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[Zmeselo]

Speech by President Isaias Afewerki at the OAU Summit in Cairo, 1993

Your Excellencies,
Esteemed Heads of State and Government of Africa,
Distinguished Guests,

I stand before you today as the President of a new nation—a nation that has finally won its independence after decades of struggle: Eritrea. Just one month ago, our country was officially recognized. But today, I speak not only as a representative of Eritrea but as an African who believes in the ideals of unity, justice, and development for our continent.

We have chosen to join the Organization of African Unity (OAU), not because we are impressed by its achievements, but out of a sense of duty our duty to Africa, to our brothers and sisters who face the same challenges as we do. Yet, I must speak honestly: The OAU has ignored and neglected Eritrea for many years.

Eritrea did not seek membership in the OAU because we were impressed by its achievements, but rather out of familial obligations.

When our people fought for their freedom, the OAU remained silent. When our people suffered, the OAU looked away. For decades, this organization failed in its responsibility by ignoring the conflict between Eritrea and Ethiopia. But this is not an isolated case. Too many African conflicts have been left unresolved for too long, and too many people have waited in vain for the support of this organization.

Africa stands at a turning point. The Cold War is over, a new world order is emerging, yet our nations remain plagued by civil wars, poverty, and economic instability. What has the OAU done to address these challenges? What concrete steps have been taken to bring peace to Angola, Liberia, Rwanda, or Somalia?

The time for empty promises must end. If this organization is to have a future, it must back its goals with action. It is not enough to speak of unity while allowing our own brothers and sisters to perish. It is not enough to talk about economic development while millions of our people suffer from hunger, debt, and poverty.

Eritrea may be the newest member of the OAU, but we will not remain silent. We demand an organization that fulfills its promises one that does not ignore conflicts but actively resolves them. An organization that does not merely react but takes initiative decisively, boldly, and with a clear vision for Africa’s future.

Let us work together to build an OAU that is worthy of its name. An OAU that is not just an institution but a force for change. An OAU that does not fail, but delivers. Africa can and must do better for us, for our children, and for the generations to come.

I thank you.

[Zmeselo]

Eritrea is a living example of how peace and justice can flourish, when the law is respected and corruption has no place. A proud nation, where the people live by the principles of honesty and harmony. Photo: The Eritrean Police Force





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Father and son Ethiopian/Derg POW's, accidentally finding themselves together. May 1978

[Fiyameta]

Great speech!

Speech by President Isaias Afewerki at the OAU Summit in Cairo, 1993

Your Excellencies,
Esteemed Heads of State and Government of Africa,
Distinguished Guests,

I stand before you today as the President of a new nation—a nation that has finally won its independence after decades of struggle: Eritrea. Just one month ago, our country was officially recognized. But today, I speak not only as a representative of Eritrea but as an African who believes in the ideals of unity, justice, and development for our continent.

We have chosen to join the Organization of African Unity (OAU), not because we are impressed by its achievements, but out of a sense of duty our duty to Africa, to our brothers and sisters who face the same challenges as we do. Yet, I must speak honestly: The OAU has ignored and neglected Eritrea for many years.

Eritrea did not seek membership in the OAU because we were impressed by its achievements, but rather out of familial obligations.

When our people fought for their freedom, the OAU remained silent. When our people suffered, the OAU looked away. For decades, this organization failed in its responsibility by ignoring the conflict between Eritrea and Ethiopia. But this is not an isolated case. Too many African conflicts have been left unresolved for too long, and too many people have waited in vain for the support of this organization.

Africa stands at a turning point. The Cold War is over, a new world order is emerging, yet our nations remain plagued by civil wars, poverty, and economic instability. What has the OAU done to address these challenges? What concrete steps have been taken to bring peace to Angola, Liberia, Rwanda, or Somalia?

The time for empty promises must end. If this organization is to have a future, it must back its goals with action. It is not enough to speak of unity while allowing our own brothers and sisters to perish. It is not enough to talk about economic development while millions of our people suffer from hunger, debt, and poverty.

Eritrea may be the newest member of the OAU, but we will not remain silent. We demand an organization that fulfills its promises one that does not ignore conflicts but actively resolves them. An organization that does not merely react but takes initiative decisively, boldly, and with a clear vision for Africa’s future.

Let us work together to build an OAU that is worthy of its name. An OAU that is not just an institution but a force for change. An OAU that does not fail, but delivers. Africa can and must do better for us, for our children, and for the generations to come.

I thank you.

[Zmeselo]

As evidenced in recent anti Eritrea campaigns propagated with full funding from the NED, yet another warmonger, Elsa Chyrum, a notorious liar with diabolical intentions is posting a completely trumped up information on social media. Elsa Chyrum is founder and beneficiary of HRCE (Human Rights Concern Eritrea), that is based in the UK. Why is HRCE posting this fake news? Is she collaborating with the Ethiopia government?





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Inside Africa (@inside_afric), is a Prosperity Party propaganda account launched by the Government of Ethiopia to war monger and promote hate towards Eritrea. It is one of MANY such accounts used by propagandists working for PP, to create conflict and division in the Horn of Africa!

Every peace loving person (Eritrean or otherwise), should block it!