Report on Humanitarian Funding Status for Afghanistan in 2026: Urgent Needs Amidst Resource Shortfalls

Coordinated Needs and Funding Coverage: Based on the coordinated “Afghanistan Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan 2026,” which projects 1,710.0 million USD to cover critical needs, unfortunately, no funding coverage has been reported to date, leaving the coverage percentage at 0.0%. This reality serves as a serious warning regarding the international community’s capacity to provide vital assistance in the coming year, potentially leading to catastrophic consequences for millions of vulnerable people. Although data related to “Trends from 2008 to 2018” is currently under review, existing annual figures consistently highlight the country’s persistent and severe need for international support.

Funding by Recipients (UN Organizations): The reported funding, broken down by recipient organizations, offers a picture of how these aid efforts are distributed. Among UN entities, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) leads with 23.9 million USD (14.7% of total funding), followed by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) with 21.4 million USD (13.2%). The International Organization for Migration (IOM) with 13.0 million USD (8.0%), the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) with 5.9 million USD (3.7%), and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) with 4.1 million USD (2.5%) are also major recipients. The World Food Programme (WFP) and the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) received 3.8 and 0.7 million USD respectively, while the International Labour Organization (ILO) has received no funding to date.

Funding by Recipients (NGOs and Other Organizations): In the sector of Non-Governmental Organizations, Red Cross/Red Crescent, and other entities, “Save the Children” stands out as the leading recipient with 18.4 million USD (11.4%). International NGOs (Confidential) received 9.0 million USD (5.5%), and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) received 8.0 million USD (4.9%). Other organizations such as EMERGENCY – Life Support for Civilian War Victims ONG Onlus with 4.9 million USD (3.0%), Aga Khan Foundation with 4.0 million USD (2.5%), INTERSOS Humanitarian Aid Organization with 3.7 million USD (2.3%), Danish Refugee Council with 3.2 million USD (2.0%), Première Urgence Internationale with 3.1 million USD (1.9%), Action Contre la Faim – Action Against Hunger International with 2.8 million USD (1.7%), and Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development with 2.4 million USD (1.5%) have also collectively received significant amounts for their humanitarian activities, indicating the breadth and diversity of implementing partners on the ground.

Allocations Through Pooled Funding Mechanisms: Furthermore, pooled funding mechanisms play a crucial role in facilitating and coordinating aid. The Afghan Reconstruction Trust Fund and the Afghanistan Humanitarian Fund have received 3.0 million and 2.7 million USD in contributions respectively, but no allocations from these funds for projects have been reported to date. In contrast, the Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan, despite not receiving contributions during this period, shows 0.4 million USD in allocations, likely pertaining to prior commitments or allocations. This discrepancy between contributions and allocations could indicate bureaucratic complexities and a need to expedite administrative processes to deliver aid to those in need. While precise details of funding sources (such as donor countries) and budget allocations by sector (such as health, WASH, education) are not provided in this report, this information is critically important for daily monitoring and a more comprehensive analysis of the financial situation, playing a key role in identifying main donors and prioritizing humanitarian needs.

In summary, the humanitarian funding data for Afghanistan at the start of 2026 presents a concerning picture. Despite the immense humanitarian needs affecting a large segment of the population, clearly articulated in the coordinated plan, available financial resources are alarmingly low. This significant gap not only impacts operational challenges but can also lead to a further deterioration of the humanitarian situation across the country. Therefore, an urgent and vital appeal is being made to the international community to substantially increase financial support and expedite the allocation process of aid to prevent a deeper humanitarian catastrophe in Afghanistan.