YemenDespite Yemen‘s challenging economic and living conditions, Yemenis uphold the tradition of gifting Asb during the days of Eid. Asb refers to the money or valuable gifts given to women and children by male family members as a symbol of congratulations and blessings during reciprocal visits. Khaled Ziyad, a resident of Sana’a, explains, “Asb brings joy to the hearts of children and women. What matters more than the value of Asb itself is family members gathering and exchanging visits and greetings.”For many Yemeni women, Eid al-Adha is a highly anticipated occasion as they benefit from the money they receive from visitors throughout the holiday. Somaya Ali, a resident of Ibb, shares her experience in this regard, saying, “I have three brothers, and their financial situation used to be better than it is now.

Source: The North Africa Journal June 27, 2023 10:37 UTC