Afghanistan, April 17 -- Food prices in Afghanistan have risen by up to 47% over the past year, the World Food Programme (WFP) said, warning of growing pressure on households.
Staple items including rice, wheat, sugar and cooking oil recorded significant annual increases, while weekly price changes remained relatively stable. Markets are still functioning but face rising transport costs and supply disruptions.
WFP said trade routes have shifted toward western and northern corridors, with heavy reliance on the Islam Qala crossing with Iran, increasing risks of delays and higher costs.
At the same time, weak labour markets are worsening the crisis, with average work availability dropping to less than two days per week, sharply reducing pur...