Memorial service of nationals in Diaspora
Asmara, 26 November 2021– Eritrean nationals residing in Qatar and Canada organized memorial service on the passing away of veteran freedom fighters Mr. Alamin Mohammed Seid, Secretary of the People’s Front for Democracy and Justice, and Brig. General Negash Tesfatsion.
The event organized at the Eritrean Embassy premise in Qatar from 21 to 23 November was attended by Mr. Ali Ibrahim, Eritrean Ambassador to Qatar, Eritrean community, and PFDJ members as well as Ambassadors of various countries. read more
Deki Erey: the Vast Opportunity of today and Tomorrow
By Dr. Fikrejesus Amahazion
According to the United Nations (UN), “International days are occasions to educate the public on issues of concern, to mobilize political will and resources to address global problems, and to celebrate and reinforce achievements of humanity.” In the last issue of Eritrea Profile (18 November), I discussed World Diabetes Day, providing a general overview of diabetes and reviewing the situation in Eritrea. Today, I shift to discuss another important international occasion, World Children’s Day (WCD), providing general background about the day and reviewing some of Eritrea’s important commitments to children. read more
Young Eritrean Professional Women: Ensuring Equality Through Equal Participation at Work
By Simon Woldemichael
National development depends on effective utilization of the skills and knowledge and active participation of an entire population. To ensure women’s participation in all walks of life and bring about meaningful national development Eritrea has succeeded in eliminating any form of discrimination, violence and harmful practices against women. It reviewed the laws and regulations inherited from colonization to thwart discrimination against women. It has made transformation in gender relations which has been made possible through advances in education, health and other social services. read more
Brig. General Negash Tesfatsion passes away
Asmara, 19 November 2021- Veteran freedom fighter Brig. General Negash Tesfatsion has passed away on 18 November at the age of 84 due to long illness. Brig. General Negash joined EPLF in 1977 and served his nation and people in various military posts including Commander of EPLF Training Department and Ibrahim Afa Military Academy.
After independence, Brig. General Negash served his country in various posts of senior military leadership including as Commander of Officers Academy and Eritrean Defense Forces Training Center. He was also a member of Constitution Commission. read more
