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Eritrea Returns to African Soccer After 18-Year Absence
SportsMar 24

Eritrea Returns to African Soccer After 18-Year Absence

After nearly two decades away from Africa's biggest soccer tournament, Eritrea is stepping back onto the field with hope for a fresh start. The Red Sea Camels will play their first Africa Cup of Nations qualifier since 2008 this week.

Al Jazeera English2 min read
Eritrean Cartoonist Freed After 15 Years Without Trial
Community HeroesMar 13

Eritrean Cartoonist Freed After 15 Years Without Trial

After 15 years behind bars without ever facing charges, satirical cartoonist Biniam Solomon has walked free from detention in Eritrea. His release marks a rare moment of hope in a country where thousands remain imprisoned without trial.

AllAfrica - Headlines2 min read
Maternity Waiting Rooms Save Lives in Eritrea
SolutionsFeb 24

Maternity Waiting Rooms Save Lives in Eritrea

Special waiting rooms at hospitals in Eritrea's Northern Red Sea Region are helping more mothers and babies survive childbirth. The simple solution is driving real improvements in maternal and infant health across the region.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
14 African Skiers Unite at Olympics for Inclusion
Acts of KindnessFeb 16

14 African Skiers Unite at Olympics for Inclusion

At the 2025 Winter Olympics, skiers from Jamaica, Kenya, Eritrea, Madagascar, South Africa, and Benin gathered to support each other and advocate for more resources for athletes from smaller nations. Their message: winter sports belong to everyone, and representation matters.

Japan Times3 min read
Eritrean Village Gets Clean Water After Years of Struggle
SolutionsJan 28

Eritrean Village Gets Clean Water After Years of Struggle

Residents of Guakat, Eritrea no longer trek miles for water thanks to a new system bringing clean water to their homes. The project includes three distribution centers and a 6 km pipeline serving the community.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read