About IDLG

Independent Directorate of Local Governance IDLG is an independent branch of the local structures, established through Presidential Decree No. 1047 of 30 August 2007.

Services

IDLG has the mandate to lead and coordinate Afghanistan’s new sub-national governance. It is providing support to provincial administrations, building provincial and district capacity, enforcing laws and regulations, improving service delivery.

Independent Directorate of Local Governance IDLG is enhancing the accountability and transparency of the local governments in local levels through strong and capable sub-national government administrations in 34 provinces, 374 formal and informal districts and 153 municipalities.