Eritrean nationals residing inside the country and abroad are extending financial and material contribution to the effort to fight corona virus pandemic. Asmara, 14 April 2020- Eritrean nationals residing inside the country and abroad are extending financial and material contribution to the effort to fight corona virus pandemic. According to the Ministry of Health, nationals in Canada contributed 208 thousand Canada Dollars, 19 merchants in Assab and its environs 285 thousand Nakfa, nationals in the port city of Assab 89 thousand and 130 Nakfa, traders in Adi-Keih town 221 thousand Nakfa, and ‘Selam’ mini-bus owners association in Anseba region 40 thousand Nakfa. Likewise, Gerbet bus owners’ association in Anseba region contributed 5 thousand Nakfa, public technical service in the Anseba region 20 thousand Nakfa, Al-Kedir Salt Plant 3 thousand Nakfa, 10 residents in Foro 26 thousand Nakfa and Bige Milk Product extended material support. In related news, staff members of the Ministry of Finance contributed 250 thousand Nakfa, Hide and Hide Products association 50 thousand Nakfa, women returnees from Italy 50 thousand Nakfa, family of the late Araya Sebhatu 50 thousand Nakfa, cooperative association of the Office of the President 50 thousand Nakfa, vegetables and fruits retailers in Merkato 108 thousand and 500 Nakfa, Union Agriculture 15 thousand Nakfa, medical cooperative association of Anberbeb Team 10 thousand Nakfa, nationals returnees from North America 40 thousand Nakfa, Tesenei administration 160 thousand Nakfa, association of tourism service provision institutions in Mendefera 15 thousand Nakfa. The association of PFDJ staff members contributed 50 thousand Nakfa, while the association of motor-bikes association 10 thousand Nakfa, and Dahlak Share Company extended material support worth 114 thousand and 610 Nakfa. 19 owners of social service provision institutions in Adi-Keih town also contributed 132 Nakfa and Abune Kerlos, Archbishop of Adi-Keih, 5 thousand and 555 Nakfa.

Eritrean nationals residing inside and outside the country are extending financial supports to the effort being made by the Eritrean people and Government to curtail the spread of corona virus pandemic. Asmara, 12 April 2020 - Eritrean nationals residing inside and outside the country are extending financial supports to the effort being made by the Eritrean people and Government to curtail the spread of corona virus pandemic. Accordingly, Bisha Mining workers contributed seven million Nakfa 785 thousand and 820 Nakfa, Lilo Transportation workers 250 thousand Nakfa, National Association of the Eritrean War Disabled Veterans 200 thousand and 20 Nakfa, Faith Mission Church 500 thousand Nakfa, Vegetables and Fruits Farmers Association in the Southern region 100 thousand Nakfa, ‘Tihuna’ cooperative association in Emni Haili 26 thousand Nakfa, Fitwi Andemicael Metal Works 10 thousand Nakfa, and Adi Hawesha Recreational Center 2 thousand and 500 Nakfa. Furthermore, several nationals inside and outside the country contributed 115 thousand and 500 Nakfa. Similarly, National Union of Eritrean Women branch in Kuwait contributed 2 thousand and 270 Kuwaiti Dinar for the effort being undertaken to contain the spread of corona virus. The financial contribution the nationals residing in Riyadh so far made has exceeded a quarter million Saudi Riyals, the report indicated. According to the report from the Embassy of Eritrea in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 150 thousand and 600 Riyals was contributed by various organizations and workers, and the remaining 113 thousand and 400 Riyals was contributed by individual nationals residing in the Kingdom.Eritrean nationals residing in the Netherlands also contributed 100 thousand Euros, teachers at the Eritrean International School in Riyadh 100 thousand Riyals, nationals engaged in business activities in Juba, South Sudan, executive members of the Eritrean community in Juba and YPFDJ organization 64 thousand and 700 US Dollars, nationals in various cities in the US and Europe 5 thousand and 950 USD and 2 thousand Euros.

Contribution by nationals inside the country and abroad to the effort to contain the corona virus pandemic is continuing.   Asmara, 11 April 2020- Contribution by nationals inside the country and abroad to the effort to contain the corona virus pandemic is continuing. According to report from the Ministry of Health, Evangelical Lutheran Church of Eritrea contributed 300 thousand Nakfa, Harat Transportation Company 200 thousand Nakfa, ‘Shewit’ mini-buses association in the Central region 100 thousand Nakfa and Ms. Tsehay Gebrat, owner of ‘City School Bus’ 50 thousand Nakfa. Ms Tsehay also contributed 2 buses and one pickup truck to the Ministry of Health for use until the spread of the corona virus is fully contained. Likewise, Staff Finance of the Ministry of Defense contributed 1 million and 50 thousand Nakfa, cooperative association of members of Western Command of the Ministry of Defense 100 thousand Nakfa, cooperative association of members of Division 29 of the Ministry of Defense 125 thousand Nakfa, cooperative association of members of the school of Division 39 of the Ministry of Defense 100 thousand Nakfa, members of Division 17 of the Ministry of Defense 125 thousand Nakfa. In related news owner of S.A. Enterprise contributed 50 thousand Nakfa, Fiori guest house 20 thousand Nakfa, Hagos Amine construction and agricultural materials shop in Golij10 thousand Nakfa, ‘Senay Service’ in Nakfa town 10 thousand Nakfa and nationals from the cereals market 8 thousand and 150 Nakfa. Individuals from Asmara, Tesenei, Golij, Assab and Adi-Keih also contributed a total of 290 thousand Nakfa.

Contribution by Eritrean nationals inside the country to the effort to contain the spread of corona virus continue with great momentum. Asmara, 10 April 2020- Contribution by Eritrean nationals inside the country to the effort to contain the spread of corona virus continue with great momentum. According to the report coming from the Ministry of Health, the Association of Heavy Trucks Owners contributed 500 thousand Nakfa, cooperative association of the staff members of the Eritrean Air Force 100 thousand Nakfa, Mr. Desale Berhe, owner of Hotel Sarina in Keren, 100 thousand Nakfa, Division 39 of the Eritrean Defense Forces 25 thousand Nakfa, Mr. Okbai Mehari 20 thousand Nakfa, Mr. Yemane Tesfamicael with his wife Ms. Hiwet redie 15 thousand Nakfa, cooperative association of the National Security Agency 10 thousand Nakfa, Mr. Ahmed Abdu from Keren 10 thousand Nakfa and an x-combatant who wants to stay anonymous 10 thousand Nakfa. Likewise, Mr. Kidane Fesha contributed 10 thousand Nakfa, Mr. Leul Abraha 10 thousand Nakfa, Mr. Tesfamariam Merhatsion 10 thousand Nakfa, Mr. Teklesenbet Wolde Medin from Elaberet 10 thousand Nakfa, Ms. Sebene Mebrahtu 5 thousand Nakfa, Ms. Zewdi Zerabruk 2 thousand Nakfa, Mr. Fitsum Araya 1 thousand Nakfa, family of Mr. Zere Woldemariam 1 thousand Nakfa and Ms. Miliete Zere 50 Nakfa. In related news the Ertro-German Association contributed 35 thousand Nakfa, Asmara Beer distributers 120 thousand Nakfa, Mr. Andebrhan Tesfaselasie 10 thousand Nakfa, Mr. Habtom Gebrezgiabher 10 thousand Nakfa, Dawit Ghide and family, owners of Wood and Steel Works, 10 thousand Nakfa, Mr. Tsegai Frezghi and Freweini Bairiu 1 thousand US Dollars and Mr. Kesete Negash 5 thousand Nakfa. More over nationals in the Northern Red Sea region including Ms. Fatna Hamid Gebr owner of Hitmlo General Trading, Ms. Amna Omar, owner of Emberemy Bakery and Ms. Arhet Mohamed-Ali, owner of Labkan Bakery contributed 5 thousand Nakfa each. Cement sport club in Massawa also contributed 50 thousand Nakfa and Mr. Mohammed Abdulkadir 2 thousand Nakfa. Ms. Lemlem Yohannes from Gejeret and Mr. Mesfun Seyum from Massawa also extended material support.

Eritrean nationals inside the country are continuing contribution to the effort being exerted by the people and Government of Eritrea to fight the spread of corona virus. Asmara, 9 April 2020- Eritrean nationals inside the country are continuing contribution to the effort being exerted by the people and Government of Eritrea to fight the spread of corona virus. According to report from the Ministry of Health, the workers association of the Segen Construction Company contributed 1 million Nakfa, the National Security Agency 700 thousand Nakfa, Warsa Interprise plc 100 thousand Nakfa, Adi-Quala sub-zone administration 100 thousand Nakfa, Mr. Alem Meharena 100 thousand Nakfa, family of the late Tesfay Woldedawit 100 thousand Nakfa. Likewise, fruits and vegetables farmers association in the Dige sub-zone contributed 50 thousand Nakfa, Aser Cultural Troupe 20 thousand Nakfa, Mr. Gebrenigus Zere 20 thousand Nakfa, a citizen that wants to stay anonymous 20 thousand Nakfa, Mr. Kibrom Kebede 10 thousand Nakfa, Mr. Simon Tinsu’e with his wife Ms. Nigisti Tesfay 10 thousand Nakfa, Mr. Teklehaimanot Yemane with his wife 5 thousand Nakfa, Mr. Alemseged Engida 50 US Dollars. In related news, Mr. Gebreindrias Ahraha, Mr. Yosief Tewolde, Mr. Leul Berhe and Mr. Tesfay Hailemicael contributed sanitation materials.

Nationals inside the country and abroad have contributed over 1.2 million Nakfa and 171 thousand Riyals to bolster the Eritrean Government’s measure to contain the spread of COVID-19. Asmara, 07 April 2020- Nationals inside the country and abroad have contributed over 1.2 million Nakfa and 171 thousand Riyals to bolster the Eritrean Government’s measure to contain the spread of COVID-19. According to report from the Ministry of Health, the Office of Iftae and Islamic Affairs contributed 1 million Nakfa, Mr. Tekle Gebremedhin and Ms. Yodit Bereket, owners of SIEMENS Company, 50 thousand Nakfa, Africa car rental 50 thousand Nakfa, and Mr. Berhane Tekali 30 thousand Nakfa. In the same vein, association of Eritrean returnees from Northern US contributed 10 thousand Nakfa, two Asmara residents who want to stay anonymous 5 and 2  thousand Nakfa respectively, Bee Farmers Association in the Central region two quintals of honey, and Mr. Yemane Hidat 2 thousand Nakfa. Eritrean nationals residing in Riyadh also contributed over 171 thousand Riyals. According to report from the Eritrean Embassy in Saudi Arabia, three groups of the PFDJ contributed 35,800 Riyals, staff members of the Eritrean Embassy 15 thousand Riyals, Eritrean community members 10 thousand Riyals, Eritrean International School 5 thousand Riyals, YPFDJ 5 thousand Riyals, members of the media community 1 thousand Riyal and a number of nationals contributed 80,150 thousand Riyals.

Units of the Eritrean Defense Forces contributed over 7 million and 260 thousand Nakfa in support of the effort being conducted by the people and Government of Eritrea to contain the spread of corona virus. Asmara, 07 April 2020- Units of the Eritrean Defense Forces contributed over 7 million and 260 thousand Nakfa in support of the effort being conducted by the people and Government of Eritrea to contain the spread of corona virus. According to report, Eastern Command of the Eritrean Defense Forces contributed 1 million 600 thousand Nakfa, Western Command 1 million 250 thousand Nakfa, cooperative association of the Eritrean Naval Force 1 million 500 thousand Nakfa, Eritrean Air Force 100 thousand Nakfa, Mechanized Unit 500 thousand Nakfa, Border Patrol unit 100 thousand Nakfa, Eritrean Defense Forces Training Center 1 million Nakfa, staff of the Eritrean Defense Forces 1 million and 210 thousand Nakfa. In related news Mr. Yosief Kidane with his wife Ms. Segen Gezai contributed 20 thousand Nakfa and 200 blankets, Ms. Zemzem Raja Ahmed 10 thousand Nakfa. As part of the noble societal values of the Eritrean people to support each other, Ms. Zemzem also decided that those families that have rented her house to stay free of charge until the corona virus pandemic is fully contained.

Eritrean nationals residing inside the country and abroad are extending financial and material contribution in support of the effort to contain the spread of the corona virus pandemic. Asmara, 06 April 2020- Eritrean nationals residing inside the country and abroad are extending financial and material contribution in support of the effort to contain the spread of the corona virus pandemic. According to reports from the areas, Eritrean nationals residing in Italy have in a short period of time have raised and contributed 135 thousand Euros; nationals in Germany contributed 180 thousand Euros, nationals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 171 thousand Riyals and Mr. Salman Fuad Al Bahabhani, from Kuwait contributed 6 thousand Kuwaiti Dinar. In the same vein, 112 employees of the PFDJ from 16 sub-zones in the Central region contributed their one month salary, about 141 thousand Nakfa.

Eritrean nationals residing in various countries are extending financial contribution in support of the effort the people and Government of Eritrea are exerting to contain the spread of corona virus. Asmara, 05 April 2020- Eritrean nationals residing in various countries are extending financial contribution in support of the effort the people and Government of Eritrea are exerting to contain the spread of corona virus. According to report Eritrean nationals residing in the Scandinavian countries contributed one million Swedish Kroner. Eritrean nationals in the Western region of Saudi Arabia also within two days contributed 161,500 Riyals. According to report from the Eritrean General Consul in Jeddah, the ‘White Truck Owners Association’ contributed 100 Riyals, individual citizens 31,500 Riyals and the National Union of Eritrean Women Jeddah branch 20 thousand Riyals. In related news, Eritrean nationals residing in the UK and Northern Ireland contributed over 55 thousand Pounds in support of the effort to curb the spread of the corona virus pandemic. In the same vein, Mr. Robel Tewolde Habte, Eritrean national residing in Oakland, California, donated ‘Merhaba Guest House’ located at Arareb Str. in Asmara to the Ministry of Health until the spread of the virus is fully contained. Mr. Kidane Asfaha Angesom and Mr. Aaron Gebrekrstos, nationals residing in Asmara, also contributed 10 thousand Nakfa and one thousand Nakfa respectively for the same purpose.

As part of the effort to contain the spread of the corona virus, sanitizers spry was conducted today 5 April in Asmara in cooperation with the Ministry of Health branch in the Central region and the regional administration. Asmara, 05 April 2020- As part of the effort to contain the spread of the corona virus, sanitizers spry was conducted today 5 April in Asmara in cooperation with the Ministry of Health branch in the Central region and the regional administration. The spay was conducted at the heavily populated areas of Asmara including at Mercato, vegetables and fruits market, St. Mary Church as well as at Meda Eritra. The program was facilitated by youth volunteers. According to Mr. Abraham Belay, head of Environmental Sanitation at the Ministry of health branch in the Central region, the program will have significant contribution in the effort being exerted to control the spread of the corona virus. The youth that took part at the program on their part called on the public to strictly follow-up the directives periodically issued by the Ministry of Health for the sake of their safety and the safety of the public.

Eritrean nationals residing inside the country are extending financial supports to the effort being made by the Eritrean people and Government to curtail the spread of corona virus pandemic. Asmara, 04 April 2020- Eritrean nationals residing inside the country are extending financial supports to the effort being made by the Eritrean people and Government to curtail the spread of corona virus pandemic. Accordingly, the Holy Synod of the Orthodox Tewahdo Church of Eritrea contributed one million Nakfa and the Taxi Owners Association in the Central region half a million Nakfa. Indicating that it is every citizen’s responsibility to play due part in the effort to contain the spread of the corona virus pandemic, the Taxi Owners Association Executive Committee called on the public to respect the directives that are periodically issued. Likewise the cooperative association of the 70-16 Division contributed 50 thousand Nakfa towards the effort. In related news, Mr. Ali Hussen, donated 10 rooms guest house in Massawa to be used as quarantine and treatment center until the spread of the corona virus is fully contained.

Eritrean nationals in Diaspora are extending financial supports in support of the effort to contain the spread of corona virus pandemic. Asmara, 04 April 2020- Eritrean nationals in Diaspora are extending financial supports in support of the effort to contain the spread of corona virus pandemic. According to report, Eritrean nationals residing in the US made historic contributed of over 2.7 Dollars just in a week time. The Eritrean Embassy in the US indicated that the nationals through the teleconference they conducted pledged to shoulder the responsibility in support of the effort the Eritrean people and Government are exerting to contain the spread of the corona virus. Mr. Fuad Seid Hamid and his wife Ms. Aster Tesfay Beraki from Kuwait also contributed through the Eritrean Embassy in Kuwait 32 thousands Kuwaiti Dinar (over 102 million Nakfa). Likewise, staff members of Eritrean Diplomatic Missions in the US, Canada and Europe contributed their one month salary while staff members of the Eritrean Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, contributed 15 thousand Riyals in support of the effort.

Four schools are under construction in the administrative areas of Arag, Halibet, Rihib and Girat, Karora sub-zone. Massawa, 03 April 2020- Four schools are under construction in the administrative areas of Arag, Halibet, Rihib and Girat, Karora sub-zone. Indicating that so far much of the construction of the school has been finalized, Mr. Mohamed-Idris Mohammed-Ali, head of education in the sub-zone, said that as part of the expansion of education provision a fifth school will be constructed at the Hishkib administrative area. Mr. Mohammed-Idris went on to say that the construction of the schools will have significant contribution in creating conducive atmosphere in the teaching-learning process as well as in reducing school dropouts. He also called on the public in general and parents in particular to send their children to school and conduct regular follow-up on their performance. In Karora sub-zone there are 4 kindergartens, 12 elementary, 3 junior and 1 secondary school as well as 20 adult education centers.

Members of the Central region Assembly contributed one month salary totaling 62,400 Nakfa in support of the effort to curb the spread of the novel corona virus, report indicated. Asmara, 03 April 2020 – Members of the Central region Assembly contributed one month salary totaling 62,400 Nakfa in support of the effort to curb the spread of the novel corona virus, report indicated.Stating that the corona virus is a global threat and that the fight against the pandemic is not to be left to the Government and the Ministry of Health alone, the Chairman of the Assembly of the Central region, Mr. Abraham Semere said that the members of the Assembly have taken the initiative to contribute due part in the effort.In related news, heads of PFDJ branches and units in Sembel sub zone have contributed 40 cartons of soap worth about 7 thousand Nakfa.

The task force established in the Northern Red Sea region to ensure the implementation of the guidelines being issued by the Ministry of Health is conducting rigorous follow-up. Massawa, 03 April 2020- The task force established in the Northern Red Sea region to ensure the implementation of the guidelines being issued by the Ministry of Health is conducting rigorous follow-up. According to the chairman of the task force, Mr. Haile Tewoldebrhan, secretary of the PFDJ in the region, the task force has been established to the level of administrative areas and is conducting commendable activity. Mr. Haile said that the task force is also controlling the unreasonable price increase on consumer goods. Indicating that in some parts of the region the guidelines are not fully observed, Mr. Haile said that strict correctional measures have began to be taken on those that are violating the directives.

Measures to contain the spread of corona virus pandemic are being taken across the country. Asmara, 01 April 2020- Measures to contain the spread of corona virus pandemic are being taken across the country. According to reports, the Ministry of Health in cooperation with administrations and other partners as well as religious leaders in the Gash Barka, Northern Red Sea and Southern Red Sea regions are exerting efforts to raise the awareness of the public on the causes and consequence of the corona virus pandemic as well as to ensure that the public abide by the guidelines being issues by the Ministry of Health. So far the regions across the country are establishing task forces with a view to oversee and conduct follow up that the public is observing the guidelines by the Ministry of Health. The task forces are urging the public to strictly follow up the regulations issues by the Ministry for the safety of the people and country. Moreover, corrective measures will be taken on those that violate the guidelines.

Strong effort is being conducted in the Gash Barka region to raise the awareness and participation of the public in the effort to control the spread of Corona Virus. Barentu, 30 March 2020- Strong effort is being conducted in the Gash Barka region to raise the awareness and participation of the public in the effort to control the spread of Corona Virus. Dr. Hayelom Kidane, head of the Ministry of Health in the region, indicated that the social mobilization and organization that existed in the region with a view to control the prevalence of communicable diseases will have significant contribution in the success of the effort. Dr. Hayelom went on to say that 12 temporary quarantine center have been established in the crossing borders between Ethiopia and the Sudan and one treatment center in Barentu with full facilities. Strong effort is also being conducted to ensure that the guidelines being issued by the Ministry of Health are observed, Dr. Hayelom added. Dr. Hayelom also called on the public to take precautionary measures, reinforce participation and people that returned home from abroad to visit nearby health facilities to check their conditions. 

Six more passengers that came to Eritrea prior to the ban on Flights, (enforced on March 25), were diagnosed positive for COVID-19 during tests carried out in the past three days.  Six more passengers that came to Eritrea prior to the ban on Flights, (enforced on March 25), were diagnosed positive for COVID-19 during tests carried out in the past three days.  Five of these are women while their age ranges from 32 to 60.  Four of these patients were quarantined originally on arrival at Amara International Airport.  The two asymptomatic patients were not, however, quarantined on arrival as none of the passengers in that Flight exhibited any symptom during screening at the Airport at the time.The total number of confirmed cases in the country has now reached 12.  All the patients are receiving necessary medical treatment. Ministry of HealthAsmara29 March 2020

During archeological excavation conducted from 20 February to 1 March at the Gelalo sub-zone, Northern Red Sea region, through the “Engel’ela-Ramud Project” fossil aged millions of years was discovered. Massawa, 28 March 2020- During archeological excavation conducted from 20 February to 1 March at the Gelalo sub-zone, Northern Red Sea region, through the “Engel’ela-Ramud Project” fossil aged millions of years was discovered. The archeological experts from the Commission of Culture and Sports, Northern Red Sea Museum and Spanish nationals that participated in the excavation program said that since Eritrea is part of the ‘Great Rift Valley’ of the Horn of Africa the excavation and research activity makes it significant in terms of history and pre-history. Dr. Tsegai Medin, head of Research and Ancient Heritage at the Commission of Culture and Sports, said that the new discovery is supplement to that discovered in Buya. According to the preliminary research human and animal fossils aged from 800 to one million and from 1.1 to 1.2 million were discovered in two pre-history sites, Dr. Tsegai added. The Spanish archeologists on their part said that the “Engel’ela-Ramud Project” is unique for human and animal fossils of similar ages are found in the same areas. According to the Eritrean experts the excavation and research of ancient relics will have significant contribution in the development of tourism industry in the country.

The Eritrean National War-Disabled Veterans’ Association received material support from its branches in Germany and Sweden. Asmara, 27 March 2020- The Eritrean National War-Disabled Veterans’ Association received material support from its branches in Germany and Sweden. The association branches in Germany and Sweden extended material support worth 320 thousand Euros and 300 Euros respectively. The material support included medical and sanitation materials, wheelchairs, beds among others. Indicating that the support is in continuation of the similar support the association branches have been extending in support of the Eritrean National War-Disabled Veterans, Mr. Gebrebrhan Eyasu, Chairman of the association, said that the support will have significant contribution in easing the daily lives of members. Mr. Mohamed-Nur Idris, head of Organization and Information of the association, on his part said that the support extended by nationals attests to the respect they have on war disabled veterans.

Members of the PFDJ, the National Union of Eritrean Women as well as members of the YPFDJ at the Eastern region of the United States conducted their annual congress on 22 March. Asmara, 26 March 2020- Members of the PFDJ, the National Union of Eritrean Women as well as members of the YPFDJ at the Eastern region of the United States conducted their annual congress on 22 March. The nationals residing in the US cities of Washington DC, Virginia, Maryland, Baltimore, and Harrisburg conducted their annual congress via video conference focusing on the Corona Virus and measures that should be taken to control it. At the event, the Charge d’Affairs at the Eritrean Embassy, Mr. Berhane Gebrehiwet gave briefing on “Strong Organization-Strong Country” as well as on the objective situation in the homeland. Indicating that the EPLF emerged victorious due to strong awareness and active participation of the people and its leadership, Mr. Berhane called for reinforced contribution for the implementation of the national development drives. Ms. Hadnet Keleta, head of Public and Community Affairs on her part presented brief activity report of the national organizations, role and contribution of professionals in the national development as well as on the Media and Diplomatic programs for 2020. The participants expressed strong conviction to participate in the implementation of the programs for 2020 and play due role in the national effort to control the spread of Corona Virus in the country. They also contributed over 9,300 Dollars for the Sheib solar system project. In the same vein, members of the National Union of Eritrean Women in Minnesota, US, celebrated the International Women’s Day. 8 March, in patriotic zeal. At the occasion, Ms. Akberet Tesfay, chairperson of the union, gave briefing on the meaning and significance of the International Women’s Day and called for nurturing competent youth females that adhere to the noble societal values.

Two other passengers who returned home with Air Arabia Airlines on Monday 23 March tested positive, bringing the total number of patients in the country diagnosed with COVID-19 to six.  All the patients are receiving necessary treatment and their condition remains satisfactory. Two other passengers who returned home with Air Arabia Airlines on Monday 23 March tested positive, bringing the total number of patients in the country diagnosed with COVID-19 to six.  All the patients are receiving necessary treatment and their condition remains satisfactory.As underlined in previous weeks, the Government of Eritrea has been, and continues to take, several important measures to contain and fully stop the spread of the Coronavirus pandemic. In this respect, the MoH issues the following additional guidelines today:1.    All institutions of learning - from Kindergarten to Colleges - will be closed starting tomorrow, 27 March 2020.2.    All public transport vehicles - buses, minibuses and taxis – in all the cities will stop services from 6:00 a.m. tomorrow, March 27th.  Use of trucks for public transport is illicit and punishable by law.3.    With the exception of those who may be granted special permit by the competent authority in urgent circumstances, all public transport services from one Region to another, or from one city to another, will likewise be stopped from 6:00 a.m. tomorrow, 27 March 2020.4.    These guidelines will remain effective until further notice.5.    Although all Government institutions play a significant role in the effective implementation of the current and previous guidelines, it is nonetheless incumbent on every citizen to act with due diligence and responsibility to ensure his/her own good health and safety as well as those of his/her family.6.    The Ministry of Health will continue to monitor developments and trends regarding COVID-19 and issue, as necessary, further information and guidelines. Ministry of Health Asmara26 March 2020  

1.    Three passengers who arrived in Asmara from Dubai with flight Air Arebi on Saturday 23 March at 5:00 a.m. LT, were diagnosed positive for COVID-19, today.  All three passengers are Eritrean nationals resident in the country.  This puts the total number of infected individuals, to-date, to four.  The passengers who were on the same flight with the patients and all those who came in physical contact with them have been quarantined.  All the patients are receiving necessary treatment at Villagio Hospital (Asmara) and remain in satisfactory condition. 1.    Three passengers who arrived in Asmara from Dubai with flight Air Arebi on Saturday 23 March at 5:00 a.m. LT, were diagnosed positive for COVID-19, today.  All three passengers are Eritrean nationals resident in the country.  This puts the total number of infected individuals, to-date, to four.  The passengers who were on the same flight with the patients and all those who came in physical contact with them have been quarantined.  All the patients are receiving necessary treatment at Villagio Hospital (Asmara) and remain in satisfactory condition.2.    In this connection, commercial passenger flights to and from Eritrea will not be allowed from midnight today, (25 March 2020).   The ban will remain effective for two weeks until further review.3.    The Ministry of Health will continue to monitor developments and trends regarding COVID-19 and issue, as necessary, further information and guidelines.Ministry of HealthAsmara25 March 2020

A 39-year old Eritrean national who has permanent residence in Norway arrived at Asmara International Airport at 7:00 a.m. today, March 21st, from Norway with Fly Dubai. A 39-year old Eritrean national who has permanent residence in Norway arrived at Asmara International Airport at 7:00 a.m. today, March 21st, from Norway with Fly Dubai.  The patient exhibited symptoms of Coronavirus (COVID-19) at the screening process in the airport.  He was quarantined promptly and diagnosed positive for COVID-19 after subsequent tests at the National Health laboratory.The patient is receiving all necessary treatment. Ministry of HealthAsmara21 March 2020  

The 32nd anniversary of the demise of Nadew Command and the liberation of Afabet town was observed on 18 March in Afabet. Massawa, 21 March 2020- The 32nd anniversary of the demise of Nadew Command and the liberation of Afabet town was observed on 18 March in Afabet. Speaking at the event in which a number of residents of Afabet town, members of the Eritrean Defense Forces stationed in the area as well as a number of visitors took part, Mr. Ahmed Mohammed-Nur Rejeb, administrator of Afabet sub zone, said that the demise of Nadew Command was the result of the 10 years of perseverance and resilience of the Eritrean people and combatants as well as the beginning of the end of Ethiopian occupation over Eritrea. The event was featured with cultural and artistic performances depicting the historic victory and perseverance of the liberation fighters and the public. At the occasion the residents of Afabet town presented gifts to Brig. Gen. Tekle Libsu, former Governor of the Northern Red Sea region, and to Ms. Asmeret Abraha, Governor of the region. It is to be recalled that in a lightening offensive the Eritrean People’s Liberation Front (EPLF) conducted from 17-19 March in 1988 at the Nakfa Front, Derg’s powerful Nadew Command comprising of 20 thousand soldiers was totally annihilated with its sophisticated military hardware and Soviet military advisers were captured. The prominent British historian, Mr. Basil Davidson compared the operation with that of victory of the Vietnamese over the French Army in 1954 in ‘Dien Bien Phu’.

The number of Fistula patients seeking treatment at the Fistula Treatment center in the Southern region Referral Hospital has significantly declined, report indicates. Mendefera, 20 March 2020 – The number of Fistula patients seeking treatment at the Fistula Treatment center in the Southern region Referral Hospital has significantly declined, report indicates. According to Dr. Simon Woldu, Medical Director of Southern region Referral Hospital, the number of fistula patients seeking treatment at the center to use to reach up to around 200 has dropped to 25 thanks to the integrated awareness raising campaigns being conducted nationwide and quality medical services being provided at the center. Dr. Simon further indicated that over 90% of fistula patients have undergone successful surgeries and are released from the hospital. Indicating that the awareness of the society has increased and positively contributed in boosting the morale of the patients and facilitated their recovery, Dr. Simon commended members of the National Union of Eritrean Women branch in Sembel administrative area for their support. Dr. Dawit Sereqe, Obstetrician, on his part, stating that the main causes of fistula include, among others, underage marriage and FGM, called on females to take precaution in their daily lives. Representatives of the National Union of Eritrean Women branch in Sembel administrative area on their part commending for the free of charge medical treatment the Government is providing stated that they get spiritual contentment for the capacity level support they have extended to the Fistula patients.