August 20
Eritrea: Greening Campaign in Dekemhare Sub-Zone
Mendefera, 20 August 2025 - Coordinators of the students' summer work program in Dekemhare sub-zone reported that over 115,000 tree seedlings have been planted through the… Read more »
August 21
Eritrea: Understanding Eritrea's Distinctive Development Vision
Eritrea's development story is too often told through the narrow lens of global benchmarks such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Millennium Development Goals… Read more »
August 19
Eritrea: Seminar Focusing On Cultural Heritage and Identity
Asmara, 19 August 2025 - The Commission of Culture and Sports organized a seminar on cultural heritage and identity for over 150 members of traditional dance and music groups from… Read more »
August 18
Eritrea: Festival Eritrea 2025 - a Celebration of Eritrea's Cinematography
Festival Eritrea 2025 is an event of vibrant celebrations of the nation's diverse cultural and artistic heritage. The festival brings together the unique characteristics and shared… Read more »
August 12
Eritrea: Eritrea's Statement During the Public Opening Meeting of the 33rd Session of the Committee On the Rights of Persons With Disabilities 11 August, 2025
Madam Chair, Distinguished Members of the Committee, Read more »
August 07
Eritrea: Commitment to Strengthen Participation in National Development Drives
Asmara, 07 August 2025 - During seminars conducted by Eritrean communities in Riyadh and its environs, Saudi Arabia, and Cairo, Egypt, participants expressed their readiness and… Read more »
August 05
Eritrea: Preparation for National Festival 2025 Finalized
Asmara, 05 August 2025 - Ambassador Zemede Tekle, Commissioner of Culture and Sports, indicated that preparations for the National Festival 2025 have been finalized. The festival… Read more »
July 28
Eritrea: Eritrean Community Festival in Scandinavian Countries Concludes
Asmara, 28 July 2025 - The 27th annual Eritrean Community Festival in the Scandinavian countries, held from 24 July in Stockholm, concluded with a vibrant expression of national… Read more »
July 23
Africa: A New World Order Coming and Africa Needs to Part of It, Says Eritrea President Afwerki
Providing key insights into current affairs, President Isaias Afwerki sat down with national media outlets on July 19, 2025. The wide-ranging first part interview delved into… Read more »
July 16
Eritrea: Water Reservoirs in Central Region in Good Condition
Asmara, 16 July 2025 - Eng. Abraham Daniel, head of Agricultural Infrastructure in the Central Region, reported that the dams and micro-dams in the region are in good condition. Read more »
Eritrea: Ambassador Mohammed-Omar Mahmud Passes Away
Asmara, 16 July 2025 - Veteran freedom fighter and member of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Mohammed-Omar Mahmud, passed away on 14 July in Asmara at the age of 71. Read more »
Eritrea: Dancing Through Time - the Cultural Legacy of the Afardancing Afar
Before the invention of writing, communities across the world preserved their histories through oral traditions, music, and dance -- languages used by people to communicate with… Read more »
July 15
Eritrea: Eritrean Community Festival in UK
The 2025 Eritrean Community Festival in the United Kingdom was colorfully conducted on 12 and 13 July in London under the theme "Our Cohesion - Our Armour." Read more »
July 10
Eritrea: Beyond the Resource Curse - Eritrea's Holistic Approach to Development
In recent years, Eritrea's mining and energy sector has garnered considerable attention. However, much like broader international coverage of the country, mainstream narratives… Read more »
July 08
Eritrea: Extensive Water and Soil Conservation Program
Extensive water and soil conservation activities are being carried out with strong public participation in the Molqui sub-zone. Read more »
Eritrea: Asmara Music School Graduates 9 Students
Asmara, 08 July 2025 - In its 26th commencement held on 6 July, the Asmara Music School graduated nine students who completed a three-year certificate program. Read more »
July 02
Eritrea: Sign Language Training in Asmara
Sign language training programs lasting from three to six months have been provided to 12 teachers and 55 students of Denden High School in Asmara. Read more »
June 25
Eritrea: 'Striving At Home' - a Powerful Memoir of Eritrean Identity and Resilience
Recently, a compelling, over 500-page book titled 'Striving at Home' by Tekle Weldeslasie was launched at Keren Hotel. Written in English, the book draws heavily from the author's… Read more »
June 19
Eritrea: Commemoration of World Drought and Desertification Day
World Drought and Desertification Day was commemorated at the national level at Embasoira Hotel, Asmara, on 17 June under the theme "Restore the Land - Unlock the Opportunity." The… Read more »
June 15
Eritrea: Workshop On Reducing Environmental Pollution
Barentu, 15 June 2025 - A workshop aimed at addressing health problems affecting humans and livestock, as well as environmental pollution caused by unsafe waste management and… Read more »
June 12
Eritrea: Eye Surgery in Southern Red Sea Region
Assab, 12 June 2025 - Eye surgery was successfully conducted on over 200 patients at Assab Hospital in the Southern Red Sea Region from 4 to 10 June. The program was conducted in… Read more »
June 10
Eritrea: Vocational Training Provided to Members of the Defense Forces
A three-month vocational training program has been provided to 163 members of the Central Command of the Eritrean Defense Forces, including 31 females, in Keren. Read more »
Eritrea: Eighth Grade National Examination to Begin
The eighth-grade national examination for the 2024/2025 academic year is scheduled to take place from 11 to 13 June at the national level, as well as in Riyadh and Jeddah… Read more »
June 05
Eritrea: Efforts to Develop Tourism Activities
Keren, 05 June 2025 - Mr. Saleh Ali, Director General of Tourism in the Anseba Region, reported that strong efforts are being made to develop the tourism sector in the region. Read more »
Eritrea: Eritrean Nationals Celebrate Independence Day Anniversary
Eritrean nationals in Saudi Arabia, Great Britain, Germany, Australia, and New Zealand have colorfully celebrated the 34th Independence Day anniversary under the theme "Our… Read more »
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