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Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Mar 11, 2026

Eritrea: Encouragement to exemplary female farmers

The beneficiary farmers, on their part, commending the distribution of chickens at fair prices, expressed readiness to work hard and develop their backyard poultry farming

The National Union of Eritrean Women branch in the Central Region has provided basic agricultural materials to 7 exemplary female farmers. Ms. Alem Belai, head of the union branch, noted that the program aimed at encouraging exemplary female farmers has been organized from time to time and that the current…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Mar 11, 2026

Eritrea: Auditor General holds consultative meeting with partner institutions

The discussion aimed at improving the management of financial transactions, the preparation of financial statements, and strengthening property and asset management practices across public sector entities

The Office of the Auditor General held a tripartite consultative meeting with representatives of Government institutions and the Ministry of Finance and National Development to discuss key audit findings and enhance coordination in public financial management. The meeting brought together senior officials from various audit client institutions and the Ministry…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Mar 10, 2026

Eritrea: ‘Nakfa’ Secondary School encourages outstanding students

The objective of the program was to create a positive influence on fellow students to work hard in their education and become competitive

‘Nakfa’ Secondary School in Adi-Tekelezan has encouraged 10 outstanding students who scored high marks in the National School Leaving Examination. The outstanding students are members of the 37th round of national service. Mr. Woldeyesus Foto, director of the school, said that the awardees were students who scored a GPA of…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Mar 10, 2026

Eritrea: International Women’s Day commemoration in Southern Region

At the event, representatives of national organizations delivered messages of solidarity

International Women’s Day, 8 March, has been colorfully commemorated at Mai-Dima in the Areza sub-zone at the Southern Region level under the theme “Our Values – Our Shield,” featuring various cultural programs depicting the heroic feats of Eritrean women. Ms. Senait Afwerki, head of the National Union of Eritrean Women…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Mar 07, 2026

Eritrea: Ministry of Agriculture celebrates International Women’s Day

The event featured cultural and artistic programs, as well as the handing over of certificates of recognition to veteran women members of the Ministry who served with commitment

Members of the National Union of Eritrean Women branch at the Ministry of Agriculture celebrated International Women’s Day, 8 March, under the theme “Our Values – Our Shield” on 5 March. The event was attended by Mr. Arefaine Berhe, Minister of Agriculture; Ms. Tekea Tesfamicael, President of the National Union…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Mar 07, 2026

Eritrea: International Women’s Day celebration in Gash Barka Region

The events in both regions featured cultural and artistic programs depicting the day

International Women’s Day, 8 March, was celebrated at the regional level in the Gash Barka and Anseba Regions under the theme “Our Values – Our Shield.” At the celebratory event conducted in Mogolo at the Gash Barka Region level, Ms. Yihdega Yohannes, head of the National Union of Eritrean Women…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Mar 06, 2026

Eritrea : Various activities by Diaspora nationals

At the event conducted in Dammam and its environs, certificates of recognition were provided to 73 members who made monetary contributions for the production of a film and a book depicting the history of Eritrean women

Nationals in Switzerland, Germany and Saudi Arabia have conducted various activities aimed at strengthening organizational capacity as well as participation in the national development programs. Accordingly, Mr. Habtom Zeray, Charge d’Affaires at the Eritrean Embassy in Switzerland and Eritrea’s Permanent Representative to UN offices and other international organizations in Geneva,…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Feb 28, 2026

Eritrea: Training on Geographic Information System in Asmara

The theoretical and practical training was a continuation of similar training provided in 2025, with the main objective of enhancing evidence-based management, planning, decision-making, and policy formulation

The Ministry of Land, Water and Environment, in collaboration with the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, provided training to 25 experts on Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing. The trainees were drawn from the Ministries of Land, Water and Environment; Finance and National Development; Mining and Energy; Marine…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Feb 27, 2026

Eritrea: Material Support in Connection with International Women’s Day

Ms. Liya Bereketeab, administrator of Akria sub-zone, commended the initiative taken by the union members and called for active participation in the eradication of harmful practices

Members of the National Union of Eritrean Women in the Akria sub-zone of the Central Region have extended material support to fistula patients undergoing treatment at the Mendefera Referral Hospital Fistula Center. The support included sanitation materials and other consumer goods. Ms. Tsega Solomon, head of the union branch, said…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Feb 27, 2026

Eritrea: Contribution of Tinsheai Health Station

Nurse Amanuel also commended the support extended by the local community toward the development of the health station

The basic health care services provided by the Tinsheai health station are significantly contributing to easing the burden on the Mensura health center. Nurse Amanuel Tewolde, head of the Tinsheai health station, said that the facility provides first aid services, maternal health care, vaccination and child health services, delivery services,…