Yemen faces one of the world’s largest humanitarian crises, with more than half of the country’s 34.4 million people in need of humanitarian assistance. The 10 year-long crisis has shown no sign of abating, with families now facing yet another Ramadan worrying about finding food.

Millions of families struggle with the financial strain a decade of conflict has inflicted on them.

Hadah is a single mother who finds it difficult to support her 5 children.

“I depend solely on the generosity of others and humanitarian aid to get by. My oldest son, Ahmed, has taken on a job to support us and provide for us basic needs.” The 41-year-old says.

“Due to the ongoing food shortages, my children have been struggling with recurring illness. The constant lack of nutritious food has taken a toll on their health, and I worry about their well-being.”

‘A profound impact’

Hadah’s children are among the more than 8,300 orphans who are enrolled in Islamic Relief’s Orphan Sponsorship Programme in Yemen, and also benefitted from the Ramadan food distribution support project.

“The food pack provided by Islamic Relief has had a profound impact on my community during Ramadan. It has brought a sense of relief and gratitude to many families who are struggling to make ends meet.”

Islamic Relief delivered packages containing food items and food vouchers to more than 81,000 thousand people in Yemen in 2024. The vouchers enable families to obtain what they need from local shops.

Hadah received food parcels from Islamic Relief enabling her to prepare both suhoor and iftar for her family, something she is very thankful for during this difficult time.

“I truly thank Islamic Relief from the bottom of my heart and soul,” Hadah says.

“They have lifted a significant burden off me, alleviating all my anxiety and worries. I pray for their safety, protection, and continued success”.

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