Contract Signing with TAHPI Marks a Major Step Toward Afghanistan’s First Oncology Hospital
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The Atta Welfare Foundation (AWF) proudly announces the signing of a formal consultancy agreement with TAHPI, a world-renowned healthcare planning and design consultancy, for the Afghan Medical Complex (AMC) project. The signing ceremony was held at the Afghan Consulate in Dubai, and was officially witnessed by Mr. Ahmad Bilal (Council) and Mr. Mohammadi (Deputy Council).
This signing represents a defining milestone in the Foundation’s mission to build Afghanistan’s first dedicated multi-oncology hospital — one that will provide free to affordable, quality, and local treatment to Afghan patients who would otherwise need to travel abroad for care.
About the Contract Signing
The signing took place in a dignified and collaborative atmosphere at the Afghan Consulate in Dubai, symbolising unity between national and international partners working toward Afghanistan’s healthcare advancement.
Representatives from AWF, TAHPI, and the Consulate attended the ceremony. The event was not merely a contract execution but a reaffirmation of AWF’s vision — to deliver a healthcare model built on technical excellence, compassion, and sustainability.
Mr. Ahmad Bilal (Trade Attaché) and Mr. Mohammadi (Deputy Council) graciously signed as witnesses, expressing their support for the Foundation’s vision and the importance of this milestone for the Afghan community both at home and abroad.
About TAHPI’s Role
Under this consultancy agreement, TAHPI will serve as the Vetting and Technical Review Consultant for the Afghan Medical Complex. Their scope of work includes:
Technical Vetting and Design Review: Assessing all architectural and engineering documents to ensure alignment with Afghan and international hospital standards.
Medical Equipment Planning: Providing detailed planning and technical coordination for medical and diagnostic equipment.
Oncology-Specific Expertise: Offering specialised input for radiotherapy units, LINAC bunkers, and medical gas and HVAC systems tailored to cancer care.
Design Validation and Quality Assurance: Ensuring the hospital meets safety, functionality, and infection-control requirements.
Knowledge Transfer: Assisting in capacity-building through technical training and collaborative sessions for AMC’s local design and engineering teams.
Why This Partnership Matters
This contract signing ensures that AMC will be developed on a foundation of global design standards and technical accountability. TAHPI’s inclusion strengthens several key dimensions of the project:
International Credibility: Partnering with a world-class healthcare planner reinforces AMC’s reputation and donor confidence.
Quality Assurance: Rigorous technical review prevents costly design errors and enhances safety.
Capacity Building: AMC’s Afghan team gains exposure to international design systems, building local expertise for the future.
Strategic Cooperation: The Afghan Consulate’s witnessing of this signing demonstrates government-level trust and endorsement of the project.
Leadership Reflections
Speaking at the signing, Eng. Attaullah Shigiwal, Founder and Chairman of AWF, reaffirmed the Foundation’s commitment to creating a healthcare institution that will set a new national benchmark:
“This signing brings us one step closer to fulfilling our promise to the Afghan people — to build a cancer hospital that offers world-class treatment, made possible locally and affordably.”
Ibadullah Ebad, Project Director of AMC, expressed his appreciation to the Afghan Consulate for its continued support and for witnessing this important milestone:
“Having the Consulate’s presence today reinforces that AMC is not just a project — it is a national cause supported by Afghans everywhere.”
Looking Ahead
With the agreement now in effect, TAHPI and the AMC team will begin coordinated technical review sessions, ensuring all design documents meet functional and safety standards.
This collaboration strengthens the design and planning framework of Afghanistan’s first oncology hospital, built to international standards and tailored to the local context. The next phase will involve schematic design approvals and preparation for construction documentation.
Conclusion
The contract signing between Atta Welfare Foundation and TAHPI, witnessed by the Afghan Consulate in Dubai, marks a historic milestone in Afghanistan’s healthcare development.
It is more than an agreement — it is a partnership grounded in shared vision, technical excellence, and humanitarian purpose. Together, AWF, TAHPI, and their partners are working toward a future where every Afghan cancer patient can access free to affordable treatment within their own country.