Eritrea - Ministry of Information

The Ministry of Health has on 12 and 13 June conducted a two-day workshop on major Non Communicable Diseases (NCDs). The workshop aimed at providing orientation on the risk factors of NCDS and information on prevention and control mechanisms of various killer but neglected diseases. Governmental and non- Governmental institutions participated in the workshop which was facilitated by experienced medical doctors form Orotta National Referral Hospital.

Eritrea celebrates martyr’s day every year on 20th June. This day has been declared a national holiday to pay tribute and respect to all those who sacrificed their lives in the war of independence and later to safeguard Eritrea’s national sovereignty. This year’s commemoration of the day was honored in a patriotic zeal in different corners of the country and around the world.

Everyone supports the families of fallen heroes in Eritrea. The artist, using his lyrics, sympathises with the families of martyrs, encourages and admires them. Organizations give their moral and financial support, the general public pays emotional tribute, individuals help in any way they can and the government does its part as a policy, not only on June 20, but throughout the calendar year.

Land degradation and desertification have become global challenges. According to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) reports, land degradation and desertification affect 1.9 million hectare of land and consequently affects the lives of 1.5 billion people. Annually 12 million hectare of land (size of Eritrea) turns to a barren land. Hence, 50% of the world farm land is affected by land degradation and desertification.

The Library and Information Association of Eritrea (LIAE) held its fourth general assembly meeting with its stakeholders on Saturday, June, 9th. The one-day conference discussed the association’s progress and elected members for LIAE’s executive. During the general assembly, association’s challenges in the past, current status and future prospects were thoroughly discussed.

Human and economic developments are areas any nation gives utmost priority. The vital role education plays in influencing the overall development of nations and societies is not debatable. Eritrea’s education system has been developing since the wake of independence.