Yemen Observer

Virtual water: impossible reality in Yemen

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 08:21:55 PST

While Yemen suffers from grave water shortages, specialists and officials keep on warning that the country’s water supply relies on limited groundwater. Only 125 cubic meters are available annually per capita, and the groundwater has been polluted and heavily overexploited for more than two decades...

Water scarcity: Yemen’s worrying reality

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 05:04:59 PST

Many areas in Yemen suffer a severe crisis in water supply for drinking, irrigating agricultural lands and other vital needs. Most Yemenis have stopped drawing water from the many wells which have recently dried up. The water crisis in Yemen makes people worried, even children, who are the ones mostly responsible for bringing water from springs and wells.

Yemeni islands: the gate to Yemen’s future

Tue, 04 Dec 2007 02:26:44 PST

Yemeni islands are the bright gate to Yemen’s future. Many distinguished features are found on these islands, but they still need more efforts and investment in order to be improved. Yahya Mohammed al-Kain’ai, General Director of the General Authority for Development and Promotion of Yemeni islands (YPDA), spoke with the Yemen Observer about the current situation and future needs of these islands.

Supply of urban water and sanitation to be decentralized

Tue, 04 Dec 2007 02:23:40 PST

The consolidation and decentralization of suppliers of urban water and sanitation was the topic of a workshop held on Monday, November 26 at the Movenpick Hotel.

Yemen must take action to secure water supply

Tue, 27 Mar 2007 18:04:00 PST

Few things are as critical to the future of Yemen as water. It’s in such short supply that it could run out in a mere 10 years. Thus, World Water Day, inaugurated by the United Nations General Assembly, is of particular importance here.

New cloth bags may save help environment

Sat, 03 Mar 2007 12:34:00 PST

Cloth bags are the best alternative to plastic bags, says Ahmed Molham. Plastic bags harm the environment and are linked to many diseases such as cancer. This was Molham’s motivation for this project.

Students mark National Environment Day by getting hands dirty

Tue, 27 Feb 2007 14:10:00 PST

The students of Amideast in Sana’a helped Yemen observe the fifth annual National Environment Day by cleaning up the massive Al-Sabaeen Park on Thursday Feb. 22.

Arctic ice melting at alarming rate

Thu, 21 Sep 2006 12:03:00 PST

Fish and other marine life accustomed to swimming the salty Arctic Ocean will soon have to adapt to fresher water or find a new home. The Arctic Ocean, the smallest of the world’s four oceans, is becoming less salty every day as a result of melting ice, say scientists. And that’s just one of the problems posed by a sudden massive increase in the disappearance of Arctic ice.

Research Station to promote enhanced agricultural seeds

Tue, 01 Aug 2006 00:17:00 PST

DHAMAR- The Regional Station for Central Highlands Researches (RSCHR) is examining the seeds of many agricultural products in order to enhance them and distribute them to farmers.

International conference on water governance in MENA region

Tue, 18 Jul 2006 22:35:00 PST

The German Government represented by InWEnt (capacity building international), the Arab Water Council and the Yemen Ministry of Water and Environment and at the support of the GTZ opened on July 15 a conference on water governance in the MENA region in Moevenpick hotel in Sana�a.

Lawmakers, environment officials gather over water problems

Tue, 04 Jul 2006 03:02:00 PST

Lawmakers and environment officials in Amran have recently gathered over the worsening water problems. New studies put the blame on indiscriminate over-exploitation.

Wadi Maitama Waters not Potable, according to a Study

Wed, 21 Jun 2006 03:07:00 PST

IBB- The waters in the wells of Wadi Maitama region, in the heart of Ibb, are too polluted to be safe for drinking according to a recent environmental study.

Conserving and Protecting Environment

Sat, 17 Jun 2006 19:45:00 PST

SANA'A - The Poverty Reduction Strategy highlighted the importance of strengthened management of natural resources, empowerment and involvement of beneficiaries, employment of the poor in environmental projects, and enhancement of the role of women and young people in preserving the environment.

Agriculture Ministry Destroys Tons of Cancerous Pesticides

Sat, 17 Jun 2006 19:43:00 PST

SANA�A- The Ministry of Agriculture has destroyed as many as 262 tons of pesticides, a pileup of substances smuggled over the last 10 years into Yemen.

Yemen�s Environmental Conservation

Sat, 17 Jun 2006 02:01:00 PST

Environmental problems are various and are accentuated by economic growth, population increase, urbanization, etc. Sustainable development requires a balance between achieving economic development and the conservation of natural resources and protection of the environment.

Agricultural Production Increases to YR 456 in 2006, Report

Tue, 13 Jun 2006 19:54:00 PST

SANA�A- An official report expected an increase in production of the agricultural sector up to YR 456 billion in 2006 compared to about YR 404 billion in 2005.

Cleanup in Hammam Damt for World Environment Day

Mon, 29 May 2006 01:21:00 PST

SANA�A � A cleanup campaign is to take place at the popular tourist attraction and spa of Hammam Damt in Al-Dale�a governorate.

Ministry of Water signs Three Agreements with World Bank

Tue, 16 May 2006 20:23:00 PST

SANA�A- Three water agreements have been signed by the Local Water Corporation and the World Bank for drilling ten water wells 900 meters deep.

Twenty Egyptian Fishermen Deported

Sat, 13 May 2006 21:00:00 PST

SANA�A-Yemen�s authorities have deported around 20 Egyptian fishermen last week, who were caught fishing illegally in Yemen�s territorial waters in the Red Sea.

Four New Canning factories for Agricultural Products

Mon, 01 May 2006 00:59:00 PST

SANA'A- Four canning factories for agricultural products in Tahama, Dhamar, Lahaj and Marib are to be set up as part of the Cooperative Agricultural Union's (CAU) investment projects for this year.

Environment Laboratory Opened in Aden

Sun, 30 Apr 2006 01:07:00 PST

ADEN �A new environmental awareness centre and laboratory in Aden have been opened by Abdul-Rahman al-Eryani,the Minister of Water and Environment, and the Aden Governor.

Sea Level Rise would Threaten Yemeni Islands, EPA Warns

Mon, 24 Apr 2006 02:15:00 PST

SANA'A- Yemen�s low lying islands and coastal areas could be submerged if climate changes causes a rise in sea level, the President of the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) Mahmoud Shdeiwa has warned.

Agriculture Ministry and USAID Bird Flu Preparations

Sun, 23 Apr 2006 19:22:00 PST

SANA'A � Plans to prevent any outbreak of bird flu have been discussed in talks between the Minister of Agriculture & Irrigation Jalal Faqirah, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) office in Sana'a and an international expert in bird flu, Newal Meranda.

Yemen�s Wild Areas Responsibility of All, EPA

Sat, 22 Apr 2006 19:58:00 PST

SANA'A- The responsibility of protecting the nature conservancies must be shared by all individuals and national agencies, according to the President of the Environment Protection Authority, Eng. Mahmoud Shdeiwa.

Yemen, IRY sign agreement over water project

Sat, 15 Apr 2006 20:25:00 PST

SANA'A -The Islamic Relief-Yemen are funding a US$308,636water project in Al-Salow region of Taiz, following a deal signed on Thursday with Yemeni officials.