AFGHANISTAN
Facing yet another daunting challenge, the long-suffering Afghans confront the aftermath of a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.3. Striking on both Saturday, October 7, and subsequently on October 11, 2023, this catastrophic event has claimed over 1,000 lives and left 2,000 individuals injured. The epicentre, located 40 kilometres northwest of Herat, has devastated 12 nearby villages, resulting in the destruction of 1,320 houses. Families find themselves trapped in the debris of their homes. As winter approaches, exacerbating the struggles, your contribution to the Afghanistan Appeal can provide essential winter kits, offering relief to those grappling with the aftermath and helping rebuild lives.