AlMukha

Al-Mukha, also spelled Al-Mocha or Mokha, is a coastal port town in western Yemen. It is the capital of Al-Mukha District in Taiz Governorate. The town sits on the Red Sea coast near the Bab al-Mandab strait, southwest of Taiz city, and has traditionally served as a fishing and trading hub for the region.

Historically, Al-Mukha has been linked to the international coffee trade. Mocha coffee, named after the port, became a common export to the Ottoman Empire and Europe in the early modern period, contributing to the town's global association with coffee and trade routes along the Red Sea.

In the modern era, Al-Mukha is part of Yemen's administrative framework within Taiz Governorate. The area has been affected by the Yemeni Civil War since 2014–2015, with disruptions to port operations, infrastructure, and civilian life. As a coastal settlement, the town remains strategically located for maritime movement and aid delivery along the Red Sea.

The local economy centers on fishing, maritime services, and small-scale commerce. The population consists primarily of Yemeni Arabs from local tribes and communities; like many places in western Yemen, it has faced displacement and humanitarian needs amid ongoing conflict. Access is largely by road and small-scale harbor traffic, with broader regional logistics dependent on wider security conditions.