This report provides the first analysis of jobs created or sustained in Afghanistan through local procurement. Creating jobs in crisis and post-crisis countries is fundamental to reducing poverty and rebuilding fragile economies. It is also considered crucial for stability and undermining the appeal of violent extremists.

Results presented in this report are based on a survey undertaken with Kabul businesses that won international contracts with the help of Peace Dividend Trust's Peace Dividend Marketplace Afghanistan. Based on the survey results, it is estimated that from 2006 until the end of March 2011, approximately 118,000 jobs were created or sustained through Marketplace activities.

The purpose of this research is to understand and demonstrate how local procurement can set in motion the employment and investment required to achieve a sustainable economy.

Employment Before Winning Contracts

PDT gratefully acknowledges the support of the