Globalization is a buzzword gaining increasing importance all over the world. Today, the world appears radically altered. A very significant feature of the global economy is the integration of the emerging economies in world markets and the expansion of economic activities across state borders. Full Story


FGM PRACTICE AGAINST HUMAN RIGHTS
Posted: 2007-05-12 00:00:00 By Dr. Ravinder Rena [Eritrea Institute of Technology]

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) comprises total or partial removal of the external female genitalia or it involves other injury to the female genital organs whether for traditional or religious reasons. FGM is usually performed by a traditional practitioner, often by older women, with crude instruments and with out anesthetic. It is reported that, currently, the number of girls who have undergone FGM is estimated at between 100 and 140 million. It is estimated that a further 2 million girls are at risk of undergoing FGM, each year. And most of the girls who have undergone FGM live in 28 African countries. Full Story


Qatari Diar signs MoU with Eritrea
Posted: 2007-01-29 00:00:00 Menafn

The Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment and Development Company and the Government of Eritrea recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to invest, develop and construct several projects of international standard in Dahlak Island (Dahlak Kebir).
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An accomplished singer, songwriter and musician, Abraham Afeworki passed away
Posted: 2006-10-10 00:00:00 Asmarino

Our beloved Eritrea, which has grown a habit of taking our young, has taken yet another one: Abraham Afewerki, perhaps the greatest artist of his generation.

The details are still sketchy, but there is now devastating news that on Saturday, October 7th, Abraham Afewerki died in Massawa, Eritrea.

An accomplished singer, songwriter and musician, Abraham had been practicing his craft since he way a little boy with a harmonica. When he was 12 years old, he joined the Red Flowers cultural troupe for youth in Khartoum, Sudan and wrote the lyrics and melodies for his songs in 1979. He produced his first cassette in 1991 and has not stopped writing, singing and performing since then.

His 1994 release, “Tesfay iyu sinqey” (hope is my diet), is what propelled him to a household name. Over the years, his melodic tunes, inspiring lyrics, energetic performance, and skilled krar and guitar playing ensured that he remained one of the most consistently reliable Eritrean artists admired not just by his fans but by musicians, probably the highest honor an artist can expect.

Fittingly, his newest CD, Semay, released only a few months ago, showcased his talent for melodic songs and inspiring lyrics.

Eritrea has lost a great son but he will always be remembered by his fans for elevating Eritrean music...

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Eritrea's education reform plans face major hurdles
Posted: 2006-09-17 00:00:00 BY Ravinder Rena

In its discussion of the educational program, the Eritrean government has made a commitment to make education a top priority. It is to be noted that after independence, there were about 186,000 students in Eritrea; but the number significantly increased to 650,000 in the year 2005. Since independence, the enrollment is reported to be about 40,000 a year. Full Story


Eritrea, Mauritania make progress
Posted: 2006-09-13 00:00:00

Mauritania and Eritrea are the best African climbers in the latest Fifa ranking released on Wednesday.

The two countries moved up 42 places each following surprising victories in their opening Nations Cup qualifiers earlier this month. Full Story


Eritrean running for US Congress
Posted: 2006-09-08 00:00:00 www.siumforcongress.com

Good afternoon. I would like to thank you, the members of the media for accepting our invitation to come to this event today. Thank you, friends and campaign volunteers.

I would also like to thank the Administrators of the St. Paul College for letting us have this event in this beautiful place. I like the College’s Motto: “Start here. Go anywhere.” Well, today I am starting here, and going to Washington by this time next year. Full Story


The Role of NUEYS in Education and Personality Development – Some Observations
Posted: 2006-08-08 00:00:00 BY: DR. RAVINDER RENA [EIT – Mai Nefhi]

For the second time, the National Union of Eritrean Youth and Students (NUEYS) is organizing Eri-Youth Festival 2006. This festival will be conducted from 19 to 22 July 2006 in Sawa with a theme to “renew core national values and to boost the learning and working habits of the youth.” It is reported that the Festival includes different activities such as sport tournament, cultural shows, art competition, seminars and panel discussions, IT exhibition, Zagre and Sawa awards, the youth’s role in the Warsay-Yikealo Development Campaign, candle vigil, green Sawa, a hero’s deed etc. Full Story


Washington based firm “Academy for Educational Development” commends Eritrea for great achievement in the control of Malaria
Posted: 2006-05-02 00:00:00 Shabait

Washington, 1 May 2006 – A Washington based firm “Academy for Educational Development” disclosed that Eritrea, Brazil, Vietnam and India have achieved great successes in their strides towards combating Malaria the past few years using as a base for its evaluation the procedures the respective countries followed in controlling the disease. Full Story


HIS HOLINESS ABUNE DIOSKOROS GIVES EASTER BENEDICTION
Posted: 2006-04-23 00:00:00 Eritrea Profile

His Holiness Abune Dioskoros, Head of Holy Synod Orthodox Church gave benediction on the occasion of Easter. His holiness Abune Dioskoros wished a happy Easter to Eritreans at home and abroad, including members of the defense forces engaged in safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty and those undergoing treatment in
hospitals.

His Holiness called on all citizens to extend a helping hand to the needy compatriots. He further called on the population to make good use of the current rains.
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Eritrean-Chinese governments sign agreement
Posted: 2006-04-12 00:00:00 Shabait

On the basis of on President Isaias Afwerki’s visit to China from 17 to 24 February last year and the agreements reached in different development and economic programs, the government of the PRC extended a loan amounting to USD 23 million payable over a long period of time. Full Story


Eritrean Cabinet of Ministers continues with deliberations
Posted: 2006-04-09 00:00:00 Shabait

Continuing its meeting in Massawa, the Cabinet of Ministers last night held discussions on the situation regarding land, water and environment, exploration and research on water and aerial situation, on coordinated administration of land and water resources, classification of civilian duties, developing water supply system as well as research and training. Full Story


Fukuoka: The Magnitude of Victories Increased
Posted: 2006-04-06 00:00:00 Eritrea Profile

Once again, Eritrea shows it has its own remarkable place in the athletics map, now and for the future, as in the recent past. In 2004 at Brussels, Belgium, it was a remarkable celebration in senior men’s cross-country competition, when Eritrea stand at the podium to win 3rd with Bronze medals. Again, last year in Saint Etienne-Saint Galmier Cross Country Championships, Eritreans celebrated the 2nd ranking of Zeressenay Tadesse to win a silver medal. Full Story


President expresses congratulations on Athletics team's victory in Fukuoka, Japan
Posted: 2006-04-02 00:00:00 Shabait

President Isaias Afwerki expressed his congratulations to the people of Eritrea in general and to the National Eritrean Athletics Team in particular for the victories they registered in the 34th IAAF World Cross Country Championship in Fukuoka, Japan. The National Eritrean Athletics Team achieved a great victory placing the nation at 2nd place “team silver medals behind Kenya” at the World Cross Country Championship in Fukuoka, Japan.
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Meeting stresses judicious use of water resources in Eritrea
Posted: 2006-03-24 00:00:00 Shabait

A meeting conducted at Asmara’s Selam Hotel yesterday on the occasion of International Water Day stressed the need for judicious use of water resources in Eritrea in view of limitations in this domain. The meeting was held on the occasion of this year’s observance of the Day under the theme “Water of improved livelihood.” Full Story