Yemen has emerged as the third most affected country in the world by cholera, according to recent humanitarian reports, with more than 332,000 suspected cases and over 1,070 related deaths recorded between March 2024 and August 2025. 

The alarming figures reflect the scale of the public health emergency gripping the war-torn nation, where deteriorating infrastructure and limited access to clean water have fueled the spread of the disease.

The outbreak is concentrated in densely populated areas such as Taiz, where contaminated water sources, poor drainage systems, and collapsing sanitation networks have created ideal conditions for cholera transmission. 

Aid agencies warn that the situation could worsen during the current rainy season, as flooding increases the risk of waterborne infections.

Human rights monitors and health experts have placed responsibility on local authorities and warring parties for failing to maintain essential public services. 

The Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor emphasized that obstruction of medical teams, delays in aid delivery, and neglect of water infrastructure have directly contributed to the crisis.

Despite repeated calls for international support, humanitarian operations remain underfunded and restricted by bureaucratic hurdles. 

The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged all stakeholders to facilitate relief efforts and prioritize emergency health interventions to prevent further loss of life.

Yemen’s cholera crisis adds to a long list of humanitarian challenges facing the country, including widespread malnutrition, displacement, and economic collapse. With millions at risk, aid groups stress that urgent action is needed to contain the outbreak and restore access to safe water and healthcare.