Eleven Yemeni governorates have received 58 development projects and initiatives focused on enhancing the educational landscape. These locations include Taiz, Aden, Socotra, Al Mahra, Marib, Hadhramout, Hajjah, Lahij, Abyan, Shabwah, and Al Dhale.
According to SPA, the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) is implementing these efforts to contribute to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 4 regarding inclusive and equitable quality education.
At the University of Aden, the program equipped 28 laboratories in the Faculty of Pharmacy, specifically targeting biotechnology, chemistry, and pharmacology to support scientific research and training in medical sciences. Additionally, SDRPY is establishing and equipping faculties of nursing, pharmacy, and medicine at Taiz University to support the healthcare sector.
Infrastructure developments also include the University of the Saba Region, where a new educational building was established. This facility contains administrative offices and 16 classrooms to increase educational opportunities.
Which Yemeni governorates have benefited from SDRPY education projects? SDRPY has launched 58 development projects and initiatives across 11 different governorates. These specific areas include Aden, Taiz, Socotra, Al Mahra, Marib, Hadhramout, Hajjah, Lahij, Abyan, Shabwah, and Al Dhale to foster comprehensive education.
What specific improvements were made to the University of Aden? The program focused on the Faculty of Pharmacy at the University of Aden by equipping 28 laboratories. These facilities specialize in chemistry, biotechnology, and pharmacology to improve training, education, and scientific research within the medical sciences.
How is SDRPY supporting higher education infrastructure in Taiz and the Saba Region? In Taiz, SDRPY is equipping and establishing faculties of nursing, pharmacy, and medicine at Taiz University. For the University of the Saba Region, the program developed a new educational building that features 16 classrooms and administrative offices.