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Afghans struggle to cope with high price of daily essentials

Afghans struggle to cope with high price of daily essentials

Kabul, Oct 27 (UNI) Faced with drought, economic collapse and near political isolation, Afghans are now struggling to afford basic goods in the face of an unprecedented rise in prices.
People are concerned about the high rise in the prices of primary items in the market, and say they are highly concerned about providing food for their families.
Residents have told Tolo News that the economic downturn and the high prices are worrying them, more so with winter approaching. “Domestic production is not enough, the prices are high because the goods are imported,” said Abdul Maroof, a shopkeeper.

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