Afghanistan, Dec. 19 -- The United Nations reports Afghanistan's 43.8 million population, mostly rural, faces severe development challenges, limited infrastructure, and growing pressure on essential services nationwide.
Afghanistan's population reached approximately 43.8 million in 2024, with more than 72 percent living in rural areas, highlighting deep structural development challenges and reliance on fragile local resources.
In a report released on Thursday, December 18, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) stated that Afghanistan ranks among the ten lowest countries globally on the Human Development Index, reflecting persistent deficits in health, education, and living standards.
The country faces severe water scarcity, wit...