Earthquake in Eastern Afghanistan – CARE reacted immediately
A devastating 6.0 magnitude earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan Sunday 31st August, particularly the provinces of Kunar and Jalalabad. According to the BBC, the disaster has claimed at least 800 lives and caused widespread destruction. Afghanistan is already facing one of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises, with nearly half of its population—23 million people—dependent on aid, yet the humanitarian response plan is only 28% funded.
CARE and its local partners are responding immediately, conducting rapid needs assessments and preparing to deliver emergency aid, even in hard-to-reach areas. Many roads are impassable, forcing aid workers to travel on foot for hours. The urgent needs identified include:
- Food and clean water
- Shelter, warm clothing, blankets
- Basic kitchen supplies
- Medicine and healthcare
Deepmala Mahla, CARE’s Regional Director for Humanitarian Response, emphasized the importance of trust and transparency in aid delivery. CARE has decades of experience in Afghanistan and responded to previous disasters, such as the recent earthquake in Herat. Their work relies on a strong network of local partners, including female staff who ensure access to women and girls—one of the most vulnerable groups.
Special concern is expressed for the safety and health of women and girls, who face extreme risks and limited access to essential services due to ongoing restrictions.
CARE’s support is targeted, effective, and built on long-standing trust within the country. Their thoughts remain with the people of Afghanistan as they face yet another tragedy.
And interview with Dr.Deepmala and BBC news here: BBC_World_News-2025-09-02_00-05-40.mp4
One year after devastating floods in the Czech Republic, many schools and kindergartens in the Jeseník and Bruntál regions are still recovering
The humanitarian organization CARE Czech Republic, which financially supports the reconstruction of several educational facilities, highlights the ongoing need for aid. Despite significant efforts, conditions in many communities remain dire, with some children forced to attend classes in temporary containers.
CARE has supported a total of six schools and kindergartens, thanks to donations from Czech citizens and international partners such as Aktion Deutschland Hilft and USA Vertex Foundation. However, the reconstruction of some facilities, particularly in Jeseník, has been complicated and delayed by the discovery of asbestos. The head of the Jeseník school, Dominik Liberda, noted that the full reconstruction will cost tens of millions of Czech crowns and take longer than expected.
According to Ludmila Kucer, CARE Czech Republic's Program Director, assistance is still urgently needed. The organization has secured additional funding from German partners to help schools restore spaces not covered by government subsidies. This highlights the global solidarity of the CARE network, which was founded 80 years ago in response to the post-WWII humanitarian crisis in Europe. Czech citizens can continue to support the flood-affected communities by donating to CARE Czech Republic's special fund for school and kindergarten repairs.
