A 71-year-old man in Firozkoh, the center of Ghor province, along with his two sons, produces tools needed by the community from used and discarded wood. He sells these tools at a low price, making a living for his family.
The elderly carpenter told Amu media that he started his work years ago by only making stands (rehals) for the Holy Quran. However, over time and with increasing demand, people now come to his small carpentry shop for various wooden tools, from kitchen utensils to agricultural implements.
He explains that using recycled wood not only reduces production costs but also contributes to a cleaner environment. This initiative has gained significant attention in a region where access to new raw materials is difficult and expensive. Many residents of Firozkoh prefer to buy the local products from this carpenter instead of expensive imported tools.
His sons, who have learned the trade from their father, work alongside him and hope to expand the family business in the future. They say that this work is not only their source of income but also gives them a sense of usefulness and service to their community.
This story is an example of creativity and self-sufficiency in Afghanistan's difficult economic conditions. While many people struggle with unemployment and poverty, this family in Ghor has found a way to provide for themselves and help their fellow citizens by using available resources and their skills.
The work of this 71-year-old carpenter and his sons demonstrates how positive changes can be made in a community with initiative and perseverance, even with limited means. Their activity could inspire others across Afghanistan to find new opportunities for work and life by looking at their surrounding resources in a new way.
Source: Amu
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