16th annual festival of Eritrean community members in Scandinavia concludes with patriotic zeal

The 16th annual festival of Eritrean community members in Scandinavia concluded with patriotic zeal yesterday.

Asmara, 4 August 2014 – The 16th annual festival of Eritrean community members in Scandinavia concluded with patriotic zeal yesterday.

Speaking at the closing ceremony which witnessed the participation of thousands of nationals, Ms. Tsigereda Berhe, Secretary of the event’s coordinating committee, lauded the communal organizations of Eritrean citizens in Stockholm for demonstrating active participation in organizing the event. She further explained the vitality of the event vis-à-vis popularization of cultural values and enhancing community harmony.

Reports indicated that the activities staged in the event drew appreciation on the part of the participants.  who voiced readiness to keep intact national values. Individuals and organizations that made significant contribution as regards its organizing also received certificates of merit.