Featured Projects
Every project is a journey of insight, innovation, and transformation; explore our portfolio of stories that shape progress.
Engineering Investigation - Water
- Farah, Nimroz, AF
Aquifer Identification and Borehole Siting: A Geophysical Research Study
- Desk Study of Hydrogeological Data
- Electrical Resistivity Tomography (ERT)
- Vertical Electrical Sounding (VES)
- Borehole Site Selection
Research - Water
- Kandahar, AF
Development of a Watershed Water Security Plan in Vulnerable Areas of Kandahar
- Context and Vulnerability Assessment
- Recharge Potential and MAR Suitability Mapping
- Water Balance and Demand Analysis
- Hydrogeological and Geophysical Investigation
- MAR Design and Evaluation
- Development of Integrated Water Security Strategy
Feasibility Study
- Kabul, Logar, Nangarhar, Laghman, AF
Studying the Feasibility of Scaling Fish Farming Business in Afghanistan
An assessment of the fish farming potential in Kabul, Laghman, Logar, and Nangarhar, evaluating the feasibility of scaling fish farming as a viable solution for sustainable livelihoods.
- Conducted field visits, surveys, and comparative comparison with poultry farming.
- Delivered cost benefit model and roadmap for aquaculture expansion.
Organizational Capacity Building
- Herat and Kandahar, AF
Specialized Training on the Design of Rural Solar-Powered Water Supply Systems to International NGOs in Herat and Kandahar
- Technical training on the design of rural solar-powered water supply systms
- Training on water quality sampling, testing, and monitoring
- Water GEMS training and on-the-job coaching
Research - Water
- Farah and Nimroz, AF
Studying Water in Afghanistan’s Driest Regions
Safeguarding fragile aquifers in Nimroz and Farah through science-based hydrogeological study, and the development of sustainable groundwater management strategies.
- Field site surveys, water quality tests, and aquifer characterization.
- Proposed recharge protection, abstruction control, and irrigation efficiency measures
Community Capacity Building
- Logar, Kapisa, Kunar, AF
Women-Led Micro-Enterprises Empowered in Three Provinces
Supported 540 women entrepreneurs in Kapisa, Logar, and Kunar with tailored business training, coaching, and market-driven growth strategies.
- Delivered TOT for 14 female trainers and community workshops in 17 villages.
- Developed contextualized training packages in Dari and Pashto.
Engineering Design & Technical Feasibility Study
- Takhar, Kunduz, Samangan, Balkh, Jawzjan, AF
Transforming Lives with Clean Water in Drought‑Prone Regions
Designed 25 solar-powered water supply systems across five provinces, ensuring safe, sustainable drinking water for drought affected households.
- Multi-provincial survey and technical feasibility study.
- Design of reserviors, boreholes, tap stands, Slow Sand Filters (SSF).
Value Chain Assessment and Capacity Building
- Kabul, Kandahar, Khost, Paktika, AF
Value Chain Assessment and Capacity Building of MSMEs and Women-led Enterprises Across Four Provinces of Afghanistan
Supported 300 entrepreneurs across four provinces with tailored training, value chain mapping, and digital learning tools for sustainable growth.
- Conducted capacity and value chain assessments, delivering a 64 page report.
- Produced 48 Pashto video modules and trained 300 business owners.
Engineering Design & Assessment
- Kabul, AF
Technical Evaluation of a Solar Power Plant in Kabul
- Technical Compliance Verification
- On-Site Inspection and Data Collection
- Safety and Risk Assessment
- Recommendations and Final Reporting
Community Capacity Building
- Herat, AF
Strengthening Agricultural Skills and Market Readiness for 300 Farmers in Herat Province
Enhanced 300 farmers’ productivity and market readiness through hands-on training in farm marketing, resource use, and post harvest management.
- Training on sustainable farm management, solar and cold storage operation.
- Practical exposure via on-site visits.
Engineering Design and Assessment
- Kabul, Nangarhar, Herat, Badghis, Ghor, Daikundi, Uruzgan, Mazar, Badakhshan, AF
Designing Clean Energy Solutions for a UN Agency
Designed solar energy infrastructure for UNICEF Afghanistan’s country offices and provincial offices.
- Power audit and electrical assessment of nine offices
- Solar design and technician team's technical training
Technical Evaluation
- Nangarhar and Laghman, AF
Technical Evaluation of Cold Storage Facilities in Nangarhar and Laghman
- On-site inspection of three cold storage facilities
- Assessment of cold storage rooms, warehouses, and refrigeration systems
- Verification and assessment of power sources, water availability, nad humity systems
- Market and Catchment Analysis
- Comparative Viability Analysis
Community Capacity Building
- Herat, Farah, Badghis, Kunar, AF
Building Resilience and Sustainability in Agriculture Amid Climate Change and Crisis
Empowered 750 farmers in western Afghanistan with climate-smart agriculture training to adapt, improve yields, and strengthen food security.
- Developed Climate Smart Agriculture manual in local languages.
- Conducted FGDs, KIIS, and consultation sessions.
Community Development
- Kabul, AF
Community Kitchen Initiative in Kabul Province
Established inclusive kitchens in Guldara and Arghandi, empowering women and communities to share skills, meals, and resilience.
- Set up two community kitchens with hygiene, nutrition, and management training.
- Formed steering committees for long term sustainability and local leadership.
Research - Energy
- Kabul, Kandahar, Khost, Paktika, AF
Designing Renewable Energy Solutions to Power IDP and Returnee Communities Across Four Afghan Provinces
Designed solar based household energy packages to provide clean, affordable electricity for displaced and returnee families across four provinces.
- Conducted 323 household surveys, FGDs, and KIIs to assess energy needs.
- Designed four solar home system packages and two clean cooking solutions.
Organizational Capacity Building
- Kabul, AF
Supporting Local Afghan NGOs With Advanced Project Management and Proposal Development Skills
Equipped six civil society organizations with project cycle management and proposal writing skills to design stronger, donor ready programs.
- Interactive workshops on logframes, project management, and proposal writing.
- Provided practical tools and frameworks for accountable project delivery.
Business Development and Technical Consultancy
- Kabul, AF
Business Development and Technical Support to an International Firm
PIAL, an Australian company with a long-standing presence in Afghanistan, is being supported by Shatoot through the provision of technical consultancy services.
- Representation and Advocacy
- Technical and market data collection
- Document review and analysis
Organizational Development
- Kabul, AF
Organizational Assessment and Development of Policies for a Local NGO
- Comprehensive organizational assessment
- Consultation meetings and in-depth interviews
- Drafting and development of organizational policies
- Validation meetings and workshop
Organizational Capacity Building
- Herat and Badghis, AF
Entrepreneurship Training and Livelihood Counselling for 50 Women Participants
Delivery of entrepreneurship training and livelihood counselling to 50 selected beneficiaries in Herat and Badghis provinces.
- Practical and theoretical training in entrepreneurship and business development
- Women participants and women trainers
Organizational Capacity Building
- Kabul, AF
Empowering an International Organization Through Knowledge Sharing
Strengthened 50 staff across Afghanistan with training in leadership, project management, and technical skills for improved organizational performance.
- Five month program covering 20 professional topics.
- Delivered participatory workshops and training sessions.
Organizational Capacity Building
- Kabul, AF
English, Dari, and Technical Writing Classes for the National and International Staff of a UN Agency
- Dari classes for expatriate employees
- Basic and intermediate ESL classes for national staff
- Technical Writing classes for senior staff
- TOEFL iBT preparation classes
Organizational Capacity Building
- Kabul, AF
Building NGO Capacity for Community Engagement and Conflict Resolution
Enhanced skills of 31 frontline staff in negotiation, mobilization, and conflict resolution to strengthen inclusive community resilience.
- Conducted five day intensive training with role plays, case studies, and assessments.
- Improved technical comprehension and fostered collaboration across teams.
Engineering
- Kabul, AF
Designing Fire Fighting and Fire Alarm Systems for the Facilities of a UN Agency
- Comprehensive site assessment
- Conceptual design development
- Detailed engineering design for fire protection
- Compliance and safety standards ensurance
- Implementation roadmap development
Organizational Capacity Building
- Kabul, AF
Training on Theory of Change and Humanitarian Principles
Training for the mid-and senior-level managers of a well-known charity organization in Kabul
- More than 25 mid- and senior-level staff of the organization
- Theoretical and practical sessions