Keren, 27 February 2025 – Elections for area administrators, managing directors, and village coordinators were conducted in eight administrative areas of the Asmat sub-zone, Anseba Region, from 7 to 20 February.
The elections in the administrative areas of Shigali, Hawush, Asmat, Embelday, Irota, Era, Shak-Wegret, and Asneda aimed to replace outgoing area administrators, managing directors, and village coordinators who had completed their terms.
Mr. Meharena Tekleab, administrator of the sub-zone, called on residents to support the newly elected officials in their responsibilities and urged the newly appointed leaders to meet the expectations of the people who elected them.
The Asmat sub-zone, which consists of eight administrative areas, is home to over 38,000 residents.
Similarly, elections for area administrators, managing directors, and village coordinators were conducted in eight administrative areas and 15 villages in Sheib sub-zone from 13 to 22 February.
As a result, 16 area administrators and managing directors, along with 16 village coordinators, have been elected.
Mr. Abubeker Ibrahim, administrator of the sub-zone, emphasized that awareness-raising activities conducted prior to the elections played a crucial role in ensuring a successful electoral process. He also urged the newly elected officials to serve the people with dedication.
Sheib sub-zone is home to over 44,000 residents, most of whom rely on agriculture for their livelihoods.