Yemen’s crumbling roads mean an arduous quest for water for Taiz villagers

Taiz, Yemen – Hiring a minibus to the Ragem village market, 70km (45 miles) from Taiz, has become a daily challenge for commuters from outlying areas.

Drivers routinely decline trips to these rugged areas due to unpaved roads, which make them impossible to reach for any vehicle bar larger four-wheel-drive cars.

Hiring one of these costs more than triple a bus fare, forcing...