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In Yemen, water is scarce. Before the current conflict, Yemen was considered one of the world’s most severely water-stressed countries. This situation has worsened. Less than half of the population has access to a clean water source, with severe effects on people’s health, agriculture, and livelihoods. For many communities in Yemen, drinking unsafe water is the only choice, as safe drinking water is inaccessible and unaffordable.

In order to provide for their families, many Afghan mothers are confronted with daily challenges.

Medair’s former Communications Officer shares her memories of Afghanistan.

We’re been working in Jordan since 2012. We’re not going anywhere yet.

In a mountainous region of Yemen, water weakens bones. It deforms. It causes life-changing health concerns and financial burdens. It is one more tragedy for the Yemeni people who have already been through the unfathomable.

How do you fight the spread of COVID-19 in the world’s largest refugee camp?

In Kutupalong Camp, permanent structures are not authorised. Refugees live in temporary shelters made of bamboo and tarpaulins. Our teams distributes items that aim to improve living conditions: ‘‘These kits provide more durable and sustainable solutions for families’’, says Khaled Nishan, Medair Project Officer. ‘‘This is especially important to protect homes from the monsoon season and other harsh weather conditions in southern Bangladesh.’’

How people in Honduras are surviving the impact of back-to-back hurricanes. Honduras was hit by back-to-back major hurricanes, Iota and Eta, in November 2020. The high winds and heavy rains compounded an already fragile humanitarian situation.

You could see the smoke for miles.