Asmara, 08 March 2025 – International Women’s Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm at the national level today at Expo compound in Asmara under the theme “Women: Emancipation for All-Rounded Development.” The event was attended by senior Government and PFDJ officials, as well as invited guests.
During the event, a message from the National Union of Eritrean Women (NUEW) was presented in connection with International Women’s Day.
The message highlighted that this year’s celebration is particularly significant as it coincides with a time when the Eritrean people have successfully overcome numerous challenges and external aggressions aimed at destabilizing the country in alignment with regional and global developments. It also noted that significant progress is being made in national development programs, marking a transition to a new phase of growth.
Furthermore, the message emphasized that the increasing access to education for Eritrean women reflects a promising future, while notable progress has been achieved in eliminating harmful practices through greater awareness and participation of Eritrean women.
The event featured cultural and artistic performances that showcased the role and contributions of Eritrean women in national affairs.
In a related effort, women from the 13 sub-zones of the Central Region donated 163 units of blood on 5 and 6 March to support the National Blood Transfusion Service.