In response to the devastating 6.3 magnitude earthquake that struck Kunar Province on 31 August 2025, SAFE Organization implemented an emergency transitional shelter intervention in Shtraval Village, Nurgal District. The earthquake caused widespread destruction, leaving thousands of families homeless and exposed to harsh winter conditions.
To address urgent shelter needs, SAFE successfully constructed 30 transitional shelters for households whose homes were completely destroyed. The project was implemented between 1–30 November 2025, providing vulnerable families with safe, dignified, and weather-resistant housing solutions.
This initiative introduced a rapidly deployable shelter model developed by PAI Engineering, designed to withstand wind, rain, and snow while offering a lifespan of up to 10 years with proper maintenance. Each unit can be assembled within 1–2 hours, making it highly suitable for emergency contexts.
The project emphasized strong community participation, ensuring local ownership and sustainability. SAFE worked in close coordination with government authorities and humanitarian partners, including:
Global ISFAN (Donor)
Afghanistan National Disaster Management Authority (ANDMA)
Department of Economy (DoE)
UN-ESNFI Cluster
Local District Leadership and Community Members
Implementation was closely monitored through regular field inspections and digital data collection using the Kobo Toolbox platform. Feedback from beneficiaries and local stakeholders confirmed high satisfaction with both the quality and impact of the shelters.
30 transitional shelters completed on time by 30 November 2025
Improved protection and safety for earthquake-affected families
Strengthened collaboration with national and international partners
Successful piloting of an innovative shelter model for future scale-up
SAFE Organization remains committed to supporting disaster-affected communities across Afghanistan. Lessons learned from this project will guide future shelter responses, including design enhancements and expanded rapid-deployment capacity.
Project Title: Transitional Shelter Project
Location: Nurgal District, Kunar Province, Afghanistan
Number of Shelters: 30 Units
Project Period: November 2025
Report Date: 3 December 2025
Nasir Mohiq
Office Manager, SAFE Organization
📧 nasir.mohiq@safeorganization-af.org
