The Social and Economic Conditions of the Islands Socotra and Kamaran A Field Study

Abstract

This paper sought to investigate the economic and social circumstances of the populace residing in the two islands(Socotra and Kamaran). Employing a descriptive-analytical methodology, the study utilized various data collection tools such as individual and group interviews, as well as questionnaires. A purposive sampling technique was employed, comprising local community members hailing from the islands of Socotra and Kamaran, encompassing a total of 1005 respondents spanning the period from 1990 to 2013. Additionally, participants included representatives from civil society organizations, business entities, local authorities, and local councils.

The study unveiled several key findings, notably highlighting the prevailing neglect and evident deficiencies experienced by both islands, with Kamaran Island facing particularly pronounced challenges. It underscored a pervasive lack of focus on Yemeni islands, specifically Socotra and Kamaran.

In light of the study's outcomes, recommendations were put forth, emphasizing the imperative nature of prioritizing education, especially among women. Furthermore, suggestions were made to channel national resources towards diversified investments to mitigate unemployment in these two islands and to enact legislative measures aimed at safeguarding the seas against various forms of piracy.