AWF Meets Islamic Emirate Committee to Advance Cancer Hospital Project

Abstract

On April 22, 2025, the leadership of the Atta Welfare Foundation (AWF) met with the special committee appointed by the Directorate of Ministers of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan. The meeting, chaired by Al-Hajj Maulvi Gul Zarin Sabir, was convened to review the development of Afghanistan’s first standard cancer hospital, initiated by AWF under the Afghan Medical Complex (AMC) project. During the session, Ibadullah Ibad (Project Director) delivered a comprehensive presentation outlining the hospital’s progress from its announcement to date, supported by documented evidence. Questions from the committee were answered by Ibadullah and Eng. Attaullah Shigiwal (Founder). Concluding the meeting, the committee chairman assured AWF of full cooperation from government agencies, affirming that ministries and administrative bodies will jointly support the hospital’s development moving forward.

Introduction

On April 22, 2025, the Atta Welfare Foundation (AWF), the driving force behind the Afghan Medical Complex (AMC), held an important meeting with the committee appointed by the Directorate of Ministers of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan. This session marked a significant milestone in the journey to establish Afghanistan’s first standard cancer hospital.

The meeting was chaired by Al-Hajj Maulvi Gul Zarin Sabir, who welcomed AWF’s leadership team and outlined the mandate of the committee, created specifically to oversee and support the establishment of this vital healthcare facility.

Purpose of the Committee

Chairman Sabir began by explaining that the committee had been formally established by the Directorate of Ministers to provide strategic oversight and ensure that all government agencies work in alignment to support the construction of the cancer hospital.

The committee is composed of senior representatives from across government, reflecting its national importance. Members included from:

1. Ministry of Urban Development and Housing (Chairman)

2. Ministry of Information and Culture

3. Ministry of Public Health

4. Ministry of Urban Development and Housing

5. Ministry of Urban Development and Housing

6. Department of Customs (Ministry of Finance)

7. Administrative Office of the President (AOP)

8. Ministry of Justice

9. Ministry of Urban Development and Housing

10. Administrative Office of the President (AOP)

11. Ministry of Internal Affairs12. Ministry of Economy

13. General Directorate of Intelligence

This cross-ministerial representation ensures that every relevant department of government is engaged in supporting the Afghan Medical Complex and that no barriers will stand in the way of its development.

Presentation of the AMC Project

Following the chairman’s remarks, the AWF team was invited to present a detailed update on the progress of the Afghan Medical Complex.

Ibadullah Ibad, Project Director, delivered a comprehensive presentation that chronicled the journey of the project from its public announcement to the present day.
The presentation included documented evidence of every milestone, from land acquisition and site preparation to partnerships, MoUs, and design team selection.

It also highlighted the extensive efforts made to involve both local and international expertise, ensuring that the hospital will meet international standards while remaining accessible to Afghan patients.

Throughout the session, Ibadullah and Eng. Attaullah Shigiwal (Founder, AWF) answered the committee’s questions, clarifying technical, administrative, and financial aspects of the project.

Assurance of Government Support

At the close of the meeting, Chairman Sabir made a landmark commitment. He assured the AWF leadership that from this point forward, the hospital project would not face delays in government agencies.

“We will create a strategy so that every ministry and administrative body participates with you,” he stated, affirming that the government views the AMC as a national priority.

This assurance of inter-ministerial cooperation represents a breakthrough for the project, paving the way for smoother implementation and broader government engagement.

Why This Meeting Matters

This meeting is a turning point for AMC’s progress because:

It signals formal recognition and backing of the cancer hospital by the Islamic Emirate.

It reduces the risk of administrative or bureaucratic delays.

It creates a framework for multi-ministry collaboration, critical for a project of such scale.

It strengthens AWF’s legitimacy and credibility as the initiator of Afghanistan’s first oncology hospital.

Most importantly, it brings the project closer to its ultimate goal: ensuring that Afghan cancer patients have access to free to affordable, quality, and local treatment without the need to seek care abroad.

Conclusion

The meeting between AWF and the committee appointed by the Directorate of Ministers marks a pivotal moment in the development of the Afghan Medical Complex. With government assurance of support and collaboration across ministries, the path to establishing Afghanistan’s first standard cancer hospital is clearer and stronger than ever.

The Atta Welfare Foundation extends its gratitude to Al-Hajj Maulvi Gul Zarin Sabir and the committee members for their support and vision. Together, with government, donors, and partners, we are building not only a hospital but a symbol of hope for Afghanistan’s future.