Reference :
V-P-AF-E-03034
Date :
04/12/2024
Caption :
Kabul. Portrait of Sediqa, a widow who lost her husband in the past conflicts and is having great difficulty feeding her children and getting through the harsh winter.
Confidentiality level :
public
Publication restrictions :
publication without restrictions
Description :
“Afghanistan: A year of responding to numerous humanitarian challenges
In 2024, communities in Afghanistan continued to face a dire situation marked by persistent economic challenges, natural disasters and the consequences of decades of armed conflict. International sanctions and reduced foreign aid created further challenges, contributing to a grim situation in a country where millions of people are grappling with poverty, food insecurity and difficulties in accessing essential services like health care.
The plight of vulnerable groups, including women, children and people with disabilities, is particularly concerning. This alarming situation requires sustained international attention and long-term support to ensure that essential assistance reaches those in need.
- Katharina Ritz, International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Head of delegation in Afghanistan.
[...]
"After losing my husband in Afghanistan’s past conflicts, I struggle to make ends meet, as the sole breadwinner, living in a rented house with my five children. With winter approaching, we can't afford heating materials and burn trash to stay warm. Battling severe hypertension, I weave carpets with my children, earning AFN 5,000 every three months – a meagre income for survival," said Seqida, a Kabul resident.[...]".
ICRC website, article 31-12-2024
Original material :
digital
Resolution :
4000x2252
Orientation :
landscape
Colour/B&W :
colour
