MOIC Public Libraries Directorate Signs Cooperation Agreement with DHSA

The Public Libraries Directorate, under the Deputy Ministry for Culture and Arts of the Ministry of Information and Culture, has signed a cooperation agreement entitled “Strengthening Social Participation” with the Development and Humanitarian Services Association (DHSA) for Afghanistan.
Dr Rafiullah Samim, Director of Public Libraries, said the agreement aims to develop and equip public libraries, conduct public awareness programmes to promote a culture of reading, and enhance the professional capacities of public library staff.
According to officials, the agreement is scheduled to be implemented over three years in four provinces: Kabul, Nangarhar, Herat and Balkh.

14 Jumada al-Awwal 1448 
26 oct 2026