Afghanistan

Afghanistan's government is theocratic, and it is located in Southern Asia. Islam is the predominant religion. Its capital is Kabul. About 43.8 million people live there (2025).

Capital

Kabul

Population

43,844,111 (2025)

Region

Asia (Southern Asia)

Area

652,230 km²

Demonym

Afghan

Languages

Pashto, Uzbek, Turkmen

Form of Government

Theocratic

Religion

Islam (99.7%)

Currency

Afghan afghani (AFN)

GDP

$17.8B (2024)