Mai Nefhi College of Science has conferred BSc. Degrees to 300 Graduates - 49% of whom are female - in its 19th Commencement today.
First Degree courses include; Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, and Statistics.
Graduation Ceremony of 38th Round of National Service held in Sawa this morning featuring variety of shows by graduating class. In his keynote speech, President Isaias Afwerki underlined imperative for all Graduates to pursue their academic studies through innovative initiatives.
#FestivalSeason: Annual Festival of the Eritrean Community in Switzerland held in Lausanne from 4-5 July this weekend.
Vibrant activities and programmes included: Pavilion showcasing cultural attributes and development progress in Eritrea's six Zobas; cultural shows; children's programmes and seminars on current issues.
ንመሬቱ ረዚን ዋጋ ዝኸፈለ
The men and women that given their lives for our freedom we always remember🇪🇷🇪🇷🇪🇷 Our martyrs always remain the icons of our independence🇪🇷🇪🇷🇪🇷 Eritrea and Eritrewinet n zelalem kenbru eyom🇪🇷🇪🇷🇪🇷 Awet N Hafash🇪🇷🇪🇷#EritreaSalutesItsMartyrs#ERITREA
No Family Left Behind: How Eritrea Continues to Honor Its Martyrs
ERITREA ― For many countries emerging from war, honoring fallen soldiers often ends with monuments, annual ceremonies, and symbolic tributes.
Sustained financial support for their families is far less common, particularly in developing nations facing severe economic hardship. Eritrea has pursued a different approach.
Although the country has faced decades-long border conflicts, economic sanctions, diplomatic isolation, and limited economic resources, the Eritrean government has maintained a long-standing national welfare program dedicated to the families of the country's martyrs.
The policy reflects the principle that those who sacrificed their lives for the nation's independence and sovereignty should not leave their families to shoulder the burden alone.
The first assistance program was launched in 1995, just two years after achieving independence. The government provided a one-time grant of 10,000 Nakfa to families of each of the 65,000 martyrs who lost their lives during the country's 30-year struggle for independence.
Following the 1998-2000 border war with Ethiopia, which claimed the lives of more than 20,000 additional Eritrean martyrs, the government expanded the program. Beginning in January 2004, it introduced a monthly support payment of 500 Nakfa per martyr to eligible families.
Since then, more than 6.2 billion Nakfa has been disbursed, a substantial commitment for a small nation that has continued to face significant economic and geopolitical challenges.
The program is reinforced by Eritreans living abroad, who have embraced the responsibility of supporting the families of martyrs.
Every national in the Diaspora has taken the initiative to contribute US $720 over two years, while others have adopted individual martyr families to support them permanently.
This partnership between the state and its citizens reflects a shared belief that the debt owed to the nation's martyrs extends beyond remembrance and must be expressed through tangible support.
For Eritrea, caring for the families of those who gave their lives is not simply a social welfare policy. It is a national commitment rooted in gratitude, solidarity, and the conviction that the sacrifices made for the country's freedom should never be forgotten.
On June 20th each year, Eritreans at home and throughout the diaspora pay tribute to their Martyrs through candlelight vigils and solemn acts of remembrance. #MartyrsDay
Eternal Glory to Our Martyrs!
ዘልኣለ��ዊ ዝኽርን ክብርን ንሰማእታትና!
Prayers (ሰላትን ዱዓን) held at Asmara's Grand Mosque in mid-afternoon hours today in commemoration of Martyrs Day.
Presiding over the event, Eritrea's Mufti, Sheikh Salim Ibrahim Al-Mukhtar, stated that "June 20th is a day of pride and honour in which we pay tribute to our heroic Martyrs who ushered in the light of independence and sovereignty through their precious sacrifices". In the event, "it is the obligation of every citizen to support families of our Martyrs", Sheikh Salim further noted.
ሃገር ኣብ ረዚን ዝኽሪ ሓበን!
Eritrea’s Martyrs Day Commemorated with Patriotic Zeal
Eritrea’s Martyrs Day was commemorated with patriotic zeal by nationals inside the country and abroad.
At the commemorative event held at Asmara Martyrs Cemetery, President Isaias Afwerki laid a wreath in tribute to the heroic martyrs. The commemorative event commenced with a public procession from Shida Square to the Martyrs Cemetery, accompanied by a marching band.
The ceremony was attended by senior Government and PFDJ officials, Army Commanders, members of the diplomatic community, and thousands of Asmara residents.
The official ceremony, which was broadcast live on Eri-TV and Radio Dimtsi Hafash, featured cultural and artistic performances highlighting the deep meaning of the day and the invaluable sacrifices made by the gallant freedom fighters for Eritrea’s independence and national sovereignty.
Martyrs Day was also marked with patriotic zeal on 19 June by Eritrean nationals inside the country and abroad with a candlelight vigil.
The commemorative event in Asmara was conducted with a candlelight vigil and walkathon from Martyrs Avenue to Bahti Meskerem Square, accompanied by a marching band. The event drew thousands of Asmara residents.
Mr. Tekie Qeleta, Director General of Administration and Finance of the Central Region, noting that Eritrea’s martyrs are the source of national pride who ensured the country’s independence and national sovereignty, underlined that Martyrs Day, 20 June, is a reminder for every national to support families of martyrs and live up to their expectations by redoubling efforts in the nation-building process.
The ceremony at Bahti Meskerem Square was broadcast live on Eritrean Television and Radio Dimtsi Hafash.
Martyrs Day, 20 June, was also enthusiastically commemorated nationwide with various events in remembrance of Eritrea’s heroes and heroines who paid the ultimate price for independence and national sovereignty.
At exactly 1:00 p.m. today, a minute of silence was observed across the country in memory of the martyrs.
The Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare has stated that GOE has disbursed, through monthly installments, over 6.2 billion Nacfa in tribute to, and, for the support of the families of Eritrea's Martyrs in the past twenty years (2004-2025).
ሃገር ኣብ ረዚን ዝኽሪ ሓበን!
Excellent Read - The Light of Resilience: How the Candlelight Vigil Embodies #Eritrean Pride; by Kidane Shimendi
*"...It is the eve of June 20 - Martyrs Day - that brings the most visually stunning and emotionally charged tribute. As night falls, every household and street across Eritrea fills with the soft, flickering glow of candles. In this collective moment, the nation engages in a silent, sacred dialogue with the values and vision of its fallen heroes".
*"...On a community level, the candlelight vigil plays a vital role in social and mental well-being. It provides a shared space for collective grief, reflection, and ultimate triumph. As thousands of citizens stand shoulder-to-shoulder holding their flames, a powerful connection is forged between the living and the dead. The light brings individuals inward, connecting them directly to the core national values that define the Eritrean identity: unity, creativity, self-reliance, nationalism, and unbreakable comradeship".
https://t.co/ixFciN64qN
What a way to kick off the Tour of Belgium!
Biniam Girmay storms to victory on Stage 1 with a brilliant display of speed and power.
Congrats to Biniam and the whole team on an incredible start! Making Eritrea proud with an outstanding performance on the international stage!
#Eritrea's Agricultural Development over the Past 35 Years
MoA Newsletter June 2026
Concise and Insightful Summary of Progress Achieved under the Mantra: "Safe and Nutritious Food for Everyone; Everywhere!"
Broad themes include progress, and achievements, in:
- Nation-wide Water Reservoir Construction;
- Livestock Development and Animal Health;
- Scientific Research and Laboratory Excellence for National Food and Nutrition Security;
- National Animal and Plant Health Laboratory;
- Regulation of Agricultural Products; and,
- Desert Locust Control Strategy;
https://t.co/Vy3QtwHyPC
Eritrea: Happy Independence Day.
Celebrating 35 years of Eritrean independence.
Liberation has never come free, and it is never sustained without courage and sacrifice. The Eritrean people paid dearly to win their freedom, and they have continued to pay a heavy price for holding fast to what they believe in rather than yielding to powerful pressures. I honour the indomitable spirit and perseverance of the Eritrean people, and the sacrifices still being made. Your resilience inspires all who value true liberty.
@NeaminZeleke@hornafricanguy@AmbStesfamariam@EritreanPress@hawelti@ShidaMedia
#Eritrea: The Long Road to Independence (part III & Final); by Shabait Staff
*"...A decisive turning point came in March 1988 during the Battle of Afabet, where Eritrean forces inflicted a crushing defeat on Ethiopia’s Northern Command Headquarters. Often compared to battles such as El Alamein and Dien Bien Phu for their strategic significance, the Battle of Afabet became one of the largest and most consequential military engagements fought in Africa since the Second World War".
*"...Then, in February 1990, the EPLF launched Operation Fenkil, a meticulously coordinated land-and-sea offensive that liberated the strategic port city of Massawa. The operation severed one of Ethiopia’s most critical military supply routes and inflicted devastating losses on Ethiopian forces, with thousands killed, wounded, or captured. More importantly, it signaled that Eritrean independence was no longer a distant aspiration, but an approaching reality".
*"...With Massawa secured, only Asmara and Assab remained under Ethiopian control. In May 1991, Eritrean forces defeated Ethiopian troops at Dekemhare before rapidly advancing through surrounding towns and entering Asmara on May 24. Assab, along the Red Sea, fell the following day. Remnants of the demoralized Ethiopian soldiers, which had long been regarded as part of Africa’s largest and best-equipped military force, surrendered in tens of thousands. Just days earlier, on May 21, Mengistu Haile Mariam had fled into exile in Zimbabwe".
*"...Eritrea’s path to nationhood remains one of the most determined and resilient liberation struggles of the twentieth century. Against immense military odds, constantly shifting geopolitical alliances, and prolonged international indifference, Eritreans fought, endured, and ultimately prevailed. Their victory represented not simply the defeat of an occupying power, but the realization of a collective aspiration for sovereignty and dignity that generations had struggled to achieve".
*"...Today, more than three decades after independence, the legacy of the liberation struggle continues to shape Eritrea’s national identity and historical consciousness. It remains a powerful reminder of the sacrifices demanded by freedom; the consequences of the flagrant breaches of international law; and the enduring determination of a people unwilling to surrender their national rights. As Eritreans commemorate the 35th anniversary of independence, the history of that long struggle continues to stand as both a source of national pride and a defining chapter in the broader history of liberation movements".
https://t.co/ONShXfUbGu
Congrats: Another good day for #Eritreancycling. Monalisa Araya's maiden Podium Finish (3rd) in Vienna, Austria, can indeed be seen as a trail-blazing event. Best wishes for greater success in the period ahead to Monalisa/#Eritreancycling!
https://t.co/7uFUoRsqTs
Senior Ethiopian military officer reportedly killed in Fano ambush
ETHIOPIA ― 💥Sources linked to the Amhara Fano National Movement (AFNM) say Brig. Gen. Asnake Aytenew, deputy commander of Ethiopia’s ENDF Central Command, was killed during an ambush in western Ethiopia.
According to the group’s Bizamo Command, the attack took place while the general and accompanying soldiers were travelling from Nekemte to Gida Ayana.
The rebels also claimed that a number of soldiers travelling with Brig Gen Asnake were killed during the operation.
Brig. Gen. Asnake was among the few senior Amhara officers serving within the Oromo dominated federal military leadership of PM Abiy Ahmed.
The AFNM attack now serve as a warning to other Amhara military officers supporting PM Abiy Ahmed's war against Fano freedom fighters in the Amhara region.
Officials in Ethiopia have yet to respond to the reports.
Meanwhile, the Bizamo Command of Fano posted images on social media of what it described as the late general’s military and national identification documents, saying the move was intended to remove any uncertainty surrounding the claim.