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A recent report from the organization indicates that by the year 2030, there could be a shortage of more than 25,000 specialists in these industries.
It is observed that the existing restrictions are already causing a decline in children's ability to receive education and access medical care, as well as negatively affecting the country's economy and essential services.
According to UNICEF, the percentage of women working in public service in Afghanistan dropped from 21% to 17.7% between 2023 and 2025.
The organization states that since the Taliban, recognized as the de facto authorities, imposed a ban on secondary education for girls in September 2021, over 1 million young women in Afghanistan have been denied the chance to pursue their studies. If the current restrictions are not removed, the number could surpass 2 million by the year 2030.
UNICEF's Executive Director, Catherine Russell, warned that the country is at risk of losing future teachers, healthcare professionals, and social workers, which could result in a decline in the quality of essential services.
The report states that Afghanistan is dealing with a dual challenge: the existing number of trained professionals is declining, while the chances to train new individuals are also becoming more restricted. By 2030, the nation could face a shortage of up to 20,000 teachers and 5,400 medical professionals.
source: reuters.com
It is observed that the existing restrictions are already causing a decline in children's ability to receive education and access medical care, as well as negatively affecting the country's economy and essential services.
According to UNICEF, the percentage of women working in public service in Afghanistan dropped from 21% to 17.7% between 2023 and 2025.
The organization states that since the Taliban, recognized as the de facto authorities, imposed a ban on secondary education for girls in September 2021, over 1 million young women in Afghanistan have been denied the chance to pursue their studies. If the current restrictions are not removed, the number could surpass 2 million by the year 2030.
UNICEF's Executive Director, Catherine Russell, warned that the country is at risk of losing future teachers, healthcare professionals, and social workers, which could result in a decline in the quality of essential services.
The report states that Afghanistan is dealing with a dual challenge: the existing number of trained professionals is declining, while the chances to train new individuals are also becoming more restricted. By 2030, the nation could face a shortage of up to 20,000 teachers and 5,400 medical professionals.
source: reuters.com