Houthis impose 50% increase in illegal taxes

Premier and Foreign Minister Praises Saudi Arabia’s Fraternal Role in Supporting Yemen and Its People

Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Shaya Zindani praised the sincere fraternal role of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, its leadership, government, and people, in supporting Yemen during the current exceptional circumstances, whether on the humanitarian, development, or economic levels.

Arab League Calls for Confronting Rising Anti-Muslim Hate

The Arab League on Sunday called for intensified international efforts to confront the growing phenomenon of hate speech and discrimination against Muslims in order to prevent deeper divisions among religions and cultures.

Oil price tops $100 a barrel

Oil prices jumped above $100 per barrel today, Monday, as the U.S. Navy prepares to take control of ship movements in the Strait of Hormuz.

Inter Milan a win away from Serie A title

Inter Milan continued its successful march to reclaim the Italian football league title, despite drawing with its host Torino (2-2), in the conclusion of the 34th round of the competition.

Last Update: ، 2026/04/30 Time 08:58:06
Latest News:

Yemen, UK Discuss Women’s Empowerment and Support Programs

Yemen: Houthi Attacks in Bab al-Mandab Part of Iran’s Maritime Strategy

Yemen’s Ambassador Discusses Bilateral Cooperation with Jordanian Official

Yemeni Delegation Explores Ethiopia’s Coffee Cultivation Experience

Yemen, EU Discuss Boosting Bilateral Ties

Houthis impose 50% increase in illegal taxes

[29/12/2020 02:47]

SANA'A - SABA
The Houthi militia have imposed a 50% in the militia's illegal taxes on the population under their control.

Informed sources told Saba the militia "have imposed 50% additional fees on students in schools and patients in healthcare centers under the pretext of affording salaries for the teachers and medical staff."

A school teacher in Sana'a who identifies himself only as A.M said, "The militia oblige all public schools to levy fees from students under various pretexts every now and then."

He said this practice "is leading to the dropout of many students." "Education is supposed to be free for all Yemenis, but imposing these fees had made many householders to stop educating their daughters and under the financial strain choose to teach only their boys."

The taxes which the militia use to raise war funds have become an unbearable burden for many families especially at a time when public employees are not receiving their salaries since September 2016.