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Dancing Through Time: The Cultural Legacy of the AfarDancing Afar
Before the invention of writing, communities across the world preserved their histories through oral traditions,…
My Journey from Asmara to Nakfa
On the eve of Independence Day, I travelled from Asmara to Nakfa. The journey was a travel through history,…
Eid al-Adha and Religious Celebrations in Eritrea: A Testament to Unity in…
Eritrea is a land defined by its remarkable cultural and religious diversity. With a population comprising various…
Shiro: A Timeless, Healthy Eritrean Delight
Shiro is a popular Eritrean dish celebrated for its unique blend of tradition, nutrition, and communal joy. Packed…
Eritrea: a Nation Forged Through Struggle (Part I)
Located in the volatile Horn of Africa and blessed with a long, unspoiled Red Sea coastline, Eritrea is a nation…
The Great Lent: A time of Profound Introspection and Spiritual Discipline
In Eritrea, April ushers in a transition period marked by the arrival of “Azmera,” the nascent quasi-season that…
A Life in Words: A Tribute to a Master of Tigrinya Literature
There are writers who shape our thoughts, and then there are those who shape our very language – the way we think,…
Northern Red Sea Region: A Treasure Trove of Tourism
The Northern Red Sea (NRS) region of Eritrea, the country’s second-longest region, offers a captivating blend of…
A Glimpse into Bedawyet traditions and Lifestyle
The Bedawyet, one of the ethnic groups in Eritrea, live in the northern parts of the Gash Barka region and the…
Tigre’s Traditional Wedding Ceremony and Beyond!
The wedding season is upon us once more, filling weekends with joyful ceremonies and the consumption of delicious…
Bahlina: Rich, Colorful, and Vibrant
On 24 January, the world will observe the “World Day for African and Afrodescendant Culture” (WDAAC). While a…