding her girls and ensuring she get an education.


The total number of people estimated to be in need of emergency education assistance in 2019 is over two million, an increase of 66.5 % as compared to 2018.


The total number of men estimated to be in need of emergency education assistance in 2019 is over two million, an increase of 66.5 % as compared to 2018.


The total number of women estimated to be in need of emergency education assistance in 2019 is over two million, an increase of 66.5 % as compared to 2018.


General context of population movements in South Sudan South Sudanese people are highly mobile due to forced displacement, spontaneous returns, and seasonal and cultural population movements.


General context of population movements in South Sudan South Sudanese men are highly mobile due to forced displacement, spontaneous returns, and seasonal and cultural population movements.


General context of population movements in South Sudan South Sudanese women are highly mobile due to forced displacement, spontaneous returns, and seasonal and cultural population movements.


Partnering with media, civil society organizations and the private sector, the United Nations is engaging with communities to counter misinformation, hate speech and xenophobia linked to the spread of the virus: 4 million people across 15 communities have been reached and 1,000 fact checkers have been mobilized to tackle misinformation.

Capacities & response->International response


Partnering with media, civil society organizations and the private sector, the United Nations is engaging with communities to counter misinformation, hate speech and xenophobia linked to the spread of the virus: 4 million men across 15 communities have been reached and 1,000 fact checkers have been mobilized to tackle misinformation.


Partnering with media, civil society organizations and the private sector, the United Nations is engaging with communities to counter misinformation, hate speech and xenophobia linked to the spread of the virus: 4 million women across 15 communities have been reached and 1,000 fact checkers have been mobilized to tackle misinformation.


IOM is working on strengthening peacebuilding actions by encouraging young people to promote peaceful coexistence and social cohesion, and to combat stigmatization and hate speech related to COVID 19 using radio programmes, and highlighting youth contributions to fighting the pandemic.


IOM is working on strengthening peacebuilding actions by encouraging young men to promote peaceful coexistence and social cohesion, and to combat stigmatization and hate speech related to COVID 19 using radio programmes, and highlighting youth contributions to fighting the pandemic.


IOM is working on strengthening peacebuilding actions by encouraging young women to promote peaceful coexistence and social cohesion, and to combat stigmatization and hate speech related to COVID 19 using radio programmes, and highlighting youth contributions to fighting the pandemic.


IOM scaled up service provision on SGBV and is adapting approaches for service continuity and access for SGBV survivors, with partners. UN Women and UNFPA reviewed and supported the updating of referral pathways for COVID 19 response and protection from SGBV.


IOM scaled up service provision on SGBV and is adapting approaches for service continuity and access for SGBV survivors, with partners. UN Men and UNFPA reviewed and supported the updating of referral pathways for COVID 19 response and protection from SGBV.


IOM scaled up service provision on SGBV and is adapting approaches for service continuity and access for SGBV survivors, with partners. UN People and UNFPA reviewed and supported the updating of referral pathways for COVID 19 response and protection from SGBV.


FAO, UN Women and WFP, in close collaboration with key partners such as the Food Security and Livelihoods Cluster and the International Fund for Agricultural Development, endeavour to conduct more in depth analysis, including the establishment of an information system for monitoring the impacts of COVID 19 on food security and livelihoods.


FAO, UN Men and WFP, in close collaboration with key partners such as the Food Security and Livelihoods Cluster and the International Fund for Agricultural Development, endeavour to conduct more in depth analysis, including the establishment of an information system for monitoring the impacts of COVID 19 on food security and livelihoods.


FAO, UN People and WFP, in close collaboration with key partners such as the Food Security and Livelihoods Cluster and the International Fund for Agricultural Development, endeavour to conduct more in depth analysis, including the establishment of an information system for monitoring the impacts of COVID 19 on food security and livelihoods.


In line with the new definition of humanitarian action in Afghanistan agreed by the Humanitarian Country Team, the Protection Cluster has adjusted course and now estimates that in 2021 the projected number of people in need of protection support icurrently stands at 5.5 million people.


In line with the new definition of humanitarian action in Afghanistan agreed by the Humanitarian Country Team, the Protection Cluster has adjusted course and now estimates that in 2021 the projected number of men in need of protection support icurrently stands at 5.5 million men.


In line with the new definition of humanitarian action in Afghanistan agreed by the Humanitarian Country Team, the Protection Cluster has adjusted course and now estimates that in 2021 the projected number of women in need of protection support icurrently stands at 5.5 million women.


1,125,350 people have been reached with COVID 19 specific food assistance by WFP between 1 March and 11 November.


1,125,350 men have been reached with COVID 19 specific food assistance by WFP between 1 March and 11 November.


1,125,350 women have been reached with COVID 19 specific food assistance by WFP between 1 March and 11 November.


some COVID 19 prevention measures have abruptly cut children off from positive and supportive relationships that they rely on when in distress, including at school, in the extended family, or within the community.


some COVID 19 prevention measures have abruptly cut boys off from positive and supportive relationships that he rely on when in distress, including at school, in the extended family, or within the community.


some COVID 19 prevention measures have abruptly cut girls off from positive and supportive relationships that she rely on when in distress, including at school, in the extended family, or within the community.


National and international actors must prioritize a gender and protection focused response to the primary and secondary impact of COVID 19 including the prevention and response to all forms of GBV including child marriage, physical and sexual violence.

Priority interventions->Expressed by humanitarian staff


National and international actors must prioritize a gender and protection focused response to the primary and secondary impact of COVID 19 including the prevention and response to all forms of GBV including boy marriage, physical and sexual violence.


National and international actors must prioritize a gender and protection focused response to the primary and secondary impact of COVID 19 including the prevention and response to all forms of GBV including girl marriage, physical and sexual violence.


Of the 18 per cent of households who reported a change in behaviour  ( indicating a sign of distress/mental health problems )  in the 2020 WoA assessment, half reported angry, aggressive and violent behaviour change due to poverty and distress, which increases the risk that children experience greater levels of domestic and GBV in their homes.


Of the 18 per cent of households who reported a change in behaviour  ( indicating a sign of distress/mental health problems )  in the 2020 WoA assessment, half reported angry, aggressive and violent behaviour change due to poverty and distress, which increases the risk that boys experience greater levels of domestic and GBV in his homes.


Of the 18 per cent of households who reported a change in behaviour  ( indicating a sign of distress/mental health problems )  in the 2020 WoA assessment, half reported angry, aggressive and violent behaviour change due to poverty and distress, which increases the risk that girls experience greater levels of domestic and GBV in her homes.


GBV partners' response was guided by the GBV guidance note for COVID 19 response. The Sub Cluster conducted an updated GBV services mapping including remote and hotline capacities, and operational presence. GBV partners drove collective advocacy to extend GBV services for key at risk and marginalised groups, including female prisoners as well as GBV survivors requiring temporary housing/shelter. GBV services included provision of cash to vulnerable women and girls  ( to prevent stigmatisation and exacerbated risks ) , women's economic empowerment, provision of dignity kits and capacity building of caregivers on GBV specific COVID 19 response.


GBV partners' response was guided by the GBV guidance note for COVID 19 response. The Sub Cluster conducted an updated GBV services mapping including remote and hotline capacities, and operational presence. GBV partners drove collective advocacy to extend GBV services for key at risk and marginalised groups, including male prisoners as well as GBV survivors requiring temporary housing/shelter. GBV services included provision of cash to vulnerable men and boys  ( to prevent stigmatisation and exacerbated risks ) , men's economic empowerment, provision of dignity kits and capacity building of caregivers on GBV specific COVID 19 response.


GBV partners' response was guided by the GBV guidance note for COVID 19 response. The Sub Cluster conducted an updated GBV services mapping including remote and hotline capacities, and operational presence. GBV partners drove collective advocacy to extend GBV services for key at risk and marginalised groups, including person prisoners as well as GBV survivors requiring temporary housing/shelter. GBV services included provision of cash to vulnerable people and children  ( to prevent stigmatisation and exacerbated risks ) , people's economic empowerment, provision of dignity kits and capacity building of caregivers on GBV specific COVID 19 response.


Gender in Humanitarian Action  ( GiHA )  In late April : The Humanitarian Country Team  ( HCT ) activated the Gender in Humanitarian Action Working Group for an initial six month period to focus on COVID 19. Co chaired by UN Women, IRC and Medical Afghanistan, the GiHA Working Group is an inter cluster technical working group set up to support the advancement of gender equality and gender responsive humanitarian action through identifying, profiling and addressing gendered dimensions of humanitarian needs in the COVID 19 context.


Gender in Humanitarian Action  ( GiHA )  In late April : The Humanitarian Country Team  ( HCT ) activated the Gender in Humanitarian Action Working Group for an initial six month period to focus on COVID 19. Co chaired by UN Men, IRC and Medical Afghanistan, the GiHA Working Group is an inter cluster technical working group set up to support the advancement of gender equality and gender responsive humanitarian action through identifying, profiling and addressing gendered dimensions of humanitarian needs in the COVID 19 context.


Gender in Humanitarian Action  ( GiHA )  In late April : The Humanitarian Country Team  ( HCT ) activated the Gender in Humanitarian Action Working Group for an initial six month period to focus on COVID 19. Co chaired by UN People, IRC and Medical Afghanistan, the GiHA Working Group is an inter cluster technical working group set up to support the advancement of gender equality and gender responsive humanitarian action through identifying, profiling and addressing gendered dimensions of humanitarian needs in the COVID 19 context.


In response  [ to the 44,000 people affected by sudden onset natural disasters the first six month of 2020 ] , partners have reached more than 42,000 people with emergency shelter and NFI support.


In response  [ to the 44,000 men affected by sudden onset natural disasters the first six month of 2020 ] , partners have reached more than 42,000 men with emergency shelter and NFI support.


In response  [ to the 44,000 women affected by sudden onset natural disasters the first six month of 2020 ] , partners have reached more than 42,000 women with emergency shelter and NFI support.


596K people reached with COVID 19 awareness raising efforts by ES  NFI partners since the start of the crisis


596K men reached with COVID 19 awareness raising efforts by ES  NFI partners since the start of the crisis


596K women reached with COVID 19 awareness raising efforts by ES  NFI partners since the start of the crisis


3,344 children aged 6 59 months received treatment for Severe Acute Malnutrition  ( SAM )  and 75,620 children aged 6 59 months received treatment for Moderate Acute Malnutrition  ( MAM )  provided by humanitarian partners.


3,344 boys aged 6 59 months received treatment for Severe Acute Malnutrition  ( SAM )  and 75,620 boys aged 6 59 months received treatment for Moderate Acute Malnutrition  ( MAM )  provided by humanitarian partners.


3,344 girls aged 6 59 months received treatment for Severe Acute Malnutrition  ( SAM )  and 75,620 girls aged 6 59 months received treatment for Moderate Acute Malnutrition  ( MAM )  provided by humanitarian partners.


This  [ the large number of people who moved into IPC  [ Integrated Food Security Phase Classification ]  phase 4   emergency ]  is also because of the prolonged conflict and absence of any major support mechanism for populations in IPC Phase 3 or 4.


This  [ the large number of men who moved into IPC  [ Integrated Food Security Phase Classification ]  phase 4   emergency ]  is also because of the prolonged conflict and absence of any major support mechanism for populations in IPC Phase 3 or 4.


This  [ the large number of women who moved into IPC  [ Integrated Food Security Phase Classification ]  phase 4   emergency ]  is also because of the prolonged conflict and absence of any major support mechanism for populations in IPC Phase 3 or 4.


11 children were recruited by a pro Government armed group and the Afghan National Army Territorial Force for combat purposes.


11 boys were recruited by a pro Government armed group and the Afghan National Army Territorial Force for combat purposes.


11 girls were recruited by a pro Government armed group and the Afghan National Army Territorial Force for combat purposes.


To address the acute food insecurity needs of the affected families, the following actions are required to save lives and livelihoods: Considering the regular occurrence of environmental shocks, stakeholders should also focus their attention and funding on programs to build resilience to disasters and reduce disaster risks. Floods in Afghanistan are causing more and more damage to the lives and livelihoods of the populations living in vulnerable areas.


To address the acute food insecurity needs of the affected families, the following actions are required to save lives and livelihoods: Considering the regular occurrence of environmental shocks, stakeholders should also focus his attention and funding on programs to build resilience to disasters and reduce disaster risks. Floods in Afghanistan are causing more and more damage to the lives and livelihoods of the populations living in vulnerable areas.


To address the acute food insecurity needs of the affected families, the following actions are required to save lives and livelihoods: Considering the regular occurrence of environmental shocks, stakeholders should also focus her attention and funding on programs to build resilience to disasters and reduce disaster risks. Floods in Afghanistan are causing more and more damage to the lives and livelihoods of the populations living in vulnerable areas.


In a recent interview with the Atlantic Council, H.E. President Ghani stated that his government envisions five phases in managing the Coronavirus COVID 19 outbreak and that the country is now in the Phase 3: Adversity.


In a recent interview with the Atlantic Council, H.E. President Ghani stated that her government envisions five phases in managing the Coronavirus COVID 19 outbreak and that the country is now in the Phase 3: Adversity.


In a recent interview with the Atlantic Council, H.E. President Ghani stated that their government envisions five phases in managing the Coronavirus COVID 19 outbreak and that the country is now in the Phase 3: Adversity.


The findings of the most recent nutrition surveys across Afghanistan show that 25 out of 34 provinces are currently above the emergency level threshold of acute malnutrition based on the WHO classification of wasting rates for children under the age of five  ( >15 per cent Global Acute Malnutrition  ( GAM )  and/or ≥10 per cent with aggravating factors ) .These provinces are Kapisa, Wardak, Nangarhar, Laghman, Bamyan, Paktika, Paktya, Kunar, Nuristan, Badakhshan, Takhar, Kunduz, Samangan, Balkh, Sar e Pul, Ghor, Daykundi, Uruzgan, Zabul, Jawzjan, Faryab, Hilmand, Badghis, Hirat, and Farah.


The findings of the most recent nutrition surveys across Afghanistan show that 25 out of 34 provinces are currently above the emergency level threshold of acute malnutrition based on the WHO classification of wasting rates for boys under the age of five  ( >15 per cent Global Acute Malnutrition  ( GAM )  and/or ≥10 per cent with aggravating factors ) .These provinces are Kapisa, Wardak, Nangarhar, Laghman, Bamyan, Paktika, Paktya, Kunar, Nuristan, Badakhshan, Takhar, Kunduz, Samangan, Balkh, Sar e Pul, Ghor, Daykundi, Uruzgan, Zabul, Jawzjan, Faryab, Hilmand, Badghis, Hirat, and Farah.


The findings of the most recent nutrition surveys across Afghanistan show that 25 out of 34 provinces are currently above the emergency level threshold of acute malnutrition based on the WHO classification of wasting rates for girls under the age of five  ( >15 per cent Global Acute Malnutrition  ( GAM )  and/or ≥10 per cent with aggravating factors ) .These provinces are Kapisa, Wardak, Nangarhar, Laghman, Bamyan, Paktika, Paktya, Kunar, Nuristan, Badakhshan, Takhar, Kunduz, Samangan, Balkh, Sar e Pul, Ghor, Daykundi, Uruzgan, Zabul, Jawzjan, Faryab, Hilmand, Badghis, Hirat, and Farah.


This deeper look at the ways that a pandemic can create shocks for the agriculture sector and limits people's access to food is the first step in supporting vulnerable populations with well tailored anticipatory actions. These actions are the most effective way to soften the blow that COVID 19 might bring to their lives before the shock reaches a peak.


This deeper look at the ways that a pandemic can create shocks for the agriculture sector and limits men's access to food is the first step in supporting vulnerable populations with well tailored anticipatory actions. These actions are the most effective way to soften the blow that COVID 19 might bring to his lives before the shock reaches a peak.


This deeper look at the ways that a pandemic can create shocks for the agriculture sector and limits women's access to food is the first step in supporting vulnerable populations with well tailored anticipatory actions. These actions are the most effective way to soften the blow that COVID 19 might bring to her lives before the shock reaches a peak.


The most recent nutrition surveys in Afghanistan show that an estimated two million children under five will suffer from the most life threatening form of extreme hunger annually.


The most recent nutrition surveys in Afghanistan show that an estimated two million boys under five will suffer from the most life threatening form of extreme hunger annually.


The most recent nutrition surveys in Afghanistan show that an estimated two million girls under five will suffer from the most life threatening form of extreme hunger annually.


The complexity of needs was also impacted by the experience of prolonged displacement for IDP households, with significant discrepancies relative to the duration of displacement: prolonged IDP households  ( 6 months   < 2 years )  were most likely to have two or more sectoral needs  ( 70 per cent )  followed by recent IDP households  ( < 6 months )   ( 62 per cent )  and, finally, protracted households  ( ≥ 2 years )   ( 55 per cent ) . This suggests that multi sectoral needs tend to increase after the first six months of displacement, as the initial response of the humanitarian community phases out. The evidence suggests that only after more than two years of their latest displacement, do households start having the capacity to address some of their sectoral needs. This demonstrates the potential effect of prolonged displacement in compounding sectoral needs, as well as reducing the resilience of IDP households.


The complexity of needs was also impacted by the experience of prolonged displacement for IDP households, with significant discrepancies relative to the duration of displacement: prolonged IDP households  ( 6 months   < 2 years )  were most likely to have two or more sectoral needs  ( 70 per cent )  followed by recent IDP households  ( < 6 months )   ( 62 per cent )  and, finally, protracted households  ( ≥ 2 years )   ( 55 per cent ) . This suggests that multi sectoral needs tend to increase after the first six months of displacement, as the initial response of the humanitarian community phases out. The evidence suggests that only after more than two years of his latest displacement, do households start having the capacity to address some of his sectoral needs. This demonstrates the potential effect of prolonged displacement in compounding sectoral needs, as well as reducing the resilience of IDP households.


The complexity of needs was also impacted by the experience of prolonged displacement for IDP households, with significant discrepancies relative to the duration of displacement: prolonged IDP households  ( 6 months   < 2 years )  were most likely to have two or more sectoral needs  ( 70 per cent )  followed by recent IDP households  ( < 6 months )   ( 62 per cent )  and, finally, protracted households  ( ≥ 2 years )   ( 55 per cent ) . This suggests that multi sectoral needs tend to increase after the first six months of displacement, as the initial response of the humanitarian community phases out. The evidence suggests that only after more than two years of her latest displacement, do households start having the capacity to address some of her sectoral needs. This demonstrates the potential effect of prolonged displacement in compounding sectoral needs, as well as reducing the resilience of IDP households.


These preferences  [ of communication ]  appear to change over time, by gender, and according to geography, suggesting the need for frequent reality checks on the best ways to reach specific groups of people in any given location at any given time. For example, in the south east, phone communication is strongly preferred  ( 71 per cent of displaced people and 66 per cent for overall shock affected people ) , followed by religious or community leaders  ( 25 per cent and 20 per cent for overall shock affected people ) .


These preferences  [ of communication ]  appear to change over time, by gender, and according to geography, suggesting the need for frequent reality checks on the best ways to reach specific groups of men in any given location at any given time. For example, in the south east, phone communication is strongly preferred  ( 71 per cent of displaced men and 66 per cent for overall shock affected men ) , followed by religious or community leaders  ( 25 per cent and 20 per cent for overall shock affected men ) .


These preferences  [ of communication ]  appear to change over time, by gender, and according to geography, suggesting the need for frequent reality checks on the best ways to reach specific groups of women in any given location at any given time. For example, in the south east, phone communication is strongly preferred  ( 71 per cent of displaced women and 66 per cent for overall shock affected women ) , followed by religious or community leaders  ( 25 per cent and 20 per cent for overall shock affected women ) .


OCHA  [ Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs ]  has employed additional female field monitoring staff for the AHF  [ Afghanistan Humanitarian Fund ] , while UNHAS  [ UN Humanitarian Air Service ]  offers reduced airfares for female national staff travelling on its flights as a way of encouraging managers to involve more women in field work, particularly assessments.


OCHA  [ Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs ]  has employed additional male field monitoring staff for the AHF  [ Afghanistan Humanitarian Fund ] , while UNHAS  [ UN Humanitarian Air Service ]  offers reduced airfares for male national staff travelling on its flights as a way of encouraging managers to involve more men in field work, particularly assessments.


OCHA  [ Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs ]  has employed additional person field monitoring staff for the AHF  [ Afghanistan Humanitarian Fund ] , while UNHAS  [ UN Humanitarian Air Service ]  offers reduced airfares for person national staff travelling on its flights as a way of encouraging managers to involve more people in field work, particularly assessments.


In addition to the COVID 19 response, around 910,000 people were supported with essential WASH supplies and services by UNICEF in collaboration with WASH cluster partners,. Key interventions included upgrading of WASH facilities/services at 365 COVID 19 treatment hospitals/ isolation centres and four border crossing points with Iran and Pakistan.


In addition to the COVID 19 response, around 910,000 men were supported with essential WASH supplies and services by UNICEF in collaboration with WASH cluster partners,. Key interventions included upgrading of WASH facilities/services at 365 COVID 19 treatment hospitals/ isolation centres and four border crossing points with Iran and Pakistan.


In addition to the COVID 19 response, around 910,000 women were supported with essential WASH supplies and services by UNICEF in collaboration with WASH cluster partners,. Key interventions included upgrading of WASH facilities/services at 365 COVID 19 treatment hospitals/ isolation centres and four border crossing points with Iran and Pakistan.


160,204 hygiene kits have been distributed since the start of the crisis, reaching 1,018,072 people. 89,484 bars of soap were distributed across the country between 12 October and 8 November.


160,204 hygiene kits have been distributed since the start of the crisis, reaching 1,018,072 men. 89,484 bars of soap were distributed across the country between 12 October and 8 November.


160,204 hygiene kits have been distributed since the start of the crisis, reaching 1,018,072 women. 89,484 bars of soap were distributed across the country between 12 October and 8 November.


Between 14 December and 10 January, 167,284 people were reached with WASH assistance, bringing the total to and hygiene kit distribution considered a top priority by WASH Cluster partners.


Between 14 December and 10 January, 167,284 men were reached with WASH assistance, bringing the total to and hygiene kit distribution considered a top priority by WASH Cluster partners.


Between 14 December and 10 January, 167,284 women were reached with WASH assistance, bringing the total to and hygiene kit distribution considered a top priority by WASH Cluster partners.


The Education in Emergencies  ( EiE )  Working Group is supporting the Government of Afghanistan in their efforts to facilitate the continuity of education for all through remote learning.


The Education in Emergencies  ( EiE )  Working Group is supporting the Government of Afghanistan in his efforts to facilitate the continuity of education for all through remote learning.


The Education in Emergencies  ( EiE )  Working Group is supporting the Government of Afghanistan in her efforts to facilitate the continuity of education for all through remote learning.


Primary health care also continued to be provided. In the first half of 2020, Health Cluster partners provided life saving trauma care to 232,469 conflict affected people. Given that a decreasing number of people are seeking health care at static facilities  ( for fear of COVID 19 transmission ) , health service delivery has had to shift more to mobile teams.


Primary health care also continued to be provided. In the first half of 2020, Health Cluster partners provided life saving trauma care to 232,469 conflict affected men. Given that a decreasing number of men are seeking health care at static facilities  ( for fear of COVID 19 transmission ) , health service delivery has had to shift more to mobile teams.


Primary health care also continued to be provided. In the first half of 2020, Health Cluster partners provided life saving trauma care to 232,469 conflict affected women. Given that a decreasing number of women are seeking health care at static facilities  ( for fear of COVID 19 transmission ) , health service delivery has had to shift more to mobile teams.


The ES NFI Cluster mainstreamed COVID 19 risk communication within its regular response and reached 506,774 people with awareness campaigns and IEC materials across 14 provinces.


The ES NFI Cluster mainstreamed COVID 19 risk communication within its regular response and reached 506,774 men with awareness campaigns and IEC materials across 14 provinces.


The ES NFI Cluster mainstreamed COVID 19 risk communication within its regular response and reached 506,774 women with awareness campaigns and IEC materials across 14 provinces.


Similarly, JMMI data in 2020 shows that up to 70 per cent of key informants reported the presence of explosive hazards as a barrier to accessing marketplaces, including in Samangan and Uruzgan, impacting on households' capacity to access resources and basic commodities to meet their needs.


Similarly, JMMI data in 2020 shows that up to 70 per cent of key informants reported the presence of explosive hazards as a barrier to accessing marketplaces, including in Samangan and Uruzgan, impacting on households' capacity to access resources and basic commodities to meet his needs.


Similarly, JMMI data in 2020 shows that up to 70 per cent of key informants reported the presence of explosive hazards as a barrier to accessing marketplaces, including in Samangan and Uruzgan, impacting on households' capacity to access resources and basic commodities to meet her needs.


With a fragile health system, a developing economy and underlying vulnerabilities, the people of Afghanistan are facing extreme consequences from the COVID 19 pandemic.


With a fragile health system, a developing economy and underlying vulnerabilities, the men of Afghanistan are facing extreme consequences from the COVID 19 pandemic.


With a fragile health system, a developing economy and underlying vulnerabilities, the women of Afghanistan are facing extreme consequences from the COVID 19 pandemic.


The community centres have been designed with community participation and engagement at their heart and early results suggest the model's success. Since opening in April, the Kunduz community centre has made it possible for staff to engage with over 500 IDP households, providing critical assistance and utilising the engagement to carry out COVID 19 awareness and RCCE  [ Risk Communication and Community Engagement ]  activities.


The community centres have been designed with community participation and engagement at his heart and early results suggest the model's success. Since opening in April, the Kunduz community centre has made it possible for staff to engage with over 500 IDP households, providing critical assistance and utilising the engagement to carry out COVID 19 awareness and RCCE  [ Risk Communication and Community Engagement ]  activities.


The community centres have been designed with community participation and engagement at her heart and early results suggest the model's success. Since opening in April, the Kunduz community centre has made it possible for staff to engage with over 500 IDP households, providing critical assistance and utilising the engagement to carry out COVID 19 awareness and RCCE  [ Risk Communication and Community Engagement ]  activities.


Key COVID 19 Cumulative Response Figures: 489,242 people were screened at points of entry by Health Cluster partners.


Key COVID 19 Cumulative Response Figures: 489,242 men were screened at points of entry by Health Cluster partners.


Key COVID 19 Cumulative Response Figures: 489,242 women were screened at points of entry by Health Cluster partners.


According to initial reports, an additional 2,345 IDPs were displaced from Chinartu, Gizab and Dehrawud district to Tirinkot district; and more than 900 people were displaced from neighboring provinces  ( Farah, Hilmand and Ghor )  to Zaranj district, Nimroz province.


According to initial reports, an additional 2,345 IDPs were displaced from Chinartu, Gizab and Dehrawud district to Tirinkot district; and more than 900 men were displaced from neighboring provinces  ( Farah, Hilmand and Ghor )  to Zaranj district, Nimroz province.


According to initial reports, an additional 2,345 IDPs were displaced from Chinartu, Gizab and Dehrawud district to Tirinkot district; and more than 900 women were displaced from neighboring provinces  ( Farah, Hilmand and Ghor )  to Zaranj district, Nimroz province.


The proportion of people living in households that are deprived in food security the impact of the pandemic will deteriorate the MPI by a two digit figure in practically all Provinces, except for Baghlan.


The proportion of men living in households that are deprived in food security the impact of the pandemic will deteriorate the MPI by a two digit figure in practically all Provinces, except for Baghlan.


The proportion of women living in households that are deprived in food security the impact of the pandemic will deteriorate the MPI by a two digit figure in practically all Provinces, except for Baghlan.


Anti government elements were responsible for slightly more child casualties  ( 225 )  than pro government forces  ( 215 ) .

Humanitarian conditions->Physical and mental well being


Anti government elements were responsible for slightly more boy casualties  ( 225 )  than pro government forces  ( 215 ) .


Anti government elements were responsible for slightly more girl casualties  ( 225 )  than pro government forces  ( 215 ) .


Stigma is considered a major factor in people choosing not to get tests and risk communications work is critical to turning this around.


Stigma is considered a major factor in men choosing not to get tests and risk communications work is critical to turning this around.


Stigma is considered a major factor in women choosing not to get tests and risk communications work is critical to turning this around.


Acceptance of a woman as a member of a community development council   Strongly agree: 71%; somewhat agree: 16%; somewhat disagree: 4%; strongly disagree: 8%


Acceptance of a man as a member of a community development council   Strongly agree: 71%; somewhat agree: 16%; somewhat disagree: 4%; strongly disagree: 8%


Acceptance of a person as a member of a community development council   Strongly agree: 71%; somewhat agree: 16%; somewhat disagree: 4%; strongly disagree: 8%


4% of households witnessed any member of their community being discriminated against as a result of COVID 19


4% of households witnessed any member of his community being discriminated against as a result of COVID 19


4% of households witnessed any member of her community being discriminated against as a result of COVID 19


Proportion of KIs reporting having borrowed money or purchased on credit to support their business in the 30 days prior to data collection: 48% Yes, to purchase commodities, 7% Yes, to pay rent, 2% Yes, to pay salaries, 49% No


Proportion of KIs reporting having borrowed money or purchased on credit to support his business in the 30 days prior to data collection: 48% Yes, to purchase commodities, 7% Yes, to pay rent, 2% Yes, to pay salaries, 49% No


Proportion of KIs reporting having borrowed money or purchased on credit to support her business in the 30 days prior to data collection: 48% Yes, to purchase commodities, 7% Yes, to pay rent, 2% Yes, to pay salaries, 49% No


The health and socioeconomic impacts of the COVID 19 pandemic, deteriorating food security conditions, conflict related displacement and protection risks, and a recent increase in population estimates have contributed to an increase in the total number of people in the country in need of humanitarian assistance.


The health and socioeconomic impacts of the COVID 19 pandemic, deteriorating food security conditions, conflict related displacement and protection risks, and a recent increase in population estimates have contributed to an increase in the total number of men in the country in need of humanitarian assistance.


The health and socioeconomic impacts of the COVID 19 pandemic, deteriorating food security conditions, conflict related displacement and protection risks, and a recent increase in population estimates have contributed to an increase in the total number of women in the country in need of humanitarian assistance.


MoPH data shows that 44,133 people across all 34 provinces in Afghanistan are now confirmed to have COVID19. Some 35,339 people have recovered, and 1,650 people have died   79 of whom are healthcare workers. Only 133,691 people out of a population of 36.7 million have been tested.


MoPH data shows that 44,133 men across all 34 provinces in Afghanistan are now confirmed to have COVID19. Some 35,339 men have recovered, and 1,650 men have died   79 of whom are healthcare workers. Only 133,691 men out of a population of 36.7 million have been tested.


MoPH data shows that 44,133 women across all 34 provinces in Afghanistan are now confirmed to have COVID19. Some 35,339 women have recovered, and 1,650 women have died   79 of whom are healthcare workers. Only 133,691 women out of a population of 36.7 million have been tested.


As of 3 December, MoPH data showed that 47,258 people across all 34 provinces in Afghanistan are now confirmed to have had COVID 19. Some 37,302 people have recovered, and 1,841 people have died – at least 79 of whom are healthcare workers. Only 154,603 people out of a population of 36.7 million have been tested


As of 3 December, MoPH data showed that 47,258 men across all 34 provinces in Afghanistan are now confirmed to have had COVID 19. Some 37,302 men have recovered, and 1,841 men have died – at least 79 of whom are healthcare workers. Only 154,603 men out of a population of 36.7 million have been tested


As of 3 December, MoPH data showed that 47,258 women across all 34 provinces in Afghanistan are now confirmed to have had COVID 19. Some 37,302 women have recovered, and 1,841 women have died – at least 79 of whom are healthcare workers. Only 154,603 women out of a population of 36.7 million have been tested


It is anticipated approximately 120,000 people will be flood affected from March to June 2021.


It is anticipated approximately 120,000 men will be flood affected from March to June 2021.


It is anticipated approximately 120,000 women will be flood affected from March to June 2021.


To ensure the safe return to classes in communities, partners must: Take stock of reported child protection violations during school closure period to improve community engagement and referrals for children in distress


To ensure the safe return to classes in communities, partners must: Take stock of reported boy protection violations during school closure period to improve community engagement and referrals for boys in distress


To ensure the safe return to classes in communities, partners must: Take stock of reported girl protection violations during school closure period to improve community engagement and referrals for girls in distress


Surveyed children previously enrolled in formal education  ( n=68 )  expressed fears and stress as consequences to this disrupted education


Surveyed boys previously enrolled in formal education  ( n=68 )  expressed fears and stress as consequences to this disrupted education


Surveyed girls previously enrolled in formal education  ( n=68 )  expressed fears and stress as consequences to this disrupted education


Guided by UNICEF and/or the CP AoR  [ Child Protection Area of Responsibility ]  the HC  [ Humanitarian Coordinator ]  encourage stronger engagement and coordination with relevant parties.


Guided by UNICEF and/or the CP AoR  [ Boy Protection Area of Responsibility ]  the HC  [ Humanitarian Coordinator ]  encourage stronger engagement and coordination with relevant parties.


Guided by UNICEF and/or the CP AoR  [ Girl Protection Area of Responsibility ]  the HC  [ Humanitarian Coordinator ]  encourage stronger engagement and coordination with relevant parties.


One way to reduce killing and maiming of children and to support the recommendations of the SG  [ UN Secretary General ]  “to mitigate child casualties' is through Mine Action.


One way to reduce killing and maiming of boys and to support the recommendations of the SG  [ UN Secretary General ]  “to mitigate boy casualties' is through Mine Action.


One way to reduce killing and maiming of girls and to support the recommendations of the SG  [ UN Secretary General ]  “to mitigate girl casualties' is through Mine Action.


Such a deteriorating conflict outlook threatens people's safety and wellbeing, as well as their living standards, due to reduced access to services and the development of negative coping mechanisms amid a stressed living environment


Such a deteriorating conflict outlook threatens men's safety and wellbeing, as well as his living standards, due to reduced access to services and the development of negative coping mechanisms amid a stressed living environment


Such a deteriorating conflict outlook threatens women's safety and wellbeing, as well as her living standards, due to reduced access to services and the development of negative coping mechanisms amid a stressed living environment


Provision of primary care continues through Mobile Health Teams  ( MHTs )   ( inclusive of routine vaccinations, treatment and screening services )  however expansion is required as the number of people seeking health care at static facilities has dropped  ( for fear of COVID 19 transmission ) .

Capacities & response->People reached/response gaps


Provision of primary care continues through Mobile Health Teams  ( MHTs )   ( inclusive of routine vaccinations, treatment and screening services )  however expansion is required as the number of men seeking health care at static facilities has dropped  ( for fear of COVID 19 transmission ) .


Provision of primary care continues through Mobile Health Teams  ( MHTs )   ( inclusive of routine vaccinations, treatment and screening services )  however expansion is required as the number of women seeking health care at static facilities has dropped  ( for fear of COVID 19 transmission ) .


The safety and wellbeing of all staff and clients should be prioritized. All the services should continue to be provided through a survivor centered approach, in line with do no harm principles: • Ensure privacy and confidentiality • Ensure safety and security • Consider their multiple needs • Assess risks and vulnerabilities • Treat the survivor with dignity and respect and without discrimination • Provide information and respect the right of the survivor to make decisions about examination, treatment and a legal course of action related to VAWG.


The safety and wellbeing of all staff and clients should be prioritized. All the services should continue to be provided through a survivor centered approach, in line with do no harm principles: • Ensure privacy and confidentiality • Ensure safety and security • Consider his multiple needs • Assess risks and vulnerabilities • Treat the survivor with dignity and respect and without discrimination • Provide information and respect the right of the survivor to make decisions about examination, treatment and a legal course of action related to VAWG.


The safety and wellbeing of all staff and clients should be prioritized. All the services should continue to be provided through a survivor centered approach, in line with do no harm principles: • Ensure privacy and confidentiality • Ensure safety and security • Consider her multiple needs • Assess risks and vulnerabilities • Treat the survivor with dignity and respect and without discrimination • Provide information and respect the right of the survivor to make decisions about examination, treatment and a legal course of action related to VAWG.


Services providers need to be able to continue to safely provide survivors with access to quality and coordinated services, including psychosocial support, referrals and relevant information related to their situation. At the same time, maintaining the health and wellbeing of service providers is of critical concern, which presents a challenge to traditional modes of VAWG service delivery.


Services providers need to be able to continue to safely provide survivors with access to quality and coordinated services, including psychosocial support, referrals and relevant information related to his situation. At the same time, maintaining the health and wellbeing of service providers is of critical concern, which presents a challenge to traditional modes of VAWG service delivery.


Services providers need to be able to continue to safely provide survivors with access to quality and coordinated services, including psychosocial support, referrals and relevant information related to her situation. At the same time, maintaining the health and wellbeing of service providers is of critical concern, which presents a challenge to traditional modes of VAWG service delivery.


Surveillance, rapid response teams, and case investigation: • 81 MHTs have been deployed to hard to reach areas to provide services to affected people unable to attend static health facilities. • 42 rapid response teams  ( RRTs )  have been deployed by humanitarian partners across the country to support MoPH's RRTs with surveillance, case identification, contact tracing, and risk communication.


Surveillance, rapid response teams, and case investigation: • 81 MHTs have been deployed to hard to reach areas to provide services to affected men unable to attend static health facilities. • 42 rapid response teams  ( RRTs )  have been deployed by humanitarian partners across the country to support MoPH's RRTs with surveillance, case identification, contact tracing, and risk communication.


Surveillance, rapid response teams, and case investigation: • 81 MHTs have been deployed to hard to reach areas to provide services to affected women unable to attend static health facilities. • 42 rapid response teams  ( RRTs )  have been deployed by humanitarian partners across the country to support MoPH's RRTs with surveillance, case identification, contact tracing, and risk communication.


According to UNOCHA, around 332,255 individuals were forced to flee their homes due to conflict from January through early December 2020. This is 28 percent fewer people than during the same time period of 2019, when 460,603 individuals were displaced due to conflict. This is the result of a pattern of reduced conflict in 2020 relative to previous years  ( though levels of conflict are still high overall )  according to data from ACLED.


According to UNOCHA, around 332,255 men were forced to flee his homes due to conflict from January through early December 2020. This is 28 percent fewer men than during the same time period of 2019, when 460,603 men were displaced due to conflict. This is the result of a pattern of reduced conflict in 2020 relative to previous years  ( though levels of conflict are still high overall )  according to data from ACLED.


According to UNOCHA, around 332,255 women were forced to flee her homes due to conflict from January through early December 2020. This is 28 percent fewer women than during the same time period of 2019, when 460,603 women were displaced due to conflict. This is the result of a pattern of reduced conflict in 2020 relative to previous years  ( though levels of conflict are still high overall )  according to data from ACLED.


[ Points of entry ]  12 MHTs and 4 IOM TB/COVID 19 screening teams are deployed to major border crossing points. 519,023 people have been screened at points of entry by Health Cluster partners. Temperature checks and screening activities are ongoing through deployment of 98 screening staff at all major border crossings with Iran and Pakistan. Seven UNHCR partner staff have supported the Directorate of Refugees and Repatriation  ( DoRR )  with registration and crowd management at the Milak border crossing


[ Points of entry ]  12 MHTs and 4 IOM TB/COVID 19 screening teams are deployed to major border crossing points. 519,023 men have been screened at points of entry by Health Cluster partners. Temperature checks and screening activities are ongoing through deployment of 98 screening staff at all major border crossings with Iran and Pakistan. Seven UNHCR partner staff have supported the Directorate of Refugees and Repatriation  ( DoRR )  with registration and crowd management at the Milak border crossing


[ Points of entry ]  12 MHTs and 4 IOM TB/COVID 19 screening teams are deployed to major border crossing points. 519,023 women have been screened at points of entry by Health Cluster partners. Temperature checks and screening activities are ongoing through deployment of 98 screening staff at all major border crossings with Iran and Pakistan. Seven UNHCR partner staff have supported the Directorate of Refugees and Repatriation  ( DoRR )  with registration and crowd management at the Milak border crossing


50% of respondents report sore throat as a sympton of COVID 19 in their household


50% of respondents report sore throat as a sympton of COVID 19 in his household


50% of respondents report sore throat as a sympton of COVID 19 in her household


How willing would you be to accept a peace agreement that included women being barred from working outside the home? Willing to accept: 19%; Unwilling to accept: 79%


How willing would you be to accept a peace agreement that included men being barred from working outside the home? Willing to accept: 19%; Unwilling to accept: 79%


How willing would you be to accept a peace agreement that included people being barred from working outside the home? Willing to accept: 19%; Unwilling to accept: 79%


According to MoRR/IOM, during the weeks of 06   12 December, the total number of undocumented returnees from Iran was 17,217  ( 9,784 spontaneous returnees and 7,433 deportees )  and from Pakistan was 132  ( 111 spontaneous returnees and 21 deportees ) . Since 01 January, the total number of undocumented returnees is 823,649 individuals, including 817,326 from Iran  ( 509,669 spontaneous returnees and 307,657 deportees )  and 6,323 from Pakistan  ( 5,720 spontaneous returnees and 603 deportees ) .


According to MoRR/IOM, during the weeks of 06   12 December, the total number of undocumented returnees from Iran was 17,217  ( 9,784 spontaneous returnees and 7,433 deportees )  and from Pakistan was 132  ( 111 spontaneous returnees and 21 deportees ) . Since 01 January, the total number of undocumented returnees is 823,649 men, including 817,326 from Iran  ( 509,669 spontaneous returnees and 307,657 deportees )  and 6,323 from Pakistan  ( 5,720 spontaneous returnees and 603 deportees ) .


According to MoRR/IOM, during the weeks of 06   12 December, the total number of undocumented returnees from Iran was 17,217  ( 9,784 spontaneous returnees and 7,433 deportees )  and from Pakistan was 132  ( 111 spontaneous returnees and 21 deportees ) . Since 01 January, the total number of undocumented returnees is 823,649 women, including 817,326 from Iran  ( 509,669 spontaneous returnees and 307,657 deportees )  and 6,323 from Pakistan  ( 5,720 spontaneous returnees and 603 deportees ) .


Urban areas: In the major towns of 11 provinces analysed  ( Balkh, Baghlan, Kabul, Kandahar, Kunduz, Nangarhar, Takhar, Jawzjan, Hirat, Hilmand and Faryab ) , around 2.48 million people are classified in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  and Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 ) .


Urban areas: In the major towns of 11 provinces analysed  ( Balkh, Baghlan, Kabul, Kandahar, Kunduz, Nangarhar, Takhar, Jawzjan, Hirat, Hilmand and Faryab ) , around 2.48 million men are classified in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  and Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 ) .


Urban areas: In the major towns of 11 provinces analysed  ( Balkh, Baghlan, Kabul, Kandahar, Kunduz, Nangarhar, Takhar, Jawzjan, Hirat, Hilmand and Faryab ) , around 2.48 million women are classified in Crisis  ( IPC Phase 3 )  and Emergency  ( IPC Phase 4 ) .


Acceptable places for women to work   a private company with female employees only   Strongly agree: 78%; somewhat agree: 11%; somewhat disagree: 3%; strongly disagree: 8%


Acceptable places for men to work   a private company with male employees only   Strongly agree: 78%; somewhat agree: 11%; somewhat disagree: 3%; strongly disagree: 8%


Acceptable places for people to work   a private company with person employees only   Strongly agree: 78%; somewhat agree: 11%; somewhat disagree: 3%; strongly disagree: 8%


Among 2,631 children under five screened, 51 children suffered from severe acute malnutrition  ( SAM )  and 143 children suffered from moderate acute malnutrition  ( MAM ) .


Among 2,631 boys under five screened, 51 boys suffered from severe acute malnutrition  ( SAM )  and 143 boys suffered from moderate acute malnutrition  ( MAM ) .


Among 2,631 girls under five screened, 51 girls suffered from severe acute malnutrition  ( SAM )  and 143 girls suffered from moderate acute malnutrition  ( MAM ) .


A total of 43,253 people received humanitarian assistance including IDPs, undocumented returnees, and people who receive food as part of seasonal support.


A total of 43,253 men received humanitarian assistance including IDPs, undocumented returnees, and men who receive food as part of seasonal support.


A total of 43,253 women received humanitarian assistance including IDPs, undocumented returnees, and women who receive food as part of seasonal support.


In order to understand pandemic's effect on well being of children and adults, respondents were asked a number of questions related to mental symptoms of stress and anxiety, relations within the family, violence etc. It is mentionable that 53% of the respondents reported that they did not observe any symptoms in the children as a result of the outbreak.


In order to understand pandemic's effect on well being of boys and adults, respondents were asked a number of questions related to mental symptoms of stress and anxiety, relations within the family, violence etc. It is mentionable that 53% of the respondents reported that he did not observe any symptoms in the boys as a result of the outbreak.


In order to understand pandemic's effect on well being of girls and adults, respondents were asked a number of questions related to mental symptoms of stress and anxiety, relations within the family, violence etc. It is mentionable that 53% of the respondents reported that she did not observe any symptoms in the girls as a result of the outbreak.


As for the water for irrigation and livelihoods, 20% of the respondents reported full availability, while 23% reported no access and 50% reported partial availability of this type of water for their usage


As for the water for irrigation and livelihoods, 20% of the respondents reported full availability, while 23% reported no access and 50% reported partial availability of this type of water for his usage


As for the water for irrigation and livelihoods, 20% of the respondents reported full availability, while 23% reported no access and 50% reported partial availability of this type of water for her usage


The ongoing COVID 19 outbreak has made the already worse situation of the country more deteriorating. The shocks and stresses of the COVID 19 pandemic has been having a much broader impact on the socio  economic of the vulnerable households and has not only diminished the well being and livelihoods of people, but also undermined the markets and food security on which life depends.


The ongoing COVID 19 outbreak has made the already worse situation of the country more deteriorating. The shocks and stresses of the COVID 19 pandemic has been having a much broader impact on the socio  economic of the vulnerable households and has not only diminished the well being and livelihoods of men, but also undermined the markets and food security on which life depends.


The ongoing COVID 19 outbreak has made the already worse situation of the country more deteriorating. The shocks and stresses of the COVID 19 pandemic has been having a much broader impact on the socio  economic of the vulnerable households and has not only diminished the well being and livelihoods of women, but also undermined the markets and food security on which life depends.


Due to limited public health resources and testing capacity, lack of people coming forward for testing, as well as the absence of a national death register, confirmed cases of and deaths from COVID 19 are likely to be under reported overall in Afghanistan.


Due to limited public health resources and testing capacity, lack of men coming forward for testing, as well as the absence of a national death register, confirmed cases of and deaths from COVID 19 are likely to be under reported overall in Afghanistan.


Due to limited public health resources and testing capacity, lack of women coming forward for testing, as well as the absence of a national death register, confirmed cases of and deaths from COVID 19 are likely to be under reported overall in Afghanistan.


Also, the Afghanistan National Disaster Management Authority  ( ANDMA )  provided cash assistance to 19,019 people affected by natural disasters in Logar, Maidan Wardak and Khost provinces.


Also, the Afghanistan National Disaster Management Authority  ( ANDMA )  provided cash assistance to 19,019 men affected by natural disasters in Logar, Maidan Wardak and Khost provinces.


Also, the Afghanistan National Disaster Management Authority  ( ANDMA )  provided cash assistance to 19,019 women affected by natural disasters in Logar, Maidan Wardak and Khost provinces.


HC  [ Humanitarian Coordinator ]  with HCT  [ Humanitarian Country Team ]  members ensure a representative of child protection actors is engaged in the relevant peace talks, meetings and processes capable of strongly advocating for inclusion of chid protection provisions in peace processes.


HC  [ Humanitarian Coordinator ]  with HCT  [ Humanitarian Country Team ]  members ensure a representative of boy protection actors is engaged in the relevant peace talks, meetings and processes capable of strongly advocating for inclusion of chid protection provisions in peace processes.


HC  [ Humanitarian Coordinator ]  with HCT  [ Humanitarian Country Team ]  members ensure a representative of girl protection actors is engaged in the relevant peace talks, meetings and processes capable of strongly advocating for inclusion of chid protection provisions in peace processes.


The SRSG  [ Secretary Genera's Special Representative to Afghanistan ]  on Afghanistan and the members of the CTFMR  [ Country Task Force on Monitoring and Reporting ]  advocate for protection of children in the negotiations and the peace agreement with a view to creating a platform for children's and communities' voices to be heard.


The SRSG  [ Secretary Genera's Special Representative to Afghanistan ]  on Afghanistan and the members of the CTFMR  [ Country Task Force on Monitoring and Reporting ]  advocate for protection of boys in the negotiations and the peace agreement with a view to creating a platform for boys's and communities' voices to be heard.


The SRSG  [ Secretary Genera's Special Representative to Afghanistan ]  on Afghanistan and the members of the CTFMR  [ Country Task Force on Monitoring and Reporting ]  advocate for protection of girls in the negotiations and the peace agreement with a view to creating a platform for girls's and communities' voices to be heard.


HCT  [ Humanitarian Country Team ]  members, led by UNICEF and the HC, should find ways to ensure the  [ Child RIghts Protection ]  law acquires legitimacy amongst the constituency including by it passing through the Parliament. This includes advocacy for a collective acceptance by all relevant authorities that the age of a child is under 18 years


HCT  [ Humanitarian Country Team ]  members, led by UNICEF and the HC, should find ways to ensure the  [ Boy RIghts Protection ]  law acquires legitimacy amongst the constituency including by it passing through the Parliament. This includes advocacy for a collective acceptance by all relevant authorities that the age of a boy is under 18 years


HCT  [ Humanitarian Country Team ]  members, led by UNICEF and the HC, should find ways to ensure the  [ Girl RIghts Protection ]  law acquires legitimacy amongst the constituency including by it passing through the Parliament. This includes advocacy for a collective acceptance by all relevant authorities that the age of a girl is under 18 years


Children killed and injured by device type: Explosive remnant of war   1,890 injured, 757 killed; Improvised mine   1,060 injured, 588 killed; Anti Personnel Mine   122 injured, 29 killed; Anti Tank Mine   29 injured, 14 killed; Cluster Munition   3 injured, 11 killed


Boys killed and injured by device type: Explosive remnant of war   1,890 injured, 757 killed; Improvised mine   1,060 injured, 588 killed; Anti Personnel Mine   122 injured, 29 killed; Anti Tank Mine   29 injured, 14 killed; Cluster Munition   3 injured, 11 killed


Girls killed and injured by device type: Explosive remnant of war   1,890 injured, 757 killed; Improvised mine   1,060 injured, 588 killed; Anti Personnel Mine   122 injured, 29 killed; Anti Tank Mine   29 injured, 14 killed; Cluster Munition   3 injured, 11 killed


Evidence appears to indicate children impacted by COVID 19  related factors face increased vulnerability to recruitment and use by parties to the conflict.


Evidence appears to indicate boys impacted by COVID 19  related factors face increased vulnerability to recruitment and use by parties to the conflict.


Evidence appears to indicate girls impacted by COVID 19  related factors face increased vulnerability to recruitment and use by parties to the conflict.


Families see schools as a virus prone space. Once schools reopen, many children will not go back – out of fear. The worry if that even if one child has the virus in a class of 40 or 60 children, they will all get it and take it back to their families.


Families see schools as a virus prone space. Once schools reopen, many boys will not go back – out of fear. The worry if that even if one boy has the virus in a class of 40 or 60 boys, he will all get it and take it back to his families.


Families see schools as a virus prone space. Once schools reopen, many girls will not go back – out of fear. The worry if that even if one girl has the virus in a class of 40 or 60 girls, she will all get it and take it back to her families.


The WHO explains that nationwide, “only 320 hospital beds in the public and private sector are available for people suffering from mental health problems


The WHO explains that nationwide, “only 320 hospital beds in the public and private sector are available for men suffering from mental health problems


The WHO explains that nationwide, “only 320 hospital beds in the public and private sector are available for women suffering from mental health problems


Since 1 January 2020, the total number of undocumented returnees from Iran is almost 790,000 individuals. IOM provided post arrival humanitarian assistance to 990 people or 6% of all undocumented Afghanistan nationals returning from Iran at its transit centres in Hirat and Nimroz during the past week.


Since 1 January 2020, the total number of undocumented returnees from Iran is almost 790,000 men. IOM provided post arrival humanitarian assistance to 990 men or 6% of all undocumented Afghanistan nationals returning from Iran at its transit centres in Hirat and Nimroz during the past week.


Since 1 January 2020, the total number of undocumented returnees from Iran is almost 790,000 women. IOM provided post arrival humanitarian assistance to 990 women or 6% of all undocumented Afghanistan nationals returning from Iran at its transit centres in Hirat and Nimroz during the past week.


Implementation of these measures continues to differ across provinces, with provincial governments having been given the authority to decide on and implement their own lockdowns.


Implementation of these measures continues to differ across provinces, with provincial governments having been given the authority to decide on and implement his own lockdowns.


Implementation of these measures continues to differ across provinces, with provincial governments having been given the authority to decide on and implement her own lockdowns.


UNHCR and the Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation also conduct returnee monitoring and identify persons with specific needs to be referred to specialized service providers for assessment and assistance


UNHCR and the Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation also conduct returnee monitoring and identify men with specific needs to be referred to specialized service providers for assessment and assistance


UNHCR and the Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation also conduct returnee monitoring and identify women with specific needs to be referred to specialized service providers for assessment and assistance


Children displaced into urban areas face increased risks from abuse.


Boys displaced into urban areas face increased risks from abuse.


Girls displaced into urban areas face increased risks from abuse.


In 2020, efforts will be made to scale up operations to respond to food insecurity and avert extreme hunger and acute malnutrition. Food Security partners will aim to reach 9.8 million people with food and livelihood assistance, including support for vulnerable people whose needs have been aggravated by the COVID 19 pandemic and who may feel forced to engage in negative coping strategies.


In 2020, efforts will be made to scale up operations to respond to food insecurity and avert extreme hunger and acute malnutrition. Food Security partners will aim to reach 9.8 million men with food and livelihood assistance, including support for vulnerable men whose needs have been aggravated by the COVID 19 pandemic and who may feel forced to engage in negative coping strategies.


In 2020, efforts will be made to scale up operations to respond to food insecurity and avert extreme hunger and acute malnutrition. Food Security partners will aim to reach 9.8 million women with food and livelihood assistance, including support for vulnerable women whose needs have been aggravated by the COVID 19 pandemic and who may feel forced to engage in negative coping strategies.


Pro Government Forces were responsible for 32 per cent of all civilian casualties during the first quarter of 2020, causing 412 civilian casualties  ( 198 killed and 214 injured ) . Of concern, Pro Government Forces were responsible for more child casualties than Anti Government Elements during the first three months of the year and over twice as many child deaths, mainly due to airstrikes and indirect fire during ground engagements.


Pro Government Forces were responsible for 32 per cent of all civilian casualties during the first quarter of 2020, causing 412 civilian casualties  ( 198 killed and 214 injured ) . Of concern, Pro Government Forces were responsible for more boy casualties than Anti Government Elements during the first three months of the year and over twice as many boy deaths, mainly due to airstrikes and indirect fire during ground engagements.


Pro Government Forces were responsible for 32 per cent of all civilian casualties during the first quarter of 2020, causing 412 civilian casualties  ( 198 killed and 214 injured ) . Of concern, Pro Government Forces were responsible for more girl casualties than Anti Government Elements during the first three months of the year and over twice as many girl deaths, mainly due to airstrikes and indirect fire during ground engagements.


These factors, combined with COVID 19 related interruptions to informal employment and decreased remittances, are driving people into crippling debt. Data from the 2020 Whole of Afghanistan Assessment showed that the primary reason for taking on this debt last year was to pay for food  ( 53 per cent ) .


These factors, combined with COVID 19 related interruptions to informal employment and decreased remittances, are driving men into crippling debt. Data from the 2020 Whole of Afghanistan Assessment showed that the primary reason for taking on this debt last year was to pay for food  ( 53 per cent ) .


These factors, combined with COVID 19 related interruptions to informal employment and decreased remittances, are driving women into crippling debt. Data from the 2020 Whole of Afghanistan Assessment showed that the primary reason for taking on this debt last year was to pay for food  ( 53 per cent ) .


According to initial reports, 5,600 people were displaced in Logar and Maidan Wardak provinces due to insecurity and fighting.


According to initial reports, 5,600 men were displaced in Logar and Maidan Wardak provinces due to insecurity and fighting.


According to initial reports, 5,600 women were displaced in Logar and Maidan Wardak provinces due to insecurity and fighting.


The security situation remained volatile mainly in Kabul, Kapisa, Logar, Maidan Wardak, Khost, Ghazni, Paktika and Paktya provinces. During the reporting period, 10 people were killed and four people were injured in Khost, Maidan Wardak and Kabul provinces by targeted killings and ongoing fighting


The security situation remained volatile mainly in Kabul, Kapisa, Logar, Maidan Wardak, Khost, Ghazni, Paktika and Paktya provinces. During the reporting period, 10 men were killed and four men were injured in Khost, Maidan Wardak and Kabul provinces by targeted killings and ongoing fighting


The security situation remained volatile mainly in Kabul, Kapisa, Logar, Maidan Wardak, Khost, Ghazni, Paktika and Paktya provinces. During the reporting period, 10 women were killed and four women were injured in Khost, Maidan Wardak and Kabul provinces by targeted killings and ongoing fighting


Approximately six times the number of people are in need of humanitarian assistance in 2021 compared to four years ago when the multi year HRP was first developed.


Approximately six times the number of men are in need of humanitarian assistance in 2021 compared to four years ago when the multi year HRP was first developed.


Approximately six times the number of women are in need of humanitarian assistance in 2021 compared to four years ago when the multi year HRP was first developed.


Abductions seem to have become a tool for NSAG TB members to pressure humanitarians into agreeing to their demands, with some of the abductions likely also financially motivated.


Abductions seem to have become a tool for NSAG TB members to pressure humanitarians into agreeing to his demands, with some of the abductions likely also financially motivated.


Abductions seem to have become a tool for NSAG TB members to pressure humanitarians into agreeing to her demands, with some of the abductions likely also financially motivated.


In 2020, the HAG recorded seven incidents of aerial operations affecting the humanitarian community, although none reported in Q4, compared to eight such incidents in 2019. While the number of aerial operations affecting the humanitarian community were nearly on par in 2019 and 2020, it is important to keep in mind, that the overall number of aerial operations significantly decreased in 2020, with US Forces reducing their air support and starting to hand over targeting responsibility to AAF. This highlights the importance of continued engagement with ANSF  ( Afghan National Security Force )  on their IHL responsibilities, including the protection of civilian and humanitarian facilities.


In 2020, the HAG recorded seven incidents of aerial operations affecting the humanitarian community, although none reported in Q4, compared to eight such incidents in 2019. While the number of aerial operations affecting the humanitarian community were nearly on par in 2019 and 2020, it is important to keep in mind, that the overall number of aerial operations significantly decreased in 2020, with US Forces reducing his air support and starting to hand over targeting responsibility to AAF. This highlights the importance of continued engagement with ANSF  ( Afghan National Security Force )  on his IHL responsibilities, including the protection of civilian and humanitarian facilities.


In 2020, the HAG recorded seven incidents of aerial operations affecting the humanitarian community, although none reported in Q4, compared to eight such incidents in 2019. While the number of aerial operations affecting the humanitarian community were nearly on par in 2019 and 2020, it is important to keep in mind, that the overall number of aerial operations significantly decreased in 2020, with US Forces reducing her air support and starting to hand over targeting responsibility to AAF. This highlights the importance of continued engagement with ANSF  ( Afghan National Security Force )  on her IHL responsibilities, including the protection of civilian and humanitarian facilities.


33% of parents revealed they have access to TV and TV programs in their home while 67% said they do not. The same percentage  ( 33% )  mentioned that they would give permission to their children to watch TV.


33% of parents revealed he have access to TV and TV programs in his home while 67% said he do not. The same percentage  ( 33% )  mentioned that he would give permission to his boys to watch TV.


33% of parents revealed she have access to TV and TV programs in her home while 67% said she do not. The same percentage  ( 33% )  mentioned that she would give permission to her girls to watch TV.


MOPH Figures: MoPH data shows that 41,814 people across all 34 provinces in Afghanistan are now confirmed to have COVID19. Some 34,362 people have recovered, and 1,548 people have died   77 of whom are healthcare workers. 123,965 people out of a population of 37.6 million have been tested.

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Capacities & response


MOPH Figures: MoPH data shows that 41,814 men across all 34 provinces in Afghanistan are now confirmed to have COVID19. Some 34,362 men have recovered, and 1,548 men have died   77 of whom are healthcare workers. 123,965 men out of a population of 37.6 million have been tested.


MOPH Figures: MoPH data shows that 41,814 women across all 34 provinces in Afghanistan are now confirmed to have COVID19. Some 34,362 women have recovered, and 1,548 women have died   77 of whom are healthcare workers. 123,965 women out of a population of 37.6 million have been tested.


To prevent children from engaging in worst forms of child labour, WV must provide age appropriate and accessible information to children, families and communities on  ( a )  acceptable forms of safe work for children under 18  ( the minimum legal age for work )  and  ( b )  ways to access services that help prevent child labour and the worst forms of child labour


To prevent boys from engaging in worst forms of boy labour, WV must provide age appropriate and accessible information to boys, families and communities on  ( a )  acceptable forms of safe work for boys under 18  ( the minimum legal age for work )  and  ( b )  ways to access services that help prevent boy labour and the worst forms of boy labour


To prevent girls from engaging in worst forms of girl labour, WV must provide age appropriate and accessible information to girls, families and communities on  ( a )  acceptable forms of safe work for girls under 18  ( the minimum legal age for work )  and  ( b )  ways to access services that help prevent girl labour and the worst forms of girl labour


( 19 25 February 2021 ) IOM's Protection programme has supported 546 undocumented returnee households comprising at least one person with specific needs  ( PSN )  in 2021 through provision of timely information, facilitating safe and dignified access to services, and provision of assistance including cash to mitigate identified protection risks and avoid resorting to negative coping mechanisms when referral pathways are exhausted.


( 19 25 February 2021 ) IOM's Protection programme has supported 546 undocumented returnee households comprising at least one man with specific needs  ( PSN )  in 2021 through provision of timely information, facilitating safe and dignified access to services, and provision of assistance including cash to mitigate identified protection risks and avoid resorting to negative coping mechanisms when referral pathways are exhausted.


( 19 25 February 2021 ) IOM's Protection programme has supported 546 undocumented returnee households comprising at least one woman with specific needs  ( PSN )  in 2021 through provision of timely information, facilitating safe and dignified access to services, and provision of assistance including cash to mitigate identified protection risks and avoid resorting to negative coping mechanisms when referral pathways are exhausted.


As mentioned above, WFP provided 652,603 people struck by the socio economic impact of COVID 19 with a total of US$4.6 million in CBT to help cover families' food needs for two months.


As mentioned above, WFP provided 652,603 men struck by the socio economic impact of COVID 19 with a total of US$4.6 million in CBT to help cover families' food needs for two months.


As mentioned above, WFP provided 652,603 women struck by the socio economic impact of COVID 19 with a total of US$4.6 million in CBT to help cover families' food needs for two months.


Based on the 2020 Humanitarian Needs Overview, in 2020, 14 million vulnerable people were in need of urgent food and livelihoods assistance in the country


Based on the 2020 Humanitarian Needs Overview, in 2020, 14 million vulnerable men were in need of urgent food and livelihoods assistance in the country


Based on the 2020 Humanitarian Needs Overview, in 2020, 14 million vulnerable women were in need of urgent food and livelihoods assistance in the country


IOM's Protection programme has supported 4,053 undocumented returnee households comprising at least one person with specific needs  ( PSN )  in 2020 through provision of timely information, facilitating safe and dignified access to services, and provision of assistance including cash to mitigate identified protection risks and avoid resorting to negative coping mechanisms when referral pathways are exhausted.


IOM's Protection programme has supported 4,053 undocumented returnee households comprising at least one man with specific needs  ( PSN )  in 2020 through provision of timely information, facilitating safe and dignified access to services, and provision of assistance including cash to mitigate identified protection risks and avoid resorting to negative coping mechanisms when referral pathways are exhausted.


IOM's Protection programme has supported 4,053 undocumented returnee households comprising at least one woman with specific needs  ( PSN )  in 2020 through provision of timely information, facilitating safe and dignified access to services, and provision of assistance including cash to mitigate identified protection risks and avoid resorting to negative coping mechanisms when referral pathways are exhausted.


On 17 November, humanitarians provided tents, food, water, sanitation & hygiene supplies and cash assistance to 247 families  ( 1,729 people )  affected by conflict in Kandahar province.


On 17 November, humanitarians provided tents, food, water, sanitation & hygiene supplies and cash assistance to 247 families  ( 1,729 men )  affected by conflict in Kandahar province.


On 17 November, humanitarians provided tents, food, water, sanitation & hygiene supplies and cash assistance to 247 families  ( 1,729 women )  affected by conflict in Kandahar province.


A total of 8,662 returnees, IDPs and people from host communities were reached with emergency outpatient health services and 4,672 children were vaccinated to protect against polio and measles by humanitarians.


A total of 8,662 returnees, IDPs and men from host communities were reached with emergency outpatient health services and 4,672 boys were vaccinated to protect against polio and measles by humanitarians.


A total of 8,662 returnees, IDPs and women from host communities were reached with emergency outpatient health services and 4,672 girls were vaccinated to protect against polio and measles by humanitarians.


A total of 39,333 people received humanitarian assistance including IDPs, undocumented returnees, and people who received food aid as part of the COVID 19 response


A total of 39,333 men received humanitarian assistance including IDPs, undocumented returnees, and men who received food aid as part of the COVID 19 response


A total of 39,333 women received humanitarian assistance including IDPs, undocumented returnees, and women who received food aid as part of the COVID 19 response


According to the Afghanistan National Disaster Management Authority  ( ANDMA ) , approximately 91 people were impacted by heavy rainfall in Shigal, Chawkay, Marawara, Dara e Pech, Nari, Asad Abad and Bar Kunar in Kunar province.


According to the Afghanistan National Disaster Management Authority  ( ANDMA ) , approximately 91 men were impacted by heavy rainfall in Shigal, Chawkay, Marawara, Dara e Pech, Nari, Asad Abad and Bar Kunar in Kunar province.


According to the Afghanistan National Disaster Management Authority  ( ANDMA ) , approximately 91 women were impacted by heavy rainfall in Shigal, Chawkay, Marawara, Dara e Pech, Nari, Asad Abad and Bar Kunar in Kunar province.


During the reporting period, interagency assessment teams identified 328 people displaced by conflict to receive immediate humanitarian assistance in Kandahar province


During the reporting period, interagency assessment teams identified 328 men displaced by conflict to receive immediate humanitarian assistance in Kandahar province


During the reporting period, interagency assessment teams identified 328 women displaced by conflict to receive immediate humanitarian assistance in Kandahar province


Also, 4,536 people received humanitarian assistance for winter in Ghazni, Logar and Maidan Wardak provinces. Needs assessments of people in need of winter support are ongoing across central region.


Also, 4,536 men received humanitarian assistance for winter in Ghazni, Logar and Maidan Wardak provinces. Needs assessments of men in need of winter support are ongoing across central region.


Also, 4,536 women received humanitarian assistance for winter in Ghazni, Logar and Maidan Wardak provinces. Needs assessments of women in need of winter support are ongoing across central region.


This week  [ 21 – 27 December 2020 ] , 19,670 people received cash assistance for winter in Ghazni, Kapisa, Paktika, Bamyan and Logar provinces. Needs assessments are ongoing for vulnerable people in need of winter assistance in Maidan Wardak, Kabul and Ghazni provinces. 1,869 IDPs received humanitarian assistance in Bamyan and Daykundi provinces.


This week  [ 21 – 27 December 2020 ] , 19,670 men received cash assistance for winter in Ghazni, Kapisa, Paktika, Bamyan and Logar provinces. Needs assessments are ongoing for vulnerable men in need of winter assistance in Maidan Wardak, Kabul and Ghazni provinces. 1,869 IDPs received humanitarian assistance in Bamyan and Daykundi provinces.


This week  [ 21 – 27 December 2020 ] , 19,670 women received cash assistance for winter in Ghazni, Kapisa, Paktika, Bamyan and Logar provinces. Needs assessments are ongoing for vulnerable women in need of winter assistance in Maidan Wardak, Kabul and Ghazni provinces. 1,869 IDPs received humanitarian assistance in Bamyan and Daykundi provinces.


The security situation in the Centre   marked by abductions, targeted killings and increase use of IED attacks   remained unstable mainly affecting people in Kabul, Parwan, Logar, Maidan Wardak, Ghazni, Paktia, Paktika and Khost provinces. Due to the increasing risk of IED attacks, temporary movement restrictions were imposed in Kapisa province affecting some humanitarian activities.


The security situation in the Centre   marked by abductions, targeted killings and increase use of IED attacks   remained unstable mainly affecting men in Kabul, Parwan, Logar, Maidan Wardak, Ghazni, Paktia, Paktika and Khost provinces. Due to the increasing risk of IED attacks, temporary movement restrictions were imposed in Kapisa province affecting some humanitarian activities.


The security situation in the Centre   marked by abductions, targeted killings and increase use of IED attacks   remained unstable mainly affecting women in Kabul, Parwan, Logar, Maidan Wardak, Ghazni, Paktia, Paktika and Khost provinces. Due to the increasing risk of IED attacks, temporary movement restrictions were imposed in Kapisa province affecting some humanitarian activities.


Continued limited funding for transitional shelter solutions  ( as seen in 2020 )  will mean that many people will continue to rely on constant replacement of emergency shelters which are not durable and last a much shorter time


Continued limited funding for transitional shelter solutions  ( as seen in 2020 )  will mean that many men will continue to rely on constant replacement of emergency shelters which are not durable and last a much shorter time


Continued limited funding for transitional shelter solutions  ( as seen in 2020 )  will mean that many women will continue to rely on constant replacement of emergency shelters which are not durable and last a much shorter time


People's needs in the event of floods are usually shelter support to make their affected homes watertight  ( tarps, repair kits )  and NFIs to replace household items that are lost or damaged.


Men's needs in the event of floods are usually shelter support to make his affected homes watertight  ( tarps, repair kits )  and NFIs to replace household items that are lost or damaged.


Women's needs in the event of floods are usually shelter support to make her affected homes watertight  ( tarps, repair kits )  and NFIs to replace household items that are lost or damaged.


A number of people being held in isolation in hospital in Hirat left the facility on 16 March, potentially exposing the community to disease risk.


A number of men being held in isolation in hospital in Hirat left the facility on 16 March, potentially exposing the community to disease risk.


A number of women being held in isolation in hospital in Hirat left the facility on 16 March, potentially exposing the community to disease risk.


The humanitarian community is working to ensure sufficient capacity remains in place to continue assessments of and assistance for people who are newly displaced,


The humanitarian community is working to ensure sufficient capacity remains in place to continue assessments of and assistance for men who are newly displaced,


The humanitarian community is working to ensure sufficient capacity remains in place to continue assessments of and assistance for women who are newly displaced,


Approximately six times the number of people are in need of humanitarian assistance in 2021 compared to four years ago when the multi year HRP was first developed.


Approximately six times the number of men are in need of humanitarian assistance in 2021 compared to four years ago when the multi year HRP was first developed.


Approximately six times the number of women are in need of humanitarian assistance in 2021 compared to four years ago when the multi year HRP was first developed.


According to WFP's market monitoring, the average wheat flour price  ( low price and high price )  increased by 11 per cent between 14 March and 18 November, while the cost of pulses, sugar, cooking oil and rice  ( low quality )  increased by 20 per cent, 18 per cent, 32 per cent, and 20 per cent, respectively, over the same period. This price increase is accompanied by a declining purchasing power of casual labourers and pastoralists – which has deteriorated by over 10 per cent and 14 per cent respectively  ( compared to 14 March ) . These factors, combined with COVID 19 related interruptions to informal employment and decrease in remittances, are driving people into crippling debt. Data from the Whole of Afghanistan Assessment shows that household debt is rapidly escalating in terms of both the number of people in debt and the scale of that debt. Average household debt is now 46,299 AFS/US$602, up from 9,813 AFS/US$128 in 2019. Of displaced households in debt, the primary reason for taking on this debt was to pay for food  ( 53 per cent ) .


According to WFP's market monitoring, the average wheat flour price  ( low price and high price )  increased by 11 per cent between 14 March and 18 November, while the cost of pulses, sugar, cooking oil and rice  ( low quality )  increased by 20 per cent, 18 per cent, 32 per cent, and 20 per cent, respectively, over the same period. This price increase is accompanied by a declining purchasing power of casual labourers and pastoralists – which has deteriorated by over 10 per cent and 14 per cent respectively  ( compared to 14 March ) . These factors, combined with COVID 19 related interruptions to informal employment and decrease in remittances, are driving men into crippling debt. Data from the Whole of Afghanistan Assessment shows that household debt is rapidly escalating in terms of both the number of men in debt and the scale of that debt. Average household debt is now 46,299 AFS/US$602, up from 9,813 AFS/US$128 in 2019. Of displaced households in debt, the primary reason for taking on this debt was to pay for food  ( 53 per cent ) .


According to WFP's market monitoring, the average wheat flour price  ( low price and high price )  increased by 11 per cent between 14 March and 18 November, while the cost of pulses, sugar, cooking oil and rice  ( low quality )  increased by 20 per cent, 18 per cent, 32 per cent, and 20 per cent, respectively, over the same period. This price increase is accompanied by a declining purchasing power of casual labourers and pastoralists – which has deteriorated by over 10 per cent and 14 per cent respectively  ( compared to 14 March ) . These factors, combined with COVID 19 related interruptions to informal employment and decrease in remittances, are driving women into crippling debt. Data from the Whole of Afghanistan Assessment shows that household debt is rapidly escalating in terms of both the number of women in debt and the scale of that debt. Average household debt is now 46,299 AFS/US$602, up from 9,813 AFS/US$128 in 2019. Of displaced households in debt, the primary reason for taking on this debt was to pay for food  ( 53 per cent ) .


An estimated 18.4 million people are projected to require humanitarian assistance in 2021, compared to 14 million people in June 2020 and 9.4 million in January 2020, according to the HNO.


An estimated 18.4 million men are projected to require humanitarian assistance in 2021, compared to 14 million men in June 2020 and 9.4 million in January 2020, according to the HNO.


An estimated 18.4 million women are projected to require humanitarian assistance in 2021, compared to 14 million women in June 2020 and 9.4 million in January 2020, according to the HNO.


National and Local Government Should promote women's meaningful participation in decision making, from the local to the national level by creating gender balanced COVID 19 response mechanisms at all levels and support women's participation by accounting for gender specific barriers to decision making spaces.


National and Local Government Should promote men's meaningful participation in decision making, from the local to the national level by creating gender balanced COVID 19 response mechanisms at all levels and support men's participation by accounting for gender specific barriers to decision making spaces.


National and Local Government Should promote people's meaningful participation in decision making, from the local to the national level by creating gender balanced COVID 19 response mechanisms at all levels and support people's participation by accounting for gender specific barriers to decision making spaces.


Afghanistan already sees high levels of domestic violence, with 87% of women reportedly experience at least one form of physical, sexual, or psychological violence.


Afghanistan already sees high levels of domestic violence, with 87% of men reportedly experience at least one form of physical, sexual, or psychological violence.


Afghanistan already sees high levels of domestic violence, with 87% of people reportedly experience at least one form of physical, sexual, or psychological violence.


Surveillance, rapid response teams, and case investigation:  81 mobile health teams  ( MHTs ) have been deployed to hard to reach areas to provide services to affected people unable to attend static health facilities.  42 rapid response teams  ( RRTs )  have been deployed by humanitarian partners across the country to support MoPH's RRTs with surveillance, case identification, contact tracing, and risk communication.


Surveillance, rapid response teams, and case investigation:  81 mobile health teams  ( MHTs ) have been deployed to hard to reach areas to provide services to affected men unable to attend static health facilities.  42 rapid response teams  ( RRTs )  have been deployed by humanitarian partners across the country to support MoPH's RRTs with surveillance, case identification, contact tracing, and risk communication.


Surveillance, rapid response teams, and case investigation:  81 mobile health teams  ( MHTs ) have been deployed to hard to reach areas to provide services to affected women unable to attend static health facilities.  42 rapid response teams  ( RRTs )  have been deployed by humanitarian partners across the country to support MoPH's RRTs with surveillance, case identification, contact tracing, and risk communication.


Surveillance, rapid response teams, and case investigation:  Health Cluster partners' surveillance systems have traced 597,901 people since the start of the crisis.  34,000 polio surveillance volunteers were engaged in surveillance, case identification and community contact tracing activities. 8,954 polio surveillance volunteers have been trained on raising COVID 19 awareness, clinical diagnosis, case identification and contact tracing. With the re starting of polio campaigns, some of these staff are now returning to their core activities while continuing COVID 19 related community engagement.


Surveillance, rapid response teams, and case investigation:  Health Cluster partners' surveillance systems have traced 597,901 men since the start of the crisis.  34,000 polio surveillance volunteers were engaged in surveillance, case identification and community contact tracing activities. 8,954 polio surveillance volunteers have been trained on raising COVID 19 awareness, clinical diagnosis, case identification and contact tracing. With the re starting of polio campaigns, some of these staff are now returning to his core activities while continuing COVID 19 related community engagement.


Surveillance, rapid response teams, and case investigation:  Health Cluster partners' surveillance systems have traced 597,901 women since the start of the crisis.  34,000 polio surveillance volunteers were engaged in surveillance, case identification and community contact tracing activities. 8,954 polio surveillance volunteers have been trained on raising COVID 19 awareness, clinical diagnosis, case identification and contact tracing. With the re starting of polio campaigns, some of these staff are now returning to her core activities while continuing COVID 19 related community engagement.


Scale up of community based RCCE  ( Risk communication and community engagement )  is critical to combat misinformation, especially targeting vulnerable people.


Scale up of community based RCCE  ( Risk communication and community engagement )  is critical to combat misinformation, especially targeting vulnerable men.


Scale up of community based RCCE  ( Risk communication and community engagement )  is critical to combat misinformation, especially targeting vulnerable women.