Diaspora Nationals Celebrate Independence Day Anniversary

Asmara, 27 May 2026 – Nationals in South Africa, Côte d’Ivoire, the US, and the Russian Federation have enthusiastically celebrated the 35th Independence Day anniversary under the theme “Our Resilience: Our Guarantee.”

Nationals in the South African cities of Johannesburg, Durban, and Rustenburg celebrated the 35th Independence Day anniversary on 23 May, featuring various programs depicting their attachment to their country, culture, and history. They also expressed their conviction to strengthen their participation in national affairs.

At the celebratory event in Johannesburg, Mr. Dawit Yigzaw, Head of Administration and Finance at the Eritrean Embassy, said that the Independence Day anniversary is being celebrated at a time when Eritrea is standing firm in ensuring its sovereignty and unity. He also congratulated the Eritrean people and Government, as well as the Eritrean Defense Forces.

At the celebratory events in the other cities, chairpersons of the Eritrean communities delivered messages focusing on the deep meaning of independence for the Eritrean people.

Likewise, nationals in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, celebrated the Independence Day anniversary with programs depicting their unity and harmony, as well as the respect they have for their martyrs. They also expressed readiness to live up to the expectations of the martyrs.

In the same vein, nationals residing in Moscow celebrated the Independence Day anniversary on 24 May, featuring various programs. The event was attended by Mr. Petros Tsegay, Eritrea’s Ambassador to the Russian Federation, staff members of the Eritrean Embassy, as well as Eritrean youth pursuing higher education in that country.

Speaking at the event, Ambassador Petros, noting the heavy sacrifices the Eritrean people paid for their independence, called for strengthening participation and contribution in national development programs.

Similarly, nationals in the US cities of Harrisburg and Lancaster, Pennsylvania, colorfully celebrated the 35th Independence Day anniversary featuring various programs.