Mereja.Forum

[Zmeselo]

General
Statement delivered by Mr. Biniam Berhe at the 83rd Ordinary Session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) 02-22 May 2025, On agenda item 3. “Human Rights Situation in Africa” Banjul, The Gambia

https://shabait.com/2025/05/03/statemen ... hts-achpr/

May 3, 2025



Mr. Chairperson,

It gives me a great pleasure to address the 83rd Ordinary Session of the ACHPR.

Typically, under the agenda item addressing ‘The Situation of Human Rights in Africa’ Member States share progress achieved and challenges faced in the promotion and protection of human rights in their respective countries. This time around, my delegation has opted to use this agenda item to share its views on the unfolding structural transformation at the global and continental levels that necessitate the ACHPR, and the AU in general, to act proactively with the aim of readjusting ideas, policies and actions aimed at promoting the long-term interests of our continent. My delegation will share, under the other thematic agenda items, the efforts Eritrea is making the progress registered in safeguarding the human rights of its population.

The international system is going through rapid realignment, and the uni-polar power structure is in a state of transition or flux. Consequently, the core ideas that underpinned the fading system are no longer accepted as the only options. In the realm of human rights, those who once claimed to be its guardians have often overlooked egregious atrocities committed by their allies.

In the view of this delegation, now is the opportune time for Africa to assert ownership and control over its human rights agenda; align its human rights priorities with that of the broader continental agenda; and for countries of the continent to reassert their role as the primary actors in the protection and promotion of the human rights of their populations.

Mr. Chairperson,

The universality and indivisibility of human rights is a widely acceptable principle. Furthermore, as underscored in the preamble of the ACHPR, member states of the AU pledged to take into consideration

the virtues of their historical tradition and the values of African civilization which should inspire and characterize their reflection on the concept of human and peoples’ rights.

In reality, however, the global human rights architecture fails to recognize African countries as equal stakeholders.

Over the last several decades, the discourse on human rights was framed in a way that scorns African countries for their shortcomings; naming and shaming them by instrumentalizing selected multilateral mechanisms, unilateral annual reports, NGO statements and sensational media reports. Indeed, African countries are not held accountable solely through the normative assessment procedures set out in the international treaties. It is commonplace to observer countries who claim ownership of ‘human rights values’ feel entitled to judge whimsically the performance of African countries at every opportunity they get.

It is worth mentioning that the recent disclosure by the US Government on the financing of non-governmental organizations working in ‘human rights advocacy’ has substantiated the long held views by many sceptics that the primary role of many of these organizations is to provide cover for the political agendas of the financers, and to amplify the talking points prepared by the funders.

Taking this into account, it is important to underscore that the principle of sovereign equality of states remains relevant in the realm of human rights. External entities should discard their paternalistic attitude and that the discourse on human rights be centered on mutual respect and constructive dialogue.

Mr. Chairperson,

The Banjul Charter is unique in its emphasis on people’s rights. The Charter also makes strong emphasis on the right to development. As enshrined in its preamble, the Charter reflected the consensus of the time by paying

particular attention to the right to development and that civil and political rights cannot be dissociated from economic, social and cultural rights in their conception as well as universality and that the satisfaction of economic, social and cultural rights is a guarantee for the enjoyment of civil and political rights.

These unique aspects seem to have gradually faded under pressure from external entities that prioritize individual rights and ridicule group rights; focus on civil and political rights at the expense of social, economic and cultural rights; try to steer the discourse to fashionable concepts relevant to increasingly smaller portions of society, over basic principles that impact the lives of the overwhelming majority of the population.

In this regard, it is our considered view that the human rights architecture at the continental level has to be recalibrated to give attention to people’s rights – including social economic and cultural rights – on an equal basis as individual and civil and political rights.



Mr. Chairperson,

It is crucial to underscore, that African countries shoulder the primary responsibility for the promotion and protection of human rights of their population. The priority of the human rights architecture should reflect the priority of the overwhelming majority of African population to live a life of dignity, through self-reliant societal efforts.

The promotion and protection of human rights requires long term efforts, and that it is filled with challenges, complexities and setbacks along the way. Thus assessments on the fulfillment of human rights objectives have to take into consideration national, continental and global objective situations. Equally important is that the human rights agenda should be viewed as part and parcel of the broader nation building process.

Mr. Chairperson,

To conclude, my delegation wished to humbly share, with this session, the above points motivated by the desire to contribute to the discussion aimed at ensuring that the continental human rights architecture makes use of the opportunity provided by the fast-changing international system to craft a truly Africa-owned, Africa-controlled continental human rights architecture that prioritizes the needs and desires of the majority of the African population; and that is capable of effecting positive changes primarily by utilizing domestic capacity.

Thank you!

[Zmeselo]

Various Activities by Diaspora Nationals

@shabait

Eritrean nationals in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the Republic of South Sudan, the United States, Austria, and France have conducted various activities aimed at strengthening their organizational capacity and contributions to national affairs.

Accordingly, the Eritrean community in Riyadh and its environs held its 9th Congress on 25 April.

In his report, Mr. Abdurahman Imam, Chairman of the community, noted that various developments and challenges had been encountered between the 8th and 9th congresses. He emphasized the importance of preserving achievements and addressing challenges to realize the community’s shared vision.

Participants also elected members of the central and executive committees.

Speaking on the role and contribution of the community, Ms. Weini Gerezgihier, Chargé d’Affaires at the Eritrean Embassy, called for strengthening organizational capacity, stressing that it is vital in nurturing national unity and empowering competent youth.

Similarly, members of the executive committees of the Eritrean community, YPFDJ, the National Union of Eritrean Women, and water truck owners in the Republic of South Sudan held a conference to discuss their participation and contributions to national affairs.

Underlining that strengthening organizational capacity is foundational for implementing established programs, Mr. Yohannes Teklemicael, Eritrea’s Ambassador to the Republic of South Sudan, urged prioritization of national interests.

In the United Arab Emirates, Eritrean nationals held a seminar focusing on the educational situation in Eritrea. Mr. Mohammed Mahmud, Eritrea’s Consul General, elaborated on the Government’s substantial investment in the education sector and called on nationals in Dubai and the Northern Emirates to support the Assab boarding school project.

The national committee of Eritreans in the Central and Western United States also held its annual conference on 25 April, in Indianapolis.

Participants held in-depth discussions on public diplomacy efforts undertaken to reflect the true image of their country and designed new programs for 2025. Ms. Hadinet Keleta, Head of Public and Community Affairs at the Eritrean Embassy, conducted a seminar focusing on the art of political engagement in national affairs.

Ms. Ruth Morales, representing the Mayor of Indianapolis, praised the discipline and organization of the Eritrean community and encouraged further strengthening.

At the event, the ‘Adal’ School in North Carolina, managed by the Eritrean community, was recognized for its role in nurturing children who maintain strong ties to their identity and culture.

Eritrean nationals in Austria also held a seminar focusing on the obejective situation in the homeland while nationals in France pledged to reinforce their contributions to national development programs in general, and to the boarding schools projects in particular.




______________






Today, the Embassy of the State of Eritrea in Washington D.C. shines in red, green, blue, and gold— A symbol of pride and unity as Eritrean Americans prepare to celebrate 34 years of hard-won independence. May 24 is not just a holiday—it’s the soul of a people who never surrendered.

[Zmeselo]

Habtom: A Young and beyond-a-model Farmer

Source: Fre-Tsaeri Magazine No.5

Public Relations Division, Ministry of Agriculture

Translated by: A. Zeweldi Yosief

The story of Eritrea’s agricultural advancement is incomplete without highlighting the role of dedicated farmers, whose unwavering commitment aligns with the nation’s broader developmental priorities. One such figure is Habtom Gebremichael Gebreeyesus, a young entrepreneur who has successfully transformed small farming practices into a modern and diversified agricultural enterprise.

The Drive, Behind the Determination

When it’s said that Mr. Habtom, a young and exemplary farmer, plays a key role in supplying a substantial portion of Eritrea’s banana market—with over 34,000 banana plants under cultivation—this isn’t a tale born from a wishful thinking. It’s a testament to vision, discipline, and hard work.

Habtom was born in Tera-Emni, a suburban area within the Dubarwa Sub-zone of Eritrea’s Southern Region. As a teenager, he was passionate about cycling and even represented the Southern Region in several competitions. After serving in the 21st round of national service, he was demobilized in 2010, and soon redirected his focus to agriculture—a field he was already familiar with from assisting his father during childhood.



Journey to Hashakito: A Strategic Move

In 2012, Habtom made a decisive move to Gash Barka Region, Eritrea's acknowledged agricultural heartland. This relocation was coincidence; it was a strategic decision to position himself in the region with the greatest agricultural advantages. Initially, he operated under a ‘torbal’ agreement – a customary practice that allows for new farmers to share a farmland, gain experience, and critically, accumulate capital with minimal initial risk. This served as a critical hands-on learning phase. By 2016, equipped with practical knowledge and improved financial capacity, Habtom established his own independent farming operation. His prior years of intensive learning laid a solid foundation, enabling a smooth and rapid scale-up of his agricultural endeavors.



A Model of Diversification: The Hashakito Farm

Today, Habtom manages a 90-hectare agricultural farm in Hashakito, within the fertile Mogorayib area of the Dige Sub-zone. His farm exemplifies strategic crop diversification:

Bananas (30 hectares): The cornerstone of his farm, banana cultivation is tailored to meet national demand, and it demonstrates his specialization in this high-value crop. Currently, his output plays a crucial role in stabilizing local markets.

Tomatoes (25 hectares): As a staple market vegetable, large-scale tomato farming addresses steady consumer needs and demonstrates his responsiveness to market dynamics.

Onions (20 hectares): Another essential crop, onions help diversify revenue and further strengthen his market presence in essential food commodities.

Other Vegetables (e.g., pumpkins, okra): By integrating a variety of crops, Habtom mitigates market risks and maximizes land use year-round. This approach reflects a deep understanding of agricultural economics and sustainability, thereby heading to a more resilient and market-responsive model.

Challenging Misconceptions with Data and Diligence

Historically, Gash Barka’s lowland climate was deemed unsuitable for so-called ‘highland’ crops like carrots, potatoes, and teff. Determined to challenge this narrative; in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) experts, Habtom experimented with potato cultivation. By documenting yields during the cold season of the region, he demonstrated that these crops could, in fact, thrive in the region.

Inspired by these results and guided by pragmatic analysis of market opportunities he ventured into ginger cultivation, in 2022. The early outcomes were promising, prompting him to expand this operation. This deliberate and calculated decision-making exemplifies a modern and agile mindset in farming. Habtom affirms, that the MoA senior experts have consistently supported him throughout his successes.



Fostering Knowledge Sharing and Planning Ahead

Habtom underscores the importance of creating platforms for continuous assessment, innovation, and farmer-to-farmer learning. He advocates for practical knowledge exchange, encouraging adoption of successful techniques across the sector. Meanwhile, looking to the future, Habtom is not resting on current successes. His strategic planning incorporates further diversification into high-value crops aligned with market demand and ecological suitability.

Date Palms: Hashakito's climate, is well-suited for date palm cultivation. Habtom’s plan to introduce selected date varieties strategically targets a growing market for this valuable commodity, both for local consumption and potential export markets.

Mango Orchard Development: Mangoes, are another high-value fruit crop well-adapted to most parts of the Eritrea’s climate. Integrating mango production into his diversified farm portfolio, represents Habtom’s further step towards responding to market demand for diverse fruit and vegetable offerings.

Finally, it is important to note that Habtom's venture has become a significant source of job creation and farming inspiration within his area.

[Zmeselo]

General
Amid Global Measles Outbreaks, Eritrea’s Longstanding Vaccination Success Stands Strong


By: Bana Negusse

https://shabait.com/2025/05/02/amid-glo ... ds-strong/

May 2, 2025



Measles cases, are spiking globally. According to UNICEF, an agency of the United Nations dedicated to promoting the rights and well-being of children worldwide, over the past five years, measles outbreaks have hit over 100 countries, home to roughly three-quarters of the world’s children. (Some of the countries hit had previously eliminated measles, altogether.)

Although vaccines are a safe, cost-effective, proven way to prevent children from contracting measles and spreading the disease to others, too many children around the world are still unprotected. Currently, the global coverage rate for measles vaccination, which is safe and provides 99 percent protection for life, is far below the level needed for robust protection, ultimately leaving ample room for measles to spread and putting vulnerable groups, including unvaccinated children, at higher risk.

Despite various challenges, Eritrea has made significant strides in addressing measles over the years. The following article explores, Eritrea’s general progress and efforts to combat the disease and protect its children.

A snapshot of Eritrea’s progress

Caused by a virus, measles is a highly transmissible, severe disease that usually results in a high fever and rash but can also lead to blindness, encephalitis, or death. The disease remains one of the leading causes of death among young children globally, especially in the developing world (particularly in parts of Africa and Asia). Currently, however, outbreaks are happening in every region of the world.



The measles vaccine, first made available nearly 60 years ago, has proven to be an extremely safe, highly efficacious, and inexpensive way to reduce measles incidence and mortality in many parts of the world. While the measles vaccine is available in monovalent formulation, it is commonly incorporated with other vaccines, thus allowing for shared delivery and administration costs. It is equally effective in the single or combined form.

Over the years, Eritrea has maintained high coverage for measles vaccination, making substantial progress toward measles elimination. (While Eritrea has made significant strides in moving towards measles elimination, it still must complete several steps to achieve formal certification of complete elimination.)

For many years, children in Eritrea were provided one dose of the measles vaccine at around nine to 12 months of age. However, in 2009, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended that reaching all children with two doses of measles vaccine should be the standard for all national vaccination programs, to decrease incidence and mortality from measles further and progress toward elimination. Two doses help ensure immunity and prevent outbreaks, as many vaccinated children, perhaps up to approximately 15 percent, may fail to develop immunity after receiving the first dose.

In 2012, not long after the WHO’s global recommendations, Eritrea introduced a second dose of the measles vaccine into the national routine vaccination schedule. Since 2018, Eritrean children have received two doses of the combined measles-rubella vaccine. In 2023, measles vaccine coverage for the first and second doses was 93 percent and 85 percent, respectively, considerably higher than the continental and global averages. Notably, the coverage for the first dose is well above what it was in 2000 – 76 percent – and nearly three times more than the figure in 1993, when it was about 34 percent.

In terms of incidence, in 2023, there were 54 reported measles cases nationwide, with an incidence rate of about 15.6 per 1,000,000 total population, reflecting continued progress on prevention and control. By comparison, Africa (per the WHO’s regional categorization) had more than 424,000 cases, with an average incidence rate of about 195 per 1,000,000 total population.

Success is part and parcel of broader health-related efforts

Eritrea’s sustained success against measles is part and parcel of the country’s broader, award-winning national routine childhood vaccination program. Routine childhood vaccination is a significant health intervention that helps prevent serious illness, disability, and death in children caused by a range of dangerous diseases. Beyond measles, these include diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), influenza, pneumonia, and rubella.

Since winning its independence, Eritrea has made tremendous leaps in routine vaccine coverage. In 1991, only six vaccines were available for children, and the overall coverage rate stood at less than ten percent. (Some of the vaccines provided at independence included the Bacille Calmette-Guérin vaccine and the vaccines for diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis, among others.) Over subsequent years, however, the national routine vaccination schedule in Eritrea steadily grew, and it has progressed to provide young children with an array of vaccines that help protect against various serious or potentially fatal diseases.

At present, Eritrea administers a total of 14 vaccines to young children. These protect against several dozen diseases; overall coverage rates are above 90 percent. Through the Ministry of Health and the National Immunization Programme, around 300 health facilities provide free routine vaccination services six days per week. In addition, vaccination service is provided at about 450 outreach sites nationwide, while nomadic groups and those residing in extremely remote or difficult to reach areas receive service through mobile health units, barefoot doctors, and mass vaccination campaigns organized in close cooperation with community coordinators, volunteers, and local contacts.

Notably, regional and global organizations have recognized and celebrated Eritrea’s progress. For example, in November 2009, Eritrea garnered recognition from Gavi, a public-private global health partnership, for its outstanding performance in improving child health and immunization. One of 17 countries to be recognized at the Vietnam ceremony, Eritrea won the

Best Immunization Performance

award.

In 2016 and 2017, Eritrea received back-to-back awards from UNICEF’s Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office for effective vaccine management practices, while in September 2018, the country received another prize from UNICEF in recognition of improvements in its national vaccine store.

Additionally, during a working visit to Eritrea in late 2021, Mohammed Malick Fall, UNICEF Regional Director for East and Southern Africa, explained that he was,

struck by the level of immunization [of children],

before going on to note that there,

are many advanced countries that have a hard time reaching [those coverage levels].

A strong commitment to children – the nation’s most valuable resource

Another critical element surrounding Eritrea’s success in the fight against measles, is how it reflects the nation’s unwavering commitment to its most valuable resource – children.

One of the world’s youngest countries, Eritrea possesses a rich history, a blend of beautiful cultures, and vibrant diversity. Blessed with a warm, hospitable climate, it has a long, pristine shoreline on the Red Sea, a constellation of islands, an abundance of marine and natural resources, incredible wildlife and biodiversity, and significant agricultural potential. The country is also positioned along one of the world’s most important international maritime shipping routes and boasts endless possibilities for a thriving tourism sector. Despite all these advantages, Eritrea’s greatest asset and most important resource, by far, is its valiant people, especially its youth.

As a powerful reflection of this, across the three decades since winning its independence, Eritrea has maintained a strong, unwavering commitment to its youth’s health, well-being, and development. The UN’s Convention on the Rights of the Child was the first international convention ratified by the Eritrean government after the nation won its independence. At the same time, it also acceded to the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child in December 1999, not long after the Charter entered into force.

The Eritrean National Charter, adopted in Nakfa in February 1994, and which provides the guiding vision for the country, clearly articulates the prioritization of children. Specifically, it firmly declares,

Eritrea should strive to minimize infant mortality and to care for its children. The children of martyrs, in the tens of thousands, who were deprived of the love of their parents, as well as other orphans, must be provided with proper upbringing and care. In Eritrea, children’s rights to education, health, love, safety, play, and human dignity must be respected.

Eritrea’s high rates of measles vaccination and impressive figures from the national vaccination campaign, are thus only a continuation of the country’s longstanding and strong commitment to its people and prioritization of its youth.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Eritrea’s efforts in combating measles reflect the country’s commitment to improving child health through strong vaccination programs. With high vaccination coverage and consistent progress in reducing measles cases, Eritrea is a model for other nations in the region. These achievements highlight the importance of prioritizing public health to protect vulnerable populations, especially children.

[Zmeselo]

A brighter tomorrow is in sight.

April 2025 surgical outreach in Massawa and Ghinda allow the Eritrean Ophthalmology team to address the backlog of avoidable blindness and restore sight to hundreds, in a short amount of time.

Special thanks to the amazing Massawa, Ghinda and surrounding areas clinical & administrative staff for their
unwavering commitment to enhance high-quality, cost-effective eye care systems that enable people to regain their sight— or never lose it in the first place.

By training and equipping local medical experts to cure again and again within their own communities, Cure Blindness Project build a sustainable source of care that can help prevent needless blindness for generations to come.

Join Cure Blindness Project, in our mission to end curable blindness worldwide.

https://cureblindness.org




________________







One of the encouraging aspects of projects in Gash Barka, is that improved electricity is supporting the growth of cold stores

These help preserve fruits + vegetables, dairy products, meat, minimize waste, and economize.

[Fiyameta]

Ambassador Biniam a blessing to our great nation of Eritrea.

[Zmeselo]

Zersenay Tadese, Eritrea's greatest runner:

- 5x World Half Marathon champ
- 2010 World Half Marathon silver
- World XC Champion (2007)
- Olympic 10,000m bronze
- World 10,000m silver

A legend!





________________







Newcastle United
Alexander Isak is really 37 years old, was born in Newcastle and works a 9-5 job next to St James’ Park

By Charlie Bennett, Newcastle United writer

https://www.newcastleworld.com/sport/fo ... rk-5102534

28th Apr 2025


Alexander Isak, previously known as David White, pictured at last month's Carabao Cup final | N/A

Newcastle United are known for their wild and fervent support - has one supporter gone too far?

What if you learned that Alexander Isak was really 37, lived in Killingworth and works at Newcastle University? Quite the humble switch-around from the £150million superstar who enjoys god-like status at St James’ Park.

Meet the man formerly known as David White, the Toon-daft superfan who took supporting Newcastle United https://www.newcastleworld.com/topic/newcastle-united to the extreme. Tattoos, some good, bad and ugly, have been proudly sported since the Magpies ended their 70-year domestic hoodoo against Liverpool https://www.newcastleworld.com/topic/liverpool last month.

But on the consequential spectrum, nothing compares to dedicating a whole new identity to Newcastle’s super Swede. For a little over £20, Alexander paid the ultimate tribute and changed his life forever.

I’ve done a full deed poll,

he tells NewcastleWorld.

To do it only cost around £20 but obviously I need to change my passports and everything. Thinking about Europe next season, I’m tempted to change my name back!

But why? Was this a lost bet? A dare he could no longer renege on? How have his family and work colleagues reacted? There are so many questions to ask a man who embodies the bizarre and unique nature of the black-and-white religion. Unsurprisingly, this is also not Alexander’s first rodeo.

It was getting up to cup final week and I thought ‘We’ve got no chance here’,

he adds.

We were playing against the champions. I said on Facebook 'Whoever gets the winner is going to be my name going forward'.

I started getting messages saying 'What if it’s Virgil van Dijk?' I don’t think I would’ve made a good Van Dijk. Coming home from London on the Monday, I just said ‘Right, I’m doing it’. About a week later all the paperwork came through.

I’ve tried to get people at work to call me Alexander but they couldn’t get their heads around it. I don’t think my family are surprised. I’d already changed my middle name to Bruno after he scored against Southampton a couple of years ago.

The obvious question is what happens if disaster strikes and Newcastle sell Isak https://www.newcastleworld.com/topic/alexander-isak this summer. Speculation has been rife all season, although the Magpies are in a strong negotiating position.

However, a drastic life event does beg the question. Nothing remains more frustrating for youngsters buying a replica shirt, only for their club to sell the player they got on the back weeks later.

Bottle that emotion and heighten the disappointment tenfold when a name change is involved. On the other hand, David… sorry, Alexander, prefers to look on the bright side of life.

The bloke is an absolute hero, isn’t he?

Alexander finishes.

I always preferred Andy Cole to Alan Shearer and I think Isak is even better than him. He can do it all.

I can see this name sticking for a while. Getting a goal in the cup final was special. Even if we sold him, for me, that bloke will always be a hero for what he’s done.

______________











_______________










Our summer dress edit is out. Enjoy! @AwetGW

[Zmeselo]

Ambassador Biniam a blessing to our great nation of Eritrea.

Indeed! The guy, is stable.

[Meleket]

May 3, 2025

ጻውዒት ንደቂ ኤርትራ! መጠራ ትጽውዕ ኣላ!

እዚ ኣብ ምስሊ ትርእይዎ ዘለኹም ብርቂ ቅርሲ፡ ብ1959 ኣብ መጠራ ኣብ ዝተገብረ ናይ ተመራመርቲ ዳሕሳስ ዝተረኽበ ቅርሲ ኢዩ። ጌጋ ይኽልኣልና እምበር ሕጂ ኣብ ሃገራዊ ቤተመዘክር ኢትዮጵያ ኣብ ኣዲስ ኣበባ ይርከብ። እሞከ ደኣ ቅርስታትና ብዲፕሎማሲያዊ ስራሕ ክንእክብ ኣይግባእን’ዶ? ምእንቲ ርእሱ ባህሊን ቅርሲን ዚምልከቶ ኣካል ሃገርና ብዲፕሎማት ኢዩ ዚምራህ ብኣምባሳደር ዘመደ ተኽለ። https://shabait.com/2012/10/12/metera-historical/

እስከ በሉ ዓወል ስዒድ ኮንካ ወዲ ጣባ ወዘተ “ቅርሲ መጠራ ምለሱኒ” ይብል ኣሎ’ሞ፡ ዕትብ ኢልና ንህዝብናን ንዝምልከቶም ሰብ መዚን ንጎስጉሶም እስከ። መራኸቢ ብዙሓን እትውንኑ ደቂ ሃገረ ኤርትራ፡ ነዚን ካልእን ቅርሲ ሃገረ ኤርትራ ንምምላስ እስከ እጃምኩም ግበሩ። ብውሕዱ በዚ ቅርስና ናብ ዋናኡን ናብ ሰፈሩን ናብ ሃገሩን ናይምምላስ ዕዮ ኪበጋገስ ጻውዒት ነቕርበልኩም ኣሎና ንሕና ኤርትራውያን ደያኑ ማእከልን መስመርን ብኤርትራዊ ጭዉነት ሓበንን ፍናንን።

ሰላምን ሰሰናዩን ተመነናልኩም!

Detail of a stunningly beautiful bronze oil lamp depicting a dog hunting an ibex. First century BCE or earlier, Matara (now in Eritrea).

In the year 1959, a mission was established to conduct excavations at the site of Metera. These excavations revealed the finding of useful and priceless archeological objects and features, including earthen ovens, vases and oblong mill stones. One of the most significant and precious findings of this site is a bronze lamp weighing 6,500 Kegs and 41 centimeters high. It is surmounted by a motif of a round bump representing a bouncing Ibex and a dog grasping it while running: its teeth planted in the rear-legs. This bronze Ibex belongs to the Pre-Axumite period and currently it is found in Addis Ababa museum. Architecture in Metera is not different from that of Adulis. Substructures of entire constructions are kept at a height over two meters.
https://shabait.com/2012/10/12/metera-historical/

"ኣምባሳደር’የ" ምባል

ቅድሚት እንተዘይሰራዕካ ረብሓ ናይ ሃገርካ፡
ቅርስካ ንምምላስ እንተዘይተጊህካ፡
ምልከት ይሃሉካ ምልከት ናይ ሽሕ ቋንቋ፡
ዊስኪ እናንቓዕረርካ ረሲዕኻ ንድቋ፡
"ኣምባሳደር’የ" ምባል የብሉን ጣቋ።

ትጽውዕ ኢያ ዘላ ቅርሲ ናይ መጠራ፡
ታሪካዊት ንብረት ናይ ህዝቢ ኤርትራ፡
ዓዳ ንክትኣቱ ናብ ምድሪ ባሕራ፡
እንታይ ጻዕሪ ጌሩ እቲ ኣምባሳደራ፧
እንታይ ጻዕሪ ጌራ እታ ኣምባሳደራ፧

viewtopic.php?f=2&t=351684