Summary
Somali refugees live in poverty in the al-Basateen district of Aden, Yemen. Many depend on unstable, low-paying jobs and face challenges due to uncertain legal status and a lack of basic services.
Key Facts
- Al-Basateen district in Aden, Yemen, is home to over 40,000 people, mostly of Somali origin.
- Many Somali families moved to Yemen in the 1990s due to civil war in Somalia.
- Refugees face unstable living conditions, with many relying on day-to-day jobs for survival.
- Common jobs include construction work, car washing, and selling traditional foods.
- Families often live in small, poorly constructed homes without basic services.
- Children frequently work, collecting materials like plastic to sell and support their families.
- Residents struggle with a sense of belonging, as they often lack Yemeni identity but have limited ties to Somalia.
