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KABUL – The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Education Above All Foundation (EAA) have signed a $50 million agreement aimed at bolstering educational programs in Afghanistan. The signing took place on Sunday, December 8, during the annual Doha Forum.
The agreement’s primary goals include enrolling 100,000 out-of-school children in schools and providing 2,000 scholarships for Afghan students. Additionally, it seeks to strengthen Afghanistan’s education sector, a critical need given the country’s current challenges.
This announcement follows international backlash against the Taliban’s ongoing ban on education for women and girls, which has drawn widespread condemnation. During the forum, Roza Otunbayeva, head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), denounced the ban, particularly its recent extension to medical institutes, as a severe blow to Afghan society.
The Doha Forum, now in its 22nd edition, brought together senior officials and diplomats from over 100 nations to address global challenges, including education equity and human rights.
Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs also recently announced a separate agreement to provide Afghan students with scholarships in Indonesia, signaling continued international efforts to support Afghanistan’s youth.
This collaboration between USAID and EAA underscores the global commitment to Afghan education, serving as a beacon of hope for the country’s future.
