Kabul ((The COW News Digital)The clean water crisis in Afghanistan has escalated to alarming levels, with more than 20 million people reportedly lacking access to safe drinking water, according to warnings from the European Union. Afghan news agency Khaama Press highlighted the growing humanitarian emergency, noting that the population is increasingly struggling under the Taliban regime.
The EU expressed grave concern that while the Taliban remains focused on militant activities in the region, ordinary Afghans are left without access to essential resources, including potable water. Contaminated water sources are contributing to the rapid spread of waterborne diseases, posing a significant public health threat.
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UNICEF has reported that over 80 percent of Afghanistan’s population relies on unsafe water for drinking, exposing millions, particularly children, to disease. Current figures indicate that more than 212,000 children have already been affected by waterborne illnesses. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), a total of 9,548 cases of water-related diseases have been recorded nationwide.
Experts point to deteriorating infrastructure and mismanagement under the Taliban as key factors worsening the crisis. WHO reports further reveal that restrictive policies and poor sanitation systems are contributing to the spread of multiple illnesses, while nearly 442 clinics have been forced to close as of May 2025.
The water shortage threatens public health, social stability, and food security across the country. With limited access to clean water and health services, Afghan communities face increased vulnerability to disease outbreaks and malnutrition. Humanitarian organizations are warning of a potential catastrophe if immediate intervention measures are not implemented.
The international community has called on the Taliban to address the crisis, improve water infrastructure, and allow humanitarian aid to reach affected populations. Observers note that the regime’s focus on regional conflicts, rather than essential domestic services, has left Afghanistan increasingly isolated on the global stage.
As the crisis deepens, global agencies emphasize the urgency of coordinated efforts to provide clean water, enhance public health facilities, and stabilize affected communities, warning that failure to act could have long-term consequences for Afghanistan’s population.
