Join Afghanaid's Book Club and enjoy literature about Afghanistan and by fantastic Afghan authors. It's simple: pick a book from our list of recommendations, and then write us a review to join the conversation! Read more
We've been hosting live conversations with expert guests exploring everything Afghanistan: from tea, to rugs, to the rubab, we want to celebrate Afghanistan's varied and vibrant culture. Check out the recordings! Read more
To all of our incredible fundraisers and volunteers - THANK YOU! Here are some of the things our dedicated supporters have been getting up to. Read more
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“We finally feel like we’re living again” Mohammed Rustan describes how his village has built back after devastating floods, and is now working together to combat climate change and replant lost trees. Read more
With our support, Bibi's village is transforming itself with trees and a water storage system to change their fortunes in the face of a changing climate. Read more
Get festive with Afghanaid this Christmas with a pack of our eco-friendly Christmas cards, spend a whole year with us with our 2021 calendar, or make this Christmas memorable with our selection of Unforgettable Gift e-cards - the perfect socially distanced gift to keep you connected. Read more
Celebrate Christmas with Afghanaid! Purchase a pack of 10 eco-friendly cards printed using recycled paper, featuring a photo of the son of one of the brilliant people we're working with in Afghanistan. Read more
Spend a whole year with Afghanaid with this A4 calendar, featuring some of the amazing places and people Afghanaid works with across Afghanistan. Read more
This gift could provide a family with the seeds and cultivation trays they need to start their own vegetable garden, put food on the table and support their loved ones. Find out more about this gift and how it works. Read more
This e-gift card covers the cost of training for one farmer, teaching them improved farming or animal husbandry techniques, so they can produce more, put food on their families plates, and earn an income from the surplus. Find out more about this gift and how it works. Read more
In Afghanistan, decades of war, a predominantly rural population, and increasing vulnerability to the impacts of climate change make achieving SDG 1 both more urgent and strenuous than in other countries. Read about how we are striving forward amid the pandemic. Read more
Get into the autumnal spirit and enjoy sweet and savoury all at the same time with this seasonal squash recipe. Follow this step by step guide of how to make Kadu Borani - a family recipe from a friend of Afghanaid's. Read more
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On Sunday 4th October, our fantastic Team Afghanaid runners crossed the virtual London Marathon finish line! As the race could not take place in its usual fashion, 3 of our fantastic Team Afghanaid runners alongside 45,000 others took on the first ever virtual London Marathon, and did so in spectacular fashion. Read more
To celebrate this year's International Day of Education, we're reflecting on progress made towards inclusive and equitable quality education in Afghanistan, and how our projects seek to promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. Read more
This gift could help fight the effects of climate change in flood-prone regions of Afghanistan. The fruit they bear can also provide a family with a source of nutrition, and an additional source of income. Find out more about this gift and how it works. Read more
For the next instalment in our 'Conversations with Afghanaid' series, we were joined by Dr Sarah Fane (MCC Foundation Director), Zainab Hussaini (Afghanistan Country Manager, Skateistan), and Raheem Javid (Children's Museum of Science and Technology, Kabul) to discuss the importance of innovative and inclusive initiatives for young people in Afghanistan. Read more
On Sunday 4th October, one of our fantastic supporters Richard Brittan (literally) went the extra mile for the virtual London Marathon. Richard took on an Ultra Marathon for The 40th Race, covering 32 miles and climbing over 1,500km. Read more about Richard's story! Read more
Using white, long grain rice is the key to perfecting Afghanistan's national dish, which is packed with flavour. There are many different recipes for Qabuli Pulao, but we think this is the easiest for first-timers! Read more
If you are based in America, donating through Give2Asia is a great way of assisting Afghanaid's vital work. Read more
This International Literacy Day, join us and #ReadForAfghanistan to show your support for vulnerable communities fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. Check our our recommendations for books both by Afghan authors and about Afghanistan! Read more
Off the back of IWD 2020, and to celebrate Women's History Month, we're taking a closer look at SDG 5: Gender Equality, and our experiences implementing it in one of the most challenging parts of the world. Read more
On Sunday 2nd August, we held a live discussion with Durkhanai Ayubi (Parwana Restaurant and Recipe Book), Mursal Saiq (Cue Point Restaurant) and Kobrah Nawrozzadeh (The Afghan Tea Company), exploring the role of nostalgia and innovation through Afghanistan's vibrant cuisine. Watch the recording! Read more