Inside Kabul: A Humanitarian Worker's Perspective
An exclusive interview on life and work in Afghanistan today
A senior humanitarian worker shares insights from the ground in Kabul, discussing the challenges of delivering aid, working with current authorities, and maintaining hope.
In this exclusive interview, a senior humanitarian worker with years of experience in Afghanistan shares their perspective on the current situation in the country.
Q: What does daily life look like in Kabul today?
The city has changed significantly. There's a different atmosphere, more restrictions, but daily life continues. People go to work, children play, markets are open. The resilience of Afghans never ceases to amaze me.
Q: What are the biggest challenges for humanitarian work?
Access remains a constant negotiation. We work with the authorities to ensure we can reach those in need, but it requires patience and persistence. Funding is another major challenge—donor fatigue is real.
Q: What gives you hope?
The Afghan people themselves. Their strength, their humor, their determination to build better lives despite everything. That's what keeps us going.
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