Afghanistan: Helmand Residents Say Solar-Powered Wells Fail to Meet Water Needs in Winter

Jan 10, 2026 | Sharif Amiry
Amu TV
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Residents of Nad Ali district in Afghanistan’s southern Helmand province say they are struggling to access drinking water during the winter months as reduced sunlight limits the capacity of solar-powered wells installed with support from United Nations-affiliated organisations. Locals say the number of wells is insufficient to meet demand, and lower solar output during winter has sharply reduced water flow.