Kabul water crisis: Afghan capital edges towards 'day zero' as boreholes dry, drought bites and aid stays
- Posted on October 6, 2026
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Kabul water crisis: Afghan capital edges towards 'day zero' as boreholes dry, drought bites and aid stays
Kabul faces a severe water crisis as aquifers deplete faster than they can be replenished. The population growth has resulted in excessive groundwater extraction from unregulated borewells. Many residents now rely on expensive water from private tankers due to limited piped water access. Contaminated groundwater exacerbates the situation, leaving residents with a lack of safe water.
