Yemen: Chaos, War and Higher Education
As the country’s conflict drags on, university buildings have been bombed, professors have lost their salaries and university students find their lectures empty.
Yemen’s Largest University Is Shut Down
Sana’a University has been riddled by student protests, threats of violence, and students’ complaints that they can’t afford the university fees. Administrators say they are trying to bring stability to the chaos.
Conference on Aid to Yemen Highlights Support for Education
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates pledged to increase their humanitarian aid, including money for teachers’ pay. It’s unclear, though, how the aid will be delivered.
War Worsens Plight of Disabled Students in Yemen
New hardships and cuts in financial support have ended studies for some. The war “has killed our future,” one student said.
Yemen’s War Reaches Into Public-University Classrooms
In territory held by the Iranian-supported rebels, the conflict has resulted in professors and classes that reflect the Houthi views.
Yemen’s Students Idled by Saudi Air Attacks
The Saudi-led operation in Yemen has shut down schools and universities and left some of them in ruins.
Violence in Yemen Blocks Universities From Opening
After heavy fighting between soldiers and rebels in Yemen’s capital, the new school year has been stopped from even starting.
Covid-19’s Second Wave Leaves Plans for Resuming On-Campus Studies in Doubt
The current academic year is not going according to plan in many Arab countries due to a surge in the number of Covid-19 infections and deteriorating economic conditions in some.
Why Yemen Needs More Support for Higher Education
Building a knowledge-based society will be crucial to Yemen’s recovery after the war, a Yemeni professor says. He calls on wealthier countries to support that effort.
New Research Could Help Combat Cholera in Yemen
Researchers have identified the genetic makeup of the bacteria causing Yemen’s cholera epidemics. The new research could improve treatment, if the right antibiotics could reach the people who need them.
