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Eritrea shines at Africa Cycling Championship
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The Eritrean National Cycling Team that participated in the Africa Cycling Championship 2025, held in Kenya from 20 to 23 November, clinched a total of 10 medals in both genders, including 3 gold, 5 silver, and 2 bronze.
At the final road race conducted on 23 November, Olympian Merhawi Kudus in the elite group, Awet Aman in the under-23 category, and Natan Medhanie in the junior category shined in their respective categories by winning gold medals.
Likewise, Nahom Efrem won a silver medal in the junior category, while Mewael Germay secured a silver medal in the under-23 category.
In the women's category, Adiam Tesfu won a silver medal in the junior time trial, Monaliza Araya won a bronze medal in the under-23 category, Suzana Fesehaye secured a bronze medal in the under-23 category, and Birikti Fesehaye won a silver medal in the road race.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.Eritrea: World Children’s Day Observed at National Level
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World Children's Day, 20 November, was observed in Sheib sub-zone, Northern Red Sea Region, at national level under the theme “Outstanding Children Attest Proficient Upbringing of Parents.”
The event was attended by Ms. Leul Gebreab, Minister of Labor and Social Welfare; Ms. Asmeret Abraha, Governor of the Northern Red Sea Region; and Ms. Hawa Page, Representing UNICEF in Eritrea, as well as a number of Sheib residents.
Noting that the investment the Eritrean Government is making toward the wellbeing of children is bearing encouraging results, Mr. Abubeker Ibrahim, Administrator of the sub-zone, said that the achievements being registered in the health and education sectors and in the eradication of harmful practices attest to that.
Highlighting that a society that preserves its noble values is always successful in nurturing children, Ms. Hawa Page commended the efforts the Eritrean Government is exerting in the protection and care of children.
The event featured cultural and artistic performances by the Wadi-Laba and Red Flowers cultural groups in the sub-zone.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.Annual Eritrean Community Festival in Riyadh
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The annual Eritrean community festival in Riyadh and its environs was enthusiastically conducted on 20 and 21 November at Nakfa Hall in the premises of the Eritrean Embassy under the theme “Our Cohesion – Our Armour.” The festival was officially opened by Mr. Estifanos Habtemariam, Director General of the Desks Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The festival featured a photo exhibition depicting the resilience of the Eritrean people and the nation-building process; traditional and cultural displays of the Eritrean ethnic groups; educational presentations by students of Eritrea's International School; cultural and artistic performances; a bazaar; as well as a seminar focusing on the objective situation in the homeland and regional and global developments, along with various sports activities.
Noting that national festivals serve as gatherings that highlight national culture and identity and portray the true image of Eritrea, Mr. Tesfay Tekle, Chairman of the Eritrean Community, commended all those who contributed to the successful implementation of the festival.
Ms. Weini Gerezgiher, Charge d'Affaires at the Eritrean Embassy, said that at a time when the world is facing rapid changes and developments, Eritrea is conducting strong diplomatic and political activities to develop partnerships and cooperation based on respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity.
At the seminar, Ambassador Estifanos Habtemariam provided an extensive briefing on the national development programs being implemented by the public, Government, and members of the Defense Forces. He also commended the participation and contribution of Diaspora nationals in the national development programs.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.Eritrea: Effort to strengthen women’s organization
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At an activity assessment meeting conducted in Barentu from 17 to 19 November, it was reported that encouraging efforts have been exerted to strengthen women's organizations in the Gash Barka Region.
According to reports presented by heads of the National Union of Eritrean Women branches in the sub-zones, commendable activities have been carried out to ensure maternity and child health, promote the use of maternity waiting rooms, enhance the participation of females in education and health, as well as strengthen their contribution in development programs.
Indicating that the vocational trainings being organized are significantly contributing to empowering women, the reports further called for reinforced participation on the part of partners in the effort to eradicate harmful practices, including female genital mutilation and underage marriages.
Ms. Yihdega Yohannes, head of the union branch in the region, said that encouraging activities have been carried out in collaboration with partners, noting that the use of educational and health facilities by women is growing from time to time. She also stated that more efforts are expected to enhance the economic capacity of women.
Eritrea: Seminar focusing on enhancing documentation activities
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The Research and Documentation Center of the PFDJ conducted a seminar for employees of various government institutions engaged in documentation activities, with a view to reviewing strengths and challenges they face in their daily documentation work.
Mr. Tesfay Keleta, head of research at the PFDJ central office, said that the objective of the seminar was to conduct a preliminary study on documents recorded in the form of photographs, audio, and written materials, and to remind those engaged in documentation to be diligent and serious in their daily activities.
At the event, research papers were presented focusing on the administration and conservation of documents and other issues related to the documentation process.
Ms. Azieb Tewolde, head of the Research and Documentation Center, on her part, gave a briefing on the efforts the center is exerting to safeguard documents from damage and the challenges they have been facing.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.Eritrea: Remains of Ancient and Historical Heritage Discovered
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Mr. Temesgen Hagos, Head of Culture and Sports in the Adi-Keih sub-zone, reported that ancient and historical heritage has been discovered in Der'a, Adi-Keih sub-zone.
The discovered heritage includes various artifacts such as a seal, amphora, cup, water container, as well as rock paintings and scripts.
The ancient and historical heritage was found in agricultural land and construction sites.
Noting that the area is rich in ancient heritage, Mr. Temesgen urged for caution during construction activities and for the timely reporting of discoveries to concerned institutions.
Indicating that finding ancient artifacts in the area is not new, the residents called for scientific exploration and the collection of ancient remains so that they can be preserved and transferred to future generations.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.