Source: International Organization for Migration

In a significant development for Yemen’s Al Makha City, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) has successfully completed a vital water supply project aimed at providing clean water to over 120,000 individuals. This includes both local residents and internally displaced persons, marking a major improvement in the region’s living conditions amidst ongoing crises.

The project, which has been in the works since recognized as a priority in 2022, addresses the severe shortage of fresh water in the area, where locals previously depended on saline sources posing health threats. The newly installed system features 7.5 kilometers of pipeline connecting the city to a dependable freshwater source, alongside inspection rooms, borehole monitoring devices, and an automatic chlorine dosing system to maintain water safety.

Matt Huber, IOM’s Acting Chief of Mission in Yemen, emphasized the project’s importance, stating it not only delivers water but also restores dignity and enhances community resilience. The initiative includes training for the Local Water and Sanitation Corporation and community hygiene promoters to ensure sustainable management and usage of the water resources.

This project not only alleviates immediate needs but sets a precedent for future sustainable interventions in Yemen, with IOM having already benefited nearly half a million people through similar projects over the past four years.