15 January 2025, Kabul – The National Climate Change Conference, jointly organized by the Organization for Relief Development (ORD) and the National Environmental Protection Agency (NEPA), successfully concluded at Kabul Star Hotel, marking a significant step forward in Afghanistan’s fight against climate change. The conference reaffirmed a strong, collective commitment to prioritize climate action in 2025, emphasizing that climate change must be addressed as a humanitarian issue beyond political boundaries. The event brought together over 200 influential participants, including representatives from government ministries, UN agencies, Kabul-based diplomats, national and international NGOs, the media, the private sector, and academic institutions. Discussions and collaborative efforts during the conference are set to shape innovative climate adaptation strategies and drive the creation of a comprehensive National Climate Action Roadmap for Afghanistan.

(ORD FAO)

The distribution of improved wheat seeds and chemical fertilizer packages under the title of the 140/WBK Project, funded by FAO and technically supported by ORD , has been successfully completed today in a peaceful and calm atmosphere in five districts of Khost province : Maton, Ismail Khel/ Mandozi, Tani, Bak, and Alisher. The total beneficiaries of these packages were 4,400 eligible farmers.Each individual received 50 Kg Wheat seeds, 50 Kg Urea and 50 Kg DAP. This distribution was directly monitored by the Directorate of Economy, Directorate of Agriculture, and ARM. In summary, the process was carried out efficiently and successfully.

Completion of the 203 & 129/ASB FAO Project in Farah Province

The "Provision of Essential and Sustainable Services" project in Farah, launched in July 2022, was successfully completed by the end of 2024. The final Activites were handed over to the Directorate of Agriculture and Economy of Farah Province. The project aimed to improve livelihoods and empower 25,787 beneficiaries in various sectors. Key activities included: Distribution of improved seeds for wheat, maize, vegetables, and summer crops, along with fertilizers. Support for farmers' interest groups and local cooperation. Distribution of poultry farms and essential kits. Supply of animal feed and vaccination for livestock health. Distribution of home gardening kits for food security. Strengthening early warning committees for drought preparedness. These efforts positively impacted the beneficiaries, improving agricultural development and household economies. Upon completion, the final reports were delivered to the Directorate of Agriculture and Economy, which appreciated the project's success and expressed interest in future initiatives.

(ORD)

Today, 06/01/2025 ORD's Khost office distributed wheat seeds Packages and chemical fertilizers to 800 deserving farmers in Bak district of Khost province.Each individual received 50 kg wheat seeds, 50 kg Urea and 50 kg DAP. The event was attended by the general director of agricultural affairs for Bak district, the representative of ARM, as well as tribal elders. The distribution was conducted in a very smooth and peaceful manner, and all the beneficiaries expressed their gratitude to ORD.

(ORD FAO)

Today, 30/12/2024 in the center of Khost province, Maton, ORD distributed Wheat Seed Packages and Chemical fertilizers to 900 deserving farmers. Each individual received 50 kg Wheat Seeds, 50 kg Urea and 50 kg DAP. It is worth mentioning that representatives from the esteemed Department of Economy, the Department of Agriculture, ARM representatives, and tribal elders participated in this distribution and closely observed the process. The Director of Extension from the Agriculture Department praised ORD's work and expressed gratitude to its staff. The distribution was carried out in an excellent manner.

The FAO team conducted monitoring visits to ORD activities in Farah Province

The FAO team conducted monitoring visits to ORD activities in Farah Province On December 29-30, 2024, a team from the FAO offices in Kabul and the Herat regional office, including Mir Aqa Hussainkhil and Najibullah Khpalwak, visited Farah Province to monitor 129 ASB projects. On the first day, December 29, the team visited Pusht Rod District, where they observed the activities of the summer crop maize seed package project implemented by ORD. They also held meetings with the established CIGs (Common Interest Groups) in the district. Today, the team traveled to Anar Dara District to monitor the livestock-related CIGs. They expressed satisfaction with the proper implementation of the projects and pledged further cooperation with the eligible beneficiaries and the established groups in the mentioned districts.

(ORD)

Khost, 24 December 2024: In order to ensure quality and timely completion of projects, ORD Deputy Director Mr. Hamidi and ORD Climate Manager Mr. Mosawi visited ORD-FAO khost program and Khost zonal office staff. During this visit they clisely supervised all field activities and stressed on quality of the project implementation and program visibility and protection of the rights of affected people. FAO and ORD provide formers with climate resistant agriculture services in khost province.

ORD NCA

Vocational Skill Tool Kit Distribution in Samangan Province On December 22, 2024, the NCA/ORD Technical Team successfully distributed vocational skill tool kits to 30 trainees (15 male and 15 female) in Hazrat Sultan and Feroznakhchir districts of Samangan Province as part of the Sustainable Employment and Profit through Vocational Training, Value Chain, and Enterprise Development project. Each male trainee received a mobile repairing tool kit, while each female trainee received a Shall weaving tool kit. At the end of the project, all participants were awarded certificates recognizing their acquired skills. The distribution process was closely supervised by representatives from the Economic Department of Samangan Province, ensuring transparency and effectiveness in promoting sustainable employment in the region.

Successful Completion of PPR Vaccination Campaign in Farah Province

On December 19, 2024, the ORD Farah OSRO/AFG/129/ASB veterinary team successfully completed the PPR (Pestel des Petits Ruminants) vaccination process for 2,000 households in the Anar Dara, Shib Koh, and Lash Jowin districts of Farah Province. Each household received 8 to 10 doses of the PPR vaccine for their sheep and goats. This vaccination initiative is part of the 129 ASB project’s livestock intervention. It is important to note that these households previously received additional livestock support, including animal feed, dairy kits, chopper machines, and crop seeds. Similar processes will soon be carried out in the Purchaman district for nearly 1,200 ranchers.

(ORD/FAO)

Our colleagues and the engineering team are continuously conducting daily monitoring of the Cash-for-Work Program activities in Matoon Center and Sabari District. We can confidently say that our engineering team and other colleagues are working hard to ensure that the projects are completed according to the plan and on time.

(ORD/FAO)

ORD/FAO Launch Cash for Work Program Benefiting 900 Vulnerable Laborers in Sar-e-Pul Province On December 6, 2024, the Organization for Relief and Development (ORD), in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), launched a Cash for Work (CfW) program in Gosfandi District, Sar-e-Pul Province. This initiative is part of the broader OSRO/AFG/140/WBK project, designed to support 900 vulnerable laborers through both CfW activities and unconditional cash transfers in Sar-e-Pul Province. As part of the program, 400 laborers in Gosfandi District will undertake the following activities: Construction of three gabion box check dams (22m, 20m, and 18m in length). Excavation of 30 m³ of Kanda Excavation of 23,125 trenches During the program's launch ceremony, ORD’s technical team distributed personal protective equipment (PPE) and hand tools to participating laborers. Representatives from the Sar-e-Pul Department of Agriculture and other key stakeholders attended the event to oversee the project's commencement.

(UNJP/AFG/133/UNJ-SE1)

On 08-December- 2024, Paktika Province: District: Sharana, ORD/FAO Paktika team distributed the fodder seed to 100 eligible households in the sharana District of Paktika Province. Each beneficiary received Fodder seed . Additionally, every beneficiary received primary information on fodder seed . The ARM, DoE, and agriculture department representatives directly monitored the distribution process.

(UNJP/AFG/133/UNJ-SE1)

On 08th December 2024, Paktya: Project: (UNJP/AFG/133/UNJ-SE1) In Gardiz District ORD/FAO Paktya team, Distributed Dairy Kits to 20 eligible households in the Gardiz district of Paktya province. Each beneficiary received a Dairy Kit including the following items: (SS Milk Can 40 Liter, Milking Bucket 10 Liter, Stainless steel Milk Filter, Stainless Steel Milk Mug, Stainless Steel Milk Pot, Stainless Steel Cheese Press, Milk Thermometer, Stainless Steel Skimmer and Knife). We also provided both theoretical and practical training on the mentioned Dairy Kit. The DoE and Agriculture Department representatives directly monitored the distribution process.

(UNJP/AFG/133/UNJ-SE1)

In Center Maton ORD/FAO Khost team, distributed Dairy Kit Packages to 20 eligible households in the centre (Maton) of Khost province. Each beneficiary received a Dairy Kit Package. We also provided both theoretical and practical training on the mentioned Dairy Kit. The DoE and Agriculture department representative directly monitored the distribution process.

(ORD FAO)

محترم مولوی جان مراد "وقار" رئیس زراعت، آبیاری و مالداری فاریاب با نمایندگان سازمان سازمان خوراک وزراعت ملل متحد و موسسه کمک برای کمک های انکشافی ونهادهای همکار در دفترکاری خود دیدار کرد. موضوعات مورد بحث برنامه ‌ریزی برای سال ۲۰۲۵ در بخش زراعت، مالداری و مدیریت منابع. پیشنهادات شامل توسعه باغداری، توزیع تخم‌های اصلاح‌شده، کودهای کیمیاوی، احداث باغچه‌های خانگی، کانال‌های آبیاری، اصلاح نسل گاو و بز شیری، تهیه خوراک و واکسین حیوانی و تامین آب آشامیدنی برای مواشی. نتیجه گیری این دیدار: محترم مولوی جان مراد "وقار" رئیس زراعت، آبیاری و مالداری فاریاب از برنامه‌های جدید سازمان خوراک وزراعت ملل متحد استقبال کرده و آمادگی همکاری‌های تخنیکی را اعلام نمود. محترم احمدضیاء "آریا"، رئیس دفتر سازمان خوراک وزراعت ملل متحد در زون شمال (بلخ)، وعده همکاری در چارچوب امکانات این سازمان برای تحقق این پیشنهادات را داد

(UNJP/AFG/133/UNJ-SE1)

On 01-December- 2024, Paktika Province: (UNJP/AFG/133/UNJ-SE1) District: Sharana, ORD/FAO Paktika team distributed the dairy kit Package to 20 eligible households in the sharan District of Paktika Province. Each beneficiary received Dairy kit package. Additionally, every beneficiary received primary information on dairy kit package . The ARM, DoE, and agriculture department representatives directly monitored the distribution process.

(ORD FAO 133)

نن ورځ د او ار ډی دفتر د نظارت ټیم په خوست ولایت مرکزاو صبریو ولسوالۍ کې د ۱۳۳ پروژې د يوه مهم فعالیت څخه لیدنه وکړه، اوټول کارونه یی له نیږدې څخه وارزول. د کارګرانو رضایت او د کار ښه کیفیت زموږ له اولیتونو څخه دی چې الحمدلله هرڅه دپلان مطابق روان وو. همدارنګه پاتې د نه وي چې وړو شنو خونو د کارونو څخه هم په موسی خېلو ولسوالۍ کې لیدنه وشوه، او دکارونو کیفیت و ارزول شو. د یادولو وړ ده چې ټول هغه مستفیدین چې وړې خونې ورکړل شوې د او ار ډی او اف ای او له دفترنو څخه غوښتنه کوي چې په راتلونکي کې هم داسې ګټورې پروژې پلې کړي. ځکه دوی وایی چې دا ډول پروژې ددوی د ورځنیو خوړو په محیاء کولو کې مرسته کوي.

(ORD Farah 129 ASB/FAO)

From November 4 to 10, the ORD Farah 129 ASB/FAO Team distributed home gardening packages to 1,500 eligible households in the Gulistan district of Farah Province. Each household received 160 kg of organic fertilizer, 30 kg of DAP (Diammonium Phosphate), and 25 kg of UREA (Urea Nitrogen Fertilizer). Additionally, six types of vegetable seeds will be distributed to these beneficiaries in the near future. ARM monitored this distribution process directly.

(OSRO/AFG/140/WBK)

Sar-e-Pul Province The ORD/FAO Sar-e-Pul team planned the distribution of 13,400 packages of wheat seeds, DAP, and urea in five districts of Sar-e-Pul Province. The distribution process has been completed 9100 HHs in Balkhab, Sancharak, Markaz,and Gosfandi districts, and is ongoing in Markaz and Kohistanat districts, where it will soon be completed. Each beneficiary received 50 kg of seeds, 50 kg of DAP, and 50 kg of urea. In addition, every beneficiary received technical training on wheat cultivation, including site selection, land preparation, fertilization, planting, irrigation, weed control, pest control, and harvesting. The distribution process was directly monitored by representatives from the ARM and the Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation, and Livestock.

(ORD FAO 129 ASB)

On August 30, 2024, the ORD FAO 129 ASB Team distributed organic fertilizer to 1,546 eligible households (HHs) in the Poshterood district of Farah Province. Each household received 160 kg of organic fertilizer, and the distribution will continue until a total of 1,600 households have been served. The beneficiaries had previously received maize seeds and chemical fertilizers. The results so far have been positive, and stakeholders are optimistic about the upcoming harvest. This distribution process was directly monitored by ARM and local authorities.

(OSOR/AFG/140/WBK)

Wheat Distribution and Cash-for-Work Program Progress in Sar-e-Pul Project Duration: September 15, 2024 – February 15, 2025 The OSOR/AFG/140/WBK project of ORD/FAO supports vulnerable households in Sar-e-Pul Province through wheat distribution and Cash-for-Work (CFW) initiatives. 1. Wheat Distribution – 13,400 Households Assessments for 11,100 wheat packages are complete, with distributions planned in Gosfandi, Balkhab, Sancharak, Kohistanat, and Markaz Sar-e-Pul. An additional 2,300 households have been assessed in Gosfandi and Sancharak, while Balkhab and Markaz Sar-e-Pul are still in progress. The project has secured 555 metric tons each of wheat seeds, urea, and DAP fertilizer, stored in ORD warehouses for the upcoming planting season. 2. Cash-for-Work Program – 900 Households Site selection for infrastructure projects is complete in Gosfandi and Kohistanat, with reports sent to the FAO. Reassessment is ongoing in Balkhab, and beneficiary selection continues in Gosfandi. The project aims to meet immediate needs while promoting long-term community development.

(ORD/NCA Project)

Small DRM Projects Tailored to Community Needs The ORD/NCA Project Team recently conducted a reassessment of three DRM (Disaster Risk Management) projects. Following the reassessment, adjustments were made to one project, and the following three initiatives have been selected for implementation in 2024: 1. Canal Construction with Water Dividers in Naw Abad Ghandaki Villages 2. Canal Construction with Water Dividers in Asya Bad Villages 3. Canal Construction with Water Dividers in Asya Bad Villages The construction of the canal and installation of water dividers in Asya Bad villages is 85% complete and progressing steadily. Meanwhile, practical work on another canal construction project, along with water dividers in Asya Bad villages, has just begun today.

On October 21,2024,the ORD/FAO

On October 21, 2024, the ORD/FAO technical team including the Project Manager, and ARM representative Mr. Abdullah “Zazai” jointly visited the Cf W activities in the Gardiz district of Paktia province, the technical team provided laborers with instructions on the excavation of trenches, Kariz cleaning and construction of stone masonry wall of the proposed canal, additionally, technical team encourage and recommended all laborers for using the personal protective equipment in the project sites.

UNJP/AFG/133/UNJ-SE1

On October 14, 2024, the Organization for Relief and Development ( ORD ), in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization ( FAO ), launched the Micro Greenhouse distribution program in Gardiz , Shwak , Sayedkaram , Zurmat , and Janikhil districts, Paktya Province. This initiative is part of the broader UNJP/AFG/133/UNJ-SE1 project, which aims to support 145 vulnerable households. According to the contracted LOA, each beneficiary will receive a complete package of around 43 items of MGH and Irrigation system materials including Cucumber and Sweet Capsicum seeds. Additionally, every beneficiary received primary information on Micro Greenhouse installation maintenance and sustainability. The director of Agriculture, and representative of the Economy of Paktia province, and other relevant stakeholders attended the event to observe the distribution process.

(UNJP/AFG/133/UNJ-SE1)

ORD/FAO Launches Cash for Work Program Benefiting 300 Vulnerable Laborers in Paktya Province On October 9, 2024, the Organization for Relief and Development (ORD), in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), launched a Cash for Work (CfW) program in Gardiz district, Paktya Province. This initiative is part of the broader UNJP/AFG/133/UNJ-SE1 project, which aims to support 1,800 vulnerable laborers and provide unconditional cash transfers to 180 households in the provinces of Paktya, Paktika, and Khost. As part of the CfW program, 300 laborers in Gardiz will participate in the following activities: Construction of a 12-meter gabion box check dam Construction of a 6.7-meter dry stone check dam Excavation of 9,313 trenches Repair and cleaning of 600 meters of Kariz (traditional water channels) At the program's opening ceremony, ORD’s technical team distributed personal protective equipment (PPE) and hand tools to the laborers. Representatives from the Paktya Department of Economy, Department of Agriculture, and other relevant stakeholders attended the event to observe the commencement of the project.

On August 21, 2024, the ORD/FAO

On August 21, 2024, the ORD/FAO Farah team in Farah distributed a package of mineral blocks, a dairy kit, and Barsim seed products to 1,200 deserving families in Purchaman district, Farah province. The kit included a filter, a scale, a boiling pot, and a milk can. Each beneficiary received one of each item. Additionally, our team distributed 12 pieces of chopper machin based on the specific needs of the groups in the area. This assistance will be very beneficial and efficient for the families during winter. Purchaman district is one of the most densely populated districts in Farah province, and its residents have to travel 14 hours by car to reach the Center of Farah. The livelihood of the residents in this district depends on livestock which makes this assistance crucial and necessary.