The document is an amendment from USAID regarding the Annual Program Statement (APS) for the Advancing Higher Education for Afghanistan's Development (AHEAD) initiative, reflecting updates issued on December 22, 2019. The amendment serves three main purposes: correcting a typographical error regarding the closing date, revising eligibility criteria, and providing responses to questions from prospective applicants. Key updates include the change of the closing date to an indefinite period until sufficient awards are made, and the revised eligibility criteria mandate partnerships between at least one U.S. and one Afghan higher education institution (HEI). It clarifies that partnerships can involve non-HEI entities and that organizations from other countries, such as India, can participate. Furthermore, the amendment indicates that the program is focused solely on higher education institutions, with a 10% cost share requirement for budget submissions. The document's structure includes an introductory letter, detailed amendments, and a Q&A section that specifies eligibility and program focus. Overall, this amendment highlights the importance of collaborations between U.S. and Afghan HEIs to enhance higher education in Afghanistan, aligning activities with local needs and national strategic goals.