Project Report: Qatar Residential Shahrak– Kabul, Afghanistan
Contractual Commitment
Based on the agreement signed between the Al-Garrafah Foundation and the Ministry of Urban Development and Housing of Afghanistan, the Foundation has committed to constructing a modern residential township in a designated area for vulnerable families. The township aims to:
- Address the housing shortage
- Promote the culture of modern construction
- Provide housing in line with international standards
Location & Master Plan
The township is located in Khushal Khan Mina, opposite the Central Silo of Kabul City, covering a total area of 69,045 square meters. The approved master plan includes:
- Residential buildings
- Commercial facilities
- Schools
- Mosques
- Orphanage
- Parking areas
- Green spaces
- Other essential urban amenities
The site plan has been officially approved by the High Council of Urban Development and the Ministry of Urban Development and Land of Afghanistan.
Residential Blocks
- 8 residential blocks, each with 12 floors
- 96 apartments per block (two-bedroom and three-bedroom units)
- 768 apartments in total
Mosque
- 819 m² mosque designed in three floors
- Capacity for 2,000 worshippers simultaneously
- Features: one minaret, dome, ablution facility, and 10 restrooms
- The Foundation also undertook the provision of equipment and carpets for the mosque
Schools
Two schools (girls’ and boys’), each with a 577 m² area, designed in three floors. Facilities include:
- Playground
- Laboratory
- Computer room
- Library
- Teachers’ rooms
- Administrative offices
- Equipped with desks, chairs, computers, and other essential educational materials
Project Timeline
Construction of Phase I began in 2021, including:
- Three residential blocks
- Girls’ school
- Boys’ school
- The mosque
Significance
This township represents a landmark initiative in Kabul’s urban development, combining modern housing with social, educational, and religious facilities. It demonstrates the effective partnership between Al-Garrafah Foundation and the Afghan government, contributing to sustainable urban growth and improved living standards.
