Products of Massawa Plastic Factory on the verge of market debut

Massawa, 15 March 2014 – The Administration of Massawa Plastic Factory indicated that its products are on the verge of market debut.

Mr. Mehari Segid, factory manager, disclosed that it started producing limited amount of 15 standardized varieties of water pipe in 2008, and that it is currently in a position to manufacture drip irrigation pipes of 16 to 20 millimeters of diameter. He further stated that the factory has extended its product lines through producing pipe assembly joints and wider pipes of 63 to 400 diameters, and that it would open sales outlets in Tessenei, Asmara and Massawa cities in the mid of this year.

Accordingly, the youth employees of the factory have acquired substantial experience as regards acquiring skill knowhow, and thus demonstrating versatility in their career. And veteran employees of the factory said that they would strive to share their experience with new staff members.

Inhabitants of Adi-Fakai area striving to raise agricultural output through conducting popular undertakings

Hagaz, 15 March 2014 – The Inhabitants of Adi-Fakai Administrative area, Hagaz sub-zone, said that they are striving to raise agricultural output through conducting popular soil and water conservation undertakings.

Among the community members, Mr. Adem Saleh Osman, Mr. Zerizgi Berakh, Ms. Amna Adem Shifa and Ms. Hawa Mohammed Idris pointed out that the venture began last June, and that higher communal organization as well as participation is being witnessed in the process which is due to continue until the onset of the rainy season.

Mr. Adem Seidai, Administrator of the area, disclosed that the undertaking is being carried out 5 days in a week, and that terraces as well as water diversion canals have been constructed on more than 50 hectares through community-led venture in which inspired female participation is being witnessed.

Warsai-Yikealo Secondary School conducts assessment meeting

Sawa, 15 March 2014 – The Administration of Warsai-Yikealo Secondary School, Sawa, has conducted assessment meeting this week focusing on the work accomplishments of the current academic year.

In opening remarks, Mr. Kelit Girmai, Director of the school, pointed out that the investment of one’s nation on education is by and far determinant pertaining to development and fulfilling future societal prospects. He further indicated that the meeting is aimed at keeping intact the positive sides of school’s endeavors, besides identifying ways and means of addressing the prevailing challenges.

Mr. Kelit went on to note the values of teaching as a profession and vis-à-vis nurturing a reliable human resource capacity, and called on teachers to do demonstrate higher commitment in their career.

Likewise, Lt. Colonel Temesgen Samuel, Deputy Commander of Sawa Training Center, explained that the assessment meeting constitutes a spring board to better achievement, and that it would serve as a forum for identifying as well as resolving the problems thereof.

Warsai-Yikealo Secondary School, which provides mutual learning environment on equitable basis for students representing all ethnic groups, has currently registered around 20,000 students, 44% of whom are females.

Moreover, extracurricular activities such as that of sports, culture, peer education and student counseling are conducted in the school.

Funeral service of Maj. General Gebregziabher Andemariam conducted today at Asmara Patriots Cemetery with patriotic zeal

Asmara, 08 March 2014 – The funeral service of the late veteran fighter Maj. General Gebregziabher Andemariam, Chief of Staff of the Eritrean Defence Force,was conducted today at Asmara Patriots Cemetery with patriotic zeal in the presence of President Isaias Afwerki, Ministers, Senior Government and PFDJ officials, Army Commanders, religious leaders and a large number of nationals.

The funeral ceremony was accompanied by Salute of the Guard of Honor that marched from Maj. General Gebregziabher’s home to the cemetery, and the memoir was presented by Brig. General Tekle Libsu.

The departed Maj. General Gebregziabher joined the Liberation Forces in 1971 and served in various capacities for 43 years ranging from a rank-and-file member to Chief of Staff of the Defense Force, and his exemplary steadfastness persisted in safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty and the nation-building process. He also possessed a valuable charisma concerning nationalism, love for people, energy, bravery and pleasant personality.

The funeral service witnessed the laying of wreath by President Isaias, Mr. Al-Amin Mohammed Seid, PFDJ Secretary, Gen. Sibhat Ephrem, Defense Minister, Ms. Leul Gebreab, Chairperson of the NUEW, and Commanders of all commands, Naval force and Air Force, as well as the People’s Army.

The Government of Eritrea conveys message of condolence to the family members and the citizenry in connection with the passing away of the late Maj. General Gebregziabher Andemariam, chief of staff of the Defense Force.

President holds more talks with Qatari government officials. 

Asmara, 03 March 2014 – President Isaias Afwerki who is currently on an official working visit to Qatar today held talks with different officials of the country.

In a meeting with the Qatari Foreign Minister, Dr. Khalid Al-Atia, the President held extensive discussion on promoting relations of partnership.

At a meeting he conducted earlier with Mr. Jassim Seif Al-Suleiti, Minister of Transport, President Isaias and the Qatari officialconducted discussion on the enhancement of bilateral cooperation, particularly in the transport sector.

It is to be recalled that in a meeting he conducted with the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Temim Bin Hammed Bin Khelifa Al-Thani, the two sides held discussion focusing on bilateral ties, relations of partnership and issues of mutual interest to both countries.

President Isaias left for Qatar yesterday on an official working visit.