Somali workers, driven by necessity, dominate Yemen's frankincense trade, a sector abandoned by many Yemenis due to harsh conditions and lack of infrastructure. Despite its historical significance, the trade faces challenges from unsustainable harvesting practices and environmental pressures, threatening the survival of frankincense trees. The lack of government intervention exacerbates the risk of extinction, highlighting the need for urgent conservation efforts.

Yemen's oil resources are being systematically stolen by organized gangs, exploiting the country's ongoing conflict and lack of central authority. The Safer oil pipeline, a crucial economic asset, has been heavily targeted, with significant quantities of oil siphoned off and sold on the black market. Both the Yemeni government and the Houthis are implicated in the negligence and corruption that allow this theft to continue. Efforts to build a new pipeline to the Arabian Sea are underway, but the current situation remains dire, with millions of dollars in oil revenue lost annually.

Displaced women in Yemen, particularly in Marib, face severe psychological and social challenges due to repeated miscarriages and inadequate healthcare. Aida Mohammed, a displaced woman, shares her traumatic experiences of losing pregnancies due to poor living conditions and lack of medical support. Healthcare professionals highlight the dire need for mental health services, as many women suffer from anxiety and depression. Reports indicate that a significant percentage of pregnant displaced women lack access to healthcare, exacerbating their vulnerability. The article calls for urgent humanitarian interventions, including mobile clinics offering psychological support.