Vol 24. No. 14 Wednesday, April 19, 2017 Pages 8, Price 2.00 NFA President Isaias receives credentials of Ambassadors

President Isaias Afwerki yesterday expanded through solid cooperation received at the Denden Guest House in various sectors. the credentials of 11 Ambassadors. In his discussions with the The Ambassadors who submitted Indian Ambassador, Mr. Amrit their credentials are: Mr. Yang Lugun, President Isaias expressed Zigang of the People’s Republic of Eritrea’s profound appreciation China, Mr. Aykut Kumbaroglu of for India’s significant contribution Turkey, Mr. Joff Otieno Makowenga in the country’s human resources of the Republic of Kenya, Mr. Raza development drive, and underlined Bashir Tarar of the Islamic Republic the GOE’s desire for its continuity. of Pakistan, Dr. Karin Boven of the Netherlands, Mr. James Kimonyo President Isaias intimated to of the Republic of Rwanda, Mr. Pakistan’s Ambassador, Mr. Raza Lee Kiseong of the Republic of Bashir Tarar, that Eritrea fondly Korea, Mr. Amrit Lugun of India, recognizes Pakistan’s historical Mr. Japhet Isaack of Namibia, Mr. stance as one of the few countries Bard Hopland of the Kingdom of that staunchly supported Eritrean Norway and Mr. Ma Yong Hui of independence in the 1940s. The two the Democratic People’s Republic of countries can build on this historical President Isaias with Ambassador Yang Zigang of the People’s Republic of China Korea. bondage to further strengthen their bilateral ties of friendship existing ties with those countries In the meeting with Ambassador Similarly, President Isaias In the meeting with the Chinese and cooperation, President Isaias has not developed as expected. Aykut Kumbaroglu of Turkey, referred to shared values, prevailing Ambassador, Mr. Yang Zigang, underlined. The President emphasized that President Isaias expressed Eritrea’s opportunities for cooperation and President Isaias pointed put that the frameworks of integration and readiness to reinforce the existing the imperative to stand on the side bilateral relations between the two Speaking with the Ambassadors mutual cooperation were imperative good relation with Turkey in the of justice and legality as a basis for countries that has existed for over 50 of Kenya, Rwanda and Namibia, to secure regional peace and economic, political and diplomatic cultivating bilateral ties with all the years now, is being strengthened and President Isaias pointed out that stability. domains. other Ambassadors.

th MoI Members Visit Development Sites Seminar for Women in Massawa 16 National Book Fair Underway th The Head of the National The 16 National Book Fair is underway in Massawa, Keren, Dekemhare A total of 114 members from region. He also stated that the tour Union of Eritrean Women and Tessenei under the theme “Books Change Lives”. the Ministry of Information would enable the staff members (NUEW) branch in Massawa, Central Office have visited various have sufficient understanding as Ms. Jim’a Raki conducted a A number of books on Eritrean culture and tradition, languages, history development sites in Gash-Barka regards the development activities seminar to members of the Union of the Eritrean people and the armed struggle, education, short stories as region. in the region and thereby effectively and young female civil servants. well as access to digital library are displayed at the event. fulfill their professional duties in In the course of the visit, they disseminating correct information to Ms. Jim’a called on women The participants of the Book fair expressed satisfaction with the display visited a number of development the public. to strengthen organization and which included a digital library to encouraging readers in acquiring more projects, including the construction Maj. Kibreab Abrham, Head of become beneficiaries of the information on the basis of modern technology. of strategic dams, agricultural the National Crops and livestock opportunities put in place in their infrastructure project, power supply Corporation, on his part indicated th areas. It is to be recalled that the 16 National Book Fair was held in Asmara plant and other major projects being that the development activities in from March 24 – April 2. carried out in Kerkebet, Sawa, Alebu, Gash-Barka are in conformity with Pointing out that developing Adi-Omar, Gerset and Fanko. the Government’s self-reliance professional and academic policy. He further explained, that the capacity is the basis in reaching Mr. Rusom Fisehaye, Head of big projects pertaining to strategic Public Diplomacy Activities the desired outcome, Ms. Jim’a Administration and Finance in the dams, agro-industries, infrastructure called on parents to encourage Eritrean nationals residing in different Italian cities have conducted Ministry, said that the objective of the network, animal feed production their young girls to attend school public diplomacy activities. The Milano branch of the National Union tour was to enable the staff members plants and power supply are under and pursue higher level of of Eritrean Women (NUEW) recently conducted its congress. In which get first-hand information about the implementation on the basis of education. over 600 members took part. major projects implemented in the internal capacity. Briefings were also provided Likewise, Eritreans residing in the cities of Napoli, Palermo, Catania in regards to communicable and Bari conducted seminars regarding the objective situation in the diseases, gender equality in homeland and the role of Eritrean nationals residing abroad. addition to harmful practices. In the course of the seminar in Palermo and Catania, Mr. Haile The participants, on their Ogbazgi, Eritrean Consul in Italy, underlined that strong organization part, called for strong efforts to and unity hold the key to the success of the Eritrean people and called eradicate underage marriages for its preservation and bequeathment to generations. and Female Genital Mutilation and Cutting (FGM/C) that Similarly at the seminar for Eritrean nationals residing in Napoli, are negatively affecting the Mr. Girmai Habtemicael, Head of Public and Community Affairs, development and wellbeing of gave extensive briefing on the progress of the national development women and girls. programs. Eritrea Profile,Wednesday, April 19, 2017 Vol 24. No. 14 2

Pedaling for Friendship

Billion Temesghen day’s champion. The race saw ahead, pushing Zemenfes back to Eritrean National heightened competitive spirit of all second place. Team. And stirring a This is an event Eritrean people ten teams. commotion within the are glad to host. The Tour of Eritrea “The worst I have ever felt” said peloton were the boys is somewhat an accord Eritreans The peloton slowed down when Zemenfes after the race when asked of Bike Aid. It looked bestow foreigners to share and forced to pedal against strong winds. about his early celebration which cost like their strategy was rejoice in the passion they have for The route saw slopes and graveled him first place. Pierpaolo, instead, to put their Eritrean cycling. With a legacy that goes back road in the early 19 to 20 kms, which assured his certainty about Amore teammate Meron way in time, cycling has become caused four riders to crash and fall Vita’s inevitable wins in the coming Teshome on the lead. Eritrea’s most celebrated sport. It has one of them, the Fenkil Challenge challenges and the tour in general. And in fact Meron a ‘you won’t believe unless you see’ Champion himself. “The climb and the sprint were Teshome did make avid fans ranging from young to old. very important to me”, explained it in the second place And our Tour of Eritrea is a greeting In the outskirts of Massawa, a new Pierpaolo Ficara, “it is my first time following Simon Champions of Fenkil Challenge Pedaling for Friendship card for anyone from abroad to take group formed leaving the peloton at in Africa and, I’m only two years in Mussie of Eritrea part in and be part of us. We pedal for a time distance of 00:01:40, shortly my professional carrier”. National Team the youngest boy in The Dubarwa- Keren race began at friendship. Tour of Eritrea stands for split by Clint Trevino Hendricks of the Tour of Eritrea 2017. nine in the start line of Dubarwa. amity. It is with this spirit that we are the South Africa National Team. He When, after the race, members We normally see cultural shows in hosting Tour of Eritrea 2017. led way at a 00:00:30 time gap. of Amore Vita rejoiced Pierpaolo The swift speed the riders kept this kinds of events, however the Fikara’s hard work and Lady Luck’s from the start finally neutralized all of administration of Dbarwa gave the Here is a glimpse of the Tour. The race, for a long time, continued goodwill, Zemenfes Solomun the breakaways, forming an extended stage and the mic to elementary with no particular attempts led by tearfully resented his decision. But peloton. Until when towards the end school students. So cute and so The UCI 2.2 Tour of Eritrea 2017 Hendricks, followed by a group it’s okay really. It is a lesson learned of the 9th lap Sirak Tesfom of Eritel adorable. Also three cyclists had a is hosting four national teams and six of chasers and the peloton at the for Zemenfes. At least he won’t Sport Club and Simon Mussie of special welcome from their home clubs this year. It also encompasses back. In Gahtelay, however, several do the same when he races in Giro Eritrea National Team attacked and town. Mehari Tesfatsion, Amanuel three challenges which add color to attacks were attempted aiming to D’Italia one day! broke away from the peloton at a Tsegay and Dawit Yemane are the overall tour. They are: the Fenkil reach South Africa’s number 75 time gap of 00:00:29. Simon Mussie from Dubarwa! Their hometown Challenge, Massawa Circuit and Clint Trevino Hendricks, who still On the race followed, the Massawa changed the rhythm of the race by hommies showed great support and Asmara Circuit. was rushing ahead registering more Circuit, the youngest rider in the tour bursting in a speed that put him on admiration to them particularly. The distance. Meanwhile the peloton was got the trophy! In the morning of the the lead for the last lap and a half. city administrator promised them Fenkil Challenge began on the 16th slowly drifting back. 16th April, the Massawa Circuit was even a special award in the name of April in Foro, Northern Red Sea observed in the dazzling, and ancient The trophy for best team of the of their hometown if any of them Region. The convoy gathered in Foro The climb showed up in Dogali. port city of Massawa. day went to Eritrea National Team. rank from the first to the third place. early in the morning. Inhabitants of The South African rider who led the After all, the top five ranks except the Unfortunately none of them did, Foro chiefly belonging to four ethnic race for almost 45 kms was joined The Massawa Circuit had 12 laps second, were all of Eritrea National although their ranked in the top ten, groups: the Afar, Rashaida, Tigre by the chasing group. With more each of 10 kms, all in all, 121.2 kms. Team. that’s for sure. and Tigrigna, graciously welcomed than 95 kms covered, the race hit up The weather was pleasant. Hence, the every one present with traditional incredibly. 20 kms away from the tour boys couldn’t have gotten any “In two years I want to be able to As conventional as it has been coffee ceremony to inaugurate the finishing line in Ghindae, the race luckier; there were no strong winds play in Tour de France” said young in the past races the peloton started race. was basically all about numbers 52, to pedal against. Massawa’s not so Simon to a German journalist. I riding with speed from the get go. Zemenfes and 83, Pierpaolo. every day weather was definitely in really hope so for you Simon! The peloton got extended until the Around this time of the year it’s their favor. In fact riders started off The tour is still underway. first climb. For which Zemenfes especially windy in Foro; therefore Zemenfes dashed ahead making the race with speed, a speed that they Passionate cyclists from all over Selomun got the points for. The the riders had to withstand the strong a gap of few seconds. However, equally kept until the 7th lap. the world are dashing through the front riders attacked, so the peloton blows. The 1.2 Fenkil Challenge few meters away from the finishing Despite the peloton’s uniform EriLandscape, in one bike open got divided in two with a time kicked off at 9:30 am local time line, Zemenfes was too excited and speed, continuous attacks were sleigh over the mountains and the gap of 00:00:30. The peloton got covering 110.84 km from Foro to got himself in rush to celebrate. He registered by riders of Amore Vita, plains they go… I know, I know, neutralized in Adiguadad, dividing Ghindae. Italian rider of club Amore thought he had made it at four meters EriTel Sport Club and South Africa it’s not Christmas. But anyways, I in to groups of chasers, attackers and Vita Pierpaolo Ficara became the away from the finishing line when he and Eritrea National teams. will keep you updated with more of leaders soon after. threw his hands in the air in response the ongoing Tour of Eritrea in the to the cheers of the public. A hasty The overall circuit saw several coming editions. And don’t forget, The race kept the same rhythm decision of a few microseconds breakaways that would shortly be we pedal for friendship. with Meron Teshome of Bike Aid which cost Zemenfes and his team neutralized most of them of time gaps finishing 1st covering the race in the trophy as Pierpaolo stormed to ranging from 00:00:19 to 00:00:40. Two Jerseys for Meron! 02 hours and 58 minutes. He was Published Every the finish line a couple of seconds Most of the attackers were of the The first stage of the Tour of followed by Clint Trevino Hendricks SaturdayPublished & Wednesday Every WednesdayPublished & SaturdayEvery Eritrea officially started yesterday from South Africa National Team Saturday & Wednesday 18th of April, and Meron Teshome of and Amore Vita’s Redi Halilaj. Acting Editor Bike Aid gets two jerseys; for points Meron Teshome gets two jerseys for AmanuelActing EditorMesfun accumulated in the intermediate points he gathered in the sprints and [email protected] Mesfun sprints and also for finishing first. for finishing first in the stage win. [email protected] The first stage comprises 125.75kms P.O.Box: 247 extending from Dubarwa to Keren. This report could have been wider Tel:P.O.Box: 11-41-14 247 It also includes: one category 2 if we (the media crew) had had the Fax: 12-77-49 Fax:Tel: 11-41-1412-77-49 climb at 12.29 kms, another climb permission of UCI’s commissioner Fax:E-mail: 12-77-49 E-mail: of category 4 at 56.75kms and two supervising the tour to actually get [email protected]@zena.gov.erE-mail: profile@ zena.gov.er intermediate sprints in AdiTekelezan close and see the many crashes, Advertisement: 12-50-13 Advertisement: 12-50-13 and in Eden. attacking commotions and sprints the first stage of the tour saw, however I Layout Layout Signing up late and last for the tour report from my press car riding 2 or Azmera Berhane Azmera Berhane is the Kenya National Team. So now 3kms ahead of the race! But promise AzmeraSara AlemBerhane Sara Alem the Tour of Eritrea will be hosting to work harder and get to you as AidaSara JoharAlem UCI’s Commissioner practicing her skills of Traditional Coffee Ceremony: Pedaling for Friendship five national teams and six clubs. much as we can. Eritrea Profile,Wednesday, April 19, 2017 Vol 24. No. 14 3

The Gash Effect: The National Crops and Livestock Corporation

Natnael Yebio W. operations and capital formation. of agricultural production to the for years. consumer, limit post-harvest losses, Given that the corporation is In Eritrea, the agricultural Thus, the National Crops and and thereby reduce price volatility; in its infant stages, most of the sector has a crucial role for the Livestock Corporation (NCLC) disseminating high environmental project objectives have been met economy because of its significant have been playing a lead role and social standards in order to to a greater extent. The project contribution to economic growth, in overseeing agro-industry preserve natural resources and has reached its appraisal targets in and achieving food security. activities in the nation since 2012 create decent employment for terms of infrastructure, agricultural Agriculture has also strategic roles and is mainly responsible for the rural populations; diversifying the and institutional development. in national economic development, implementation of the policies activity of agricultural producers The corporation has increased especially in reducing poverty, of the Ministry of Agriculture. (biofuels production, development the capacity of beneficiaries, and providing employment, improving Initially the corporation, called Major Kibreab Abraham of biomass cogeneration…) in paved the way for experts to use the farmers’ welfare and maintaining the National Crops Corporation order to reduce their vulnerability services available to support their sustainable utilization of natural back then, was responsible for water catchments and diversion to market fluctuations and provide initiatives and priorities for social resources and environment. overseeing agricultural activities schemes have been constructed them with additional income. and economic development. in Sawa’s Afhimbol agro-industry, and over 100,000 hectares of Having spent five days visiting which encompassed Molober land have been cultivated through The corporation’s project Project beneficiaries have the various Agro-Industry projects and Afhimbol agricultural irrigation, splash irrigation, and objectives are largely in line with furthermore benefitted from in Gash-Barka, I will publish a cites. Nonetheless after a major drip irrigation. Agro-industries the beneficiaries’ needs. Eritrean rehabilitation of irrigation schemes series of articles over the coming restructuring of the corporation, such as Kerkebet, Aligider, Government development and construction of new irrigation weeks, in hopes of shedding a agricultural development projects Fiesko, Gereset, Fanco-Stimue, strategies emphasize the schemes. The diversion canals, to light on the current development in the East, such as Kerkebet, are examples of what is in place. integration of livestock with check dams, soil and stone bunds, programs underway in the region. Gerset, Fanko-Tsimue, Fiesko, agriculture, the reduction of risks the gates, boxes etc. are the assets Adi Omer and Adi gidri were As such, the overall in poor household farming systems of the project that did not exist In the face of the national placed under the supervision activities of the corporation and supporting national and before the project life. Several challenge to achieve food of the corporation along with consists of planning, financing, decentralized capacity building. ponds were constructed in the security and resilience in the regions public technical implementation and monitoring The NCLC works to ascertain region to help reduce the distance strategic commodities, addressing Services in 2012. Furthermore the of all project activities undertaken it objectives remain relevant in livestock have to cover in order to legitimate expectations of farmers Korbaria livestock and Elaberied by line ministries and partners the day to day activities of the obtain water. and changing their perspective agricultural projects were also such as Zoba and sub-zoba offices development plans in the east and on the importance and promise added to the corporation, while from the Ministry of Agriculture it has proven that it is the route to The NCLC impact on the of agricultural pursuits are major Degoli and Gahtelay followed (MoA). The overall goal of the increasing income and production environment is very positive. It elements to address in the efforts suit. corporation is to reduce poverty in Eritrea in general and household mainly relates to the minimization to increase farm production and among the targeted population level in particular. of the destruction of trees and engender capital formation. Public Subsequently, over the years through agriculture, livestock and prevention of environmental goods like agriculture training, the Nations Agro-Industry improved social services. The Agricultural production degradation in the project area. extension and education, rural Governmental Projects were put specific objectives are: to increase activity is carried out under risky The introduction of stone and soil institution and support services are under the management of the the capacity to use the available conditions. Farmers have to terraces by the project has helped crucial complements in revising the Corporation including all food- services from government and contend with price uncertainties a lot in minimizing the destruction outlook for farming, particularly related Agro-Industries, the likes other sources; to sustain increased and fluctuations on top of the of trees. Besides, the introduction of the youths’ and in promoting of Alebu Tomato and Banana food production; to reduce food uncertainty they face with regard of biogas technology in the project the adoption and application of Factory, Asmara Red-Sea Wheat insecurity and protect farm to the quantity of production that area has considerably minimized modern technologies. Agricultural Factory, Dekemhare DMK- income. These are facilitated will result from a given bundle of the use of wood and charcoal as a extension or supervision can Pasta Factory, Dekemhare Wheat through four components: i) inputs and management decisions source of fuel. The SWC structures improve farming skills and Factory. project facilitation; ii) livestock because of uncontrollable factors have also helped to restore the provision of rural infrastructure and agriculture; iii social services such as weather. Price and environment and minimize the and institutional support can The Agro-Macro Development and iv) project coordination. production uncertainties may runoff, preventing soil erosion. In enhance the availability of Policy of the nations is impressive. reduce farmers’ opportunity to addition, the newly constructed production inputs, equipment or Irrigation based agriculture is in In this regard, the corporation access credit and drive them into and rehabilitated diversion services and flexibility of access place that has increased output operations contribute to: low risk farming techniques and structures allow better control of with respect to credit sources in and created surplus in cereal structuring sectors in order to technologies. water, and they reduced the risk of addition to the social capital and corps, vegetables, fruits, and facilitate the establishment of large floods that could damage the networking available to farmers livestock. In Gash Barka region relations between producers and Major Kibreab Abraham, land and flood channels. and rural dwellers to support farm over 160 Dams, micro-dams and the agro-industry and secure Managing Director of the their incomes, and the supply and corporation, stated that staple food The corporation enhances human marketing of products; improving price volatility has remained a assets by providing capacity the productivity and profitability major concern for the corporation building and training programs to of farms in order to ensure they despite considerable advances in farmers as well as to implementing are sustainable and local demand communication, transportation staffs on topics related to livestock is better met with an outlook to and production technologies. and agricultural development, international markets; developing Because staple food production is irrigation development, and processing activities in order closely associated with national project management. This helps to bring about the creation of food security and welfare of the the corporation in identifying local agro-industrial actors, farming population, managing farmers’ needs and wants. that contribute to reducing food price instability has been a imports; creating and improving major challenge and government logistics infrastructure in order authorities and experts have been Continued on page 4 to facilitate the transportation debating staple food price policies Eritrea Profile,Wednesday, April 19, 2017 Vol 24. No. 14 4

Bicycling: From Association with the Devil to a Getaway Two Wheeler, to the Big Times! Natnael Yebio W. My granddad who always wore successfully staged by the so-called immaculate suits to work would “bicycle squads”. Arebia Sheitan (devils carriage) hilariously go on to say; was the name initially given to Fast forward 50 years and these two wheeled contraptions by “Son, your bike looks like a Merhawi Kudus is taking on the our people about a hundred years prostitute!” indicating to the many likes of Mark Cavendish and Andri ago. The impact of this superstition colorful decorations his sons bike Grieple on the final stage of the can still be seen across our border had, “I rather walk, thank you very Tour de France’s Champs-Élysées where the priests are loath to ride much!” stage. Prior to that final stage on bicycles. though Eritrean Cycling epitome During the armed struggle, the came in the form of a certain Daniel How can a thing stand and mid-1970s were the golden ages for Teklehaimanot who, against all move on two wheels only? Mused underground resistance movement odds, won the Polka dot jersey on our priests who were ready in which every member of the stage 6 of the 2015 Tour de France to excommunicate it the first Eritrean society, from students to and donned it for an impressive time they saw it used by Italian bar owner and bank manager, could four consecutive stages and was currently underway with National the Italians; to the Englishmen; soldiers. The same question play their part. dubbed king of the mountains. The teams from Rwanda, Sudan, Kenya to the Ethiopians; the history of could have been asked about very instrument that was used as a and South Africa participating in bicycling has been through it all. It themselves. How can a thing The importance of tapping into getaway in the 1970s clandestine the event. Bicycling in Eritrea has is no wonder the bicycle is deeply stand and move on two feet only? that public support was very crucial operations is now used to establish a rich history in the country, from rooted in Eritrean hearts. No wonder, in the quadruple for the Eritrean armed struggle Eritrea’s name in the world of animal world, human beings are and undercover members of the Cycling, and boy are we doing a considered the incarnation of the Eritrean People Liberation Front terrific job at it. devil for choosing to walk on two (EPLF) within cities was formed feet only. known as the “Fedayeen”. Since the introduction of bicycle to Eritrea in 1936 by the Italian The Gash Effect: The National Crop. . . Gradually, people began to use The Fedayeen were mobile forces, many homes welcomed the the bicycle. It was sleek, fast and units of fighters who would sneak bicycle as simple means of transport cheaper than the car. It moved in into Asmara, take lodgings with which, to some but determinant role, implementation. The capacities narrow streets, was easily steered sympathizers, work undercover had also an amazing development Continued from paage 3 of beneficiary farmers and and maneuvered and needed for several months, then return in ameliorating their daily burdens. implementing partners have neither fuel to make it move nor to the front. The Fedayeen were Surrounding villages which are The project plays a great been improved and operations battery to start it. organized in small, interlinking located near comparatively large role in mobilizing and have been fully integrated into cells, each with its own code name. cities were, and have been, the great strengthening communities and the Zoba administration. Various In the 1950s, many Eritreans The Fedayeen were also in charge beneficiaries of developing such their organizations as well as in infrastructure organizations owned bicycles. From those that of assassinations. Their high- bicycling culture. Therefore, highly organizing and training business have undertaken operation and went Clickety-click, without light profile targets were the Ethiopian fostered by this culture, Eritrea’s groups, water users associations, maintenance of investments in and mudguards to those who army commanders. However, contestants in the cycling related range management associations, various spate and small scale shone in the sun and were fitted many bodyguards they took on, sport arena had been grasping the community horticulture groups, irrigation schemes and other with all kinds of industrial and although they might change cars or success brand to them. Especially in and herders associations. These activities. traditional accessories, such as alter their routines, these men could the years of 2010 and 2011, Eritrean associations are the main bridge front light, reflector, pump, bell, never feel safe. More so most of cyclists’ performances were eye- between the government and The development of resilient carrying rack of belongings, a the group’s targets were Ethiopians catching and had been very vital in the farming communities. These agricultural and agro-industrial rear-view mirror, an ear of corn who were members of the Air paving well-appreciated traces for associations have been trained sectors is essential for the or a flower for decorations, a mud Force, the Navy or policemen. the coming generations. to improve their technical and construction of a sustainable future flap with the country’s flag, etc. management capabilities and for developing countries and, more The Fedyeen’s tactics were Cyclists the likes of Meron they have developed a sense generally, for humanity. “Have you seen Girmay dictated by Asmara’s confines. The Teshome, Natnael Berhane and a of ownership and management zooming past with his shinning city was tiny, it could be crossed by wave of new promising generation skills. Addressing this challenge bicycle, Astier?” foot in an hour, and about a quarter of cyclists are on the right track, as requires huge investments to of the population was Ethiopian they look to be taking full advantage As a result of the intervention, develop the entire value chain “Seen him? I am dreaming of and, therefore, not to be trusted. of the path laid for them by their the areas covered by irrigation in the sector: from improving one day marrying him.” How to stage ambushes and compatriots Daniel Teklehaimanot schemes have been transformed yields and collection operations executions, then vanish into thin and Merhawi Kudus. into productive cultivated on farms to the transportation of Which reminds me of a hilarious air, in one of the most parochial areas and the NCLC structures products and their distribution on story my Dad once told me of his capitals in Africa, where everyone Eritreans have always been very significantly contributed toward local, regional or international own father. knew each other’s business? Cars fond of bicycles. The young and the increasing crop yields for home markets, and including activities were highly visible, because so old, boys and girls all love to ride consumption and sale. Significant related to processing and storage My Granddad used to bike few Eritreans could afford to own to work or home. In some ways, the increase in crop yield and livestock such as factories, warehouses, to work every morning and them, and therefore ill-suited for bicycle is also a wagon of the poor. was achieved over the years, from cold chains…, etc. Currently The afternoon, but on one unfortunate gateways. The Fedayeen fine-tuned If it were not for the bicycle, the 2012 to present. National Crop and Livestock morning as he was getting ready a tactic that would have seemed minuale (cheap labor force from Corporation is effectively achieving to go to work, to his own dismay, comic, had it not proved so grimly the country side) wouldn’t have Activities and initiatives the Governments development he found his bicycle’s front tire effective: the bicycle assassination arrived on time to please Signore under the project are likely to be projects. The corporation assists flat. squad. Rossi, who had the power to hire sustained and even expanded as this development by supporting “Why don’t you take mine,” and fire them as he pleased. they have responded to the needs a wide range of agricultural sites, suggests my dad trying to be Half of the assassinations And now to much fanfare the of the communities and producers livestock and agro-industries helpful. carried out by the Fedayeen were 14th Edition of the Tour Eritrea is who have been involved in the found in the nation. Eritrea Profile,Wednesday, April 19, 2017 Vol 24. No. 14 5

YPFDJ Conference: Expression of Eritrean March to Greatness

By: Amanuel Biedemariam masses, established during the Eritrean youth with a nasty brush struggle for liberation. They are part uncharacteristic of Eritrean culture. Eritrea is rich with legacies of a network to the foundation that These folks claimed to be Eritreans inherited from the long struggle for guided Eritrea to victory. and are supposedly fighting against independence. One important legacy the government they feel denies is the tradition of organizing. Under Today, it is helping to continue them rights. In the name of fighting the umbrella of the struggle for the rich legacy in a path towards the for freedom these people tried to Eritrean independence, for collective better future of Eritreans all over the deny the youth that are residents and good, Eritreans have organized world. Simply, organizing is second citizens the right to assemble. They understanding the-role organized- nature to Eritrean communities tried to label Eritrean kids (which, bodies play in furthering their worldwide. The worldwide YPFDJ according to Eritrean traditional talking about important community on its social implications to our national agendas and causes. And as conferences is continuation of a values are their kids) as criminals. related issues. For example, social communities; based on the benefits result, Eritrea achieved monumental legacy that is deeply rooted in the media was abuzz with barrage of that conference offers to the youth achievements in large part by traditions of the struggle. The reality however, the youth tweets and Facebook feeds that glued that take part; and for many other organizing the masses (Hafash). that I witnessed participate in these people to events that are forced on advantages the YPFDJ conference is The YPFDJ conferences are conferences are exemplary in every them. At a time when Eritreans were one extremely important event that No matter where Eritreans lived, motivational and inspiring because way possible. They are conscious supposed to focus on campaigning parents and youth need to consider they understood organizing to be of the speakers that share emotional citizens that want to do good by to bring light to injustices about the attending. Here are some of the integral part of the revolutionary uplifting stories based on real life their communities and their country. unfulfilled obligations by EU, AU, reasons why: process. During the struggle, it was Eritrean experiences. The guest They are principled citizens that US to ensure Ethiopia comply with A) The YPFDJ conference is an part of a core belief system ingrained speakers also present views of Eritrea understand their responsibilities and EEBC, Eritreans were forced to deal opportunity to meet fellow Eritreans in the Eritrean psych. This core belief and Eritrean related issues in a way want to make a difference. Above with unforeseen events such as the youth in the same age bracket, and principled approach to struggle that provides unique perspectives. all, these are brilliant successful one in Holland. socialize in a controlled environment, helped Eritrea overcome and grow youth that want to give back. They establish connection, make friends, as one. This belief is buttressed by For example, last year in are too brilliant to resort to threats This piece is an effort to balance build-comradery, network and talk the slogan, Washington DC, the presentation and intimidation to extract money our attention, to increase awareness about issues that are important by Ambassador, Professor Iqbal from people. and give equal attention to our issues to them. It is also an opportunity “The masses must Enlighten, Jhazbhay painted a unique picture. as a community. Otherwise we for them to work on issues of Organize (yi-wedeb), and Arm.” When he spoke of his experiences What is ironic is the people that will look back and regret what we interests based on their expertise or in Eritrea, he stressed-on the ways made the libelous accusation don’t missed. inclinations. It is time to appreciate Educating and organizing the he cultivated relationship with the look like they have a penny to spare. Eritrean cultures, share their Eritrean public was priority #1. Since, people and how that in turn led to They don’t appear to be productive Eritrean youth in the Diaspora experiences, learn history and catch organizing has become part of the better relations with government working residents. They looked like are important link to Eritrea and up on current events from experts. Eritrea DNA. It is the bloodstream of because he learned how to relate they are in need of handouts from the future success of our nation. Importantly, they are educated the Eritrean life. It sustains the rich at the basic human level. He spoke Eritreans all over. If anything, the The youth play indispensable role about their cultures, heritage and social life Eritreans enjoy everywhere about his experiences with the Eritrean youth that are participating in furthering Eritrea’s growth by accorded opportunity to learn real and helps to-glue Eritreans as one leaders of Eritrea and President Isaias in the conference can donate to the promoting Eritrean cultures, by life experiences of fellow Eritreans while they work for various causes. Afwerki and how it shaped his views haggard bunch that made horrendous educating the world about Eritrea unfiltered. about Eritrea. Most importantly, nonsensical accusations. and by serving as ambassadors. The people of Eritrea are very he expressed how that experience They promote education, help in These activities and experiences social and the fact that they love to shaped the diplomacy he pursued, These are people with enslaved the educational endeavors in Eritrea will help enrich their lives with be around each other in good time for and as such, the future of South mentality desperate enough to cuddle and abroad and, promote business immeasurable benefits. It will help joy and in bad times for support keeps African Eritrea relations which he in the bosom of racist bigot Mrjam developments inside Eritrea. They them to become focused and gear their connection intact no matter the referred to as ERISA short for Eritrea Van Reisen and South African help on all facets of the Eritrean toward purpose-filled life that benefit circumstances or the challenges. and South Africa. And importantly, apartheid era apologist Martin Plaut life whether it is by teaching or their communities and by default, In addition, and particularly after he explained how it shaped the future that set-up these imbecile bunch by doing community service activities their lives. independence, the festival, Sirihit role of South Africa in the region. telling them all kinds of lies about that enrich the life of the people of Fenkil, Eritrean Independence their rights and how the innocent Eritrea. Every parent must ask, what is the celebrations, the traditional religious The YPFDJ conferences are one of Eritrean youth that congregated for a alternative? The alternative is drugs, holidays-that Eritrea celebrates as the most important undertaking the peaceful conference can pose threat Hence, we must understand the identity crisis, purposeless life, one are now part of the national Eritrean communities can engage in. to society. value of Eritrean youth, harness alienation and many other issues that routing that bring people together And considering what happened in their potential and do all we can to can hinder fulfilled life. year after year to honor and celebrate Holland, it becomes very important Reisen campaigned as if she is enrich the Eritrean life and ensure everything Eritrea. to highlight the importance. running for office and schemed to a bright future. To maximize on The YPFDJ conference is full of pin one Eritrean against another and this important human resource, we exciting events. What makes it special Most importantly, June 20, Martyrs I felt that this message is timely unlawfully tried to incite hatred and must take concrete steps to ensure and exciting is the fact that all the Day, is the day that ties all Eritreans when I saw a video of seven older to spread violence. Van Reisen tried the youth are able to take part and participants take part in the activities. as one. Eritreans, no matter where men and one woman making to deny Eritrean residents and citizens play a role. That requires awareness, In the US, they are grouped by cities they are, commemorate Martyrs day announcement to urge people to help the right to assemble in the name understanding of the needs and, and the states they come from and, collectively and in powerful ways. them stop the YPFDJ conference in of fighting for freedom. Ironically, create the methodology necessary get up-on stage to perform cultural Holland. I heard them paint Eritrean those that claimed to be fearful of the to pursue goals that benefit Eritrean dances while dressed in authentic These gatherings require youth that are due to participate in conference attendees went to where communities. traditional outfits that represent the organization. Relatively, Eritreans the YPFDJ conferences in Holland the conference was held and resorted various ethnic groups of Eritrea. are among the most organized in a horrific light. They claimed to violence and intimidation. The Young People’s Front for They sing, read inspirational poems communities in the world. that YPFDJ is a group that posed Justice and Democracy (YPFDJ) is and act to express their collective Everywhere in the world, Eritreans a danger to society. They claimed Eritreans are constantly forced to step in that direction. Based on past experiences. operate through these organized that the youth are demanding be sidetracked by events outside their conference experience; based on the structures, commonly referred to as money and threatening people that control and as a result, sometimes, content that are discussed and issues B) It is an opportunity to learn Hafash Wudubat or the organized fail to cooperate. They painted forced away from dealing-with and that the conferences address; based about Eritrea’s political, diplomatic, Disclaimer: articles published in this column do not reflect the stance or opinion of Eritrea Profile Continued on paage 7 Eritrea Profile,Wednesday, April 19, 2017 Vol 24. No. 14 6 Photographers Corner Ambassadors presenting their credentials to President Isaias

Photo: Taezaz Abrha

President Isaias with Ambassador Aykut Kumbaroglu of Turkey President Isaias with Ambassador Amrit Lugun of India

President Isaias with Ambassador Joff Otieno Makowenga of the Republic of Kenya President Isaias with Ambassador Japhet Isaack of Namibia

President Isaias with Ambassador Bard Hopland of the Kingdom of Norway President Isaias with Ambassador Raza Bashir Tarar of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan

President Isaias with Ambassador Lee Kiseong of the Republic of Korea President Isaias with Ambassador James Kimonyo of the Republic of Rwanda

President Isaias with Ambassador Dr. Karin Boven of the Netherlands President Isaias with Ambassador Ma Yong Hui of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea Eritrea Profile,Wednesday, April 19, 2017 Vol 24. No. 14 7

require someone with the following skills and level of experience:

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT • Graduate Civil, Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineer from a University or other Institution accredited to international standard.

Asmara Mining Share Company (AMSC) will contract out the engineering, procurement • High calibre individual with a strong engineering background. and construction of the Heap Leach Plant to an EPC contractor and is now looking to employ a Project Manager to be in charge of the supervision of the implementation of this project. • At least 15 years’ experience working at a senior level on similar medium sized Heap Position: Project Manager Leach mining projects (preferably in Africa). Number required: one Primary Mission: To ensure that the project is successfully completed on time and within • Experience in the installation and running a Gold Heap Leach Plant. budget. • Proven track record in Project Management with a strong emphasis on cost controls Core Accountabilities (Duties and Responsibilities): and working with EPC contractors. • Responsible for the execution and overall management of the project, to ensure project completion from contracting to construction to operation within budget, on schedule • Prior experience in successfully progressing Mining projects from construction into and in accordance with regulatory requirements. operation is essential.

• Assist in staffing, outlining project plans, and setting project goals/deadlines. • Experience and or ability to work with Chinese Companie

• Oversee design and construction throughout the various project stages, providing • Personal Skills leadership and guidance. • A proactive and motivated leader and team player. • To ensure that procurement of equipment and long lead delivery items are tracked and delivered on time. • Energetic and organized individual capable of making things happen.

• Constant oversight and supervision of the EPC contractor as well as liaison with the • Prior experience of working in Mines either the Middle East and or Africa. operations team; Recommend corrective action when problems are detected. • Culturally sensitive and capable of working effectively with people from diverse • Manage design changes, if any, in a way which will not jeopardize the overall cultural backgrounds. project delivery and scope. General Information and other requirements: • Assist in the commissioning and hand-over of the project. • Salary – Negotiable

• Monitor and promote environmental, health & safety compliance throughout the • Additional requirements for Nationals: project to ensure a safe working environment. o Provide evidence of completion or exemption from National Service • Ensures the safety and health of construction workers. o Present release paper from current/last employer • Provide support to senior management team as well as to the Board of Directors. Specific tasks will be as follows: o Testimonial documents to be attached (CV, work experience credentials, a copy of National Identity Card etc.) • Serving as “owners’ representative” in respect of the EPC Contract. o Application documents will not be returned back to sender • Providing strong proactive management of all development aspects of the project and ensuring adequate cost control, schedule maintenance and the satisfaction of AMSC o Applications should be sent through the post office objectives regarding safety, environmental and social compliance, and timely completion of a process plant fit for the purpose specified. o Dead line for application is 10 days from the day of publication in the newspaper.

• Identification of the critical path elements and risks and implementation of all steps Please mail your applications to ASMARA MINING SHARE COMPANY; P. O. Box 10688, necessary to ensure that this project is delivered on time and within budget. Asmara, Eritrea. Note to non- Eritrean applicants: Required Profile:The person appointed to fill this position will have to have a proven track record in project management within the international mining sector. Specifically this will • Please send a copy of your application to Aliens Employment Permit Affair, P. O. Box 7940, Asmara, Eritrea YPFDJ Conference: Expression of Eritrean. . . Continued from paage 5 economic, geopolitical and related subjects the conference is opportunity for Eritrean youth to lawfully assemble? When Eritrea was colonized, Eritreans found from experts on the field. Last year, DC build each other up. The reality is that they have no principles. open places to gather everywhere. In other organizers brought diverse line of speakers. They claim to be justice oriented. They claim words, there is nothing anyone can do to stop The lineup included speakers from Eritrea Ms. The conference accords Eritreans youth to be champions of human rights, champions the march. Their efforts are in vein. Tekea Tesfamicael, Chairperson of NUEW, opportunity to know each other, to make friends of freedom of press, and champions of rights of Mr. Saleh Ahmedin, Chairperson of NUEYS, and ultimately work as one for all. citizens to assemble. The reality however, they Conclusion Biniam Berhe, Deputy Chief of the Eritrean D) Most importantly it is an opportunity, in are threatened by these principles as exposed Mission at the AU, Hizbawi Mengisteab, fact, the only opportunity Eritrean youth have, in Holland. The Young People’s Front for Justice and from the office of PFDJ Economic Affairs. to continue the legacy of our struggle and to It is inconceivable in a supposedly civilized Democracy (YPFDJ) is part and parcel of the Nebil Said, First Secretary of Eritrea Mission make it theirs while helping to establish strong, society, to stop a peaceful gathering because Eritrean way of life. It is an important legacy at the UN, former South African Ambassador united and vibrant society. These can only be hooligans threatened violence, unlawfully that will endure no matter what. It is one part of to Eritrea Iqbal Jhazbhay, UNDP Eritrea achieved by commitment to serve each other. demonstrated, and attacked innocent the puzzle that glues Eritrea as one. The enemies Knut Felberg, Professor Dr. Ghidewon Abay By educating youth that understand struggle participants of a lawfully reserved conference. aim to see YPFDJ weakened, undermined, Asmerom and the most moving speaker was and are able to overcome challenges. The Mayor of Veldhoven, Jack Mikkers, vilified and eventually render it ineffective. But Author of Adgeta, former Tegadalit Yordanos must answer to the people of Holland why he that is a hollow dream because they don’t have Tekle who gave incredible account of her life as The Camel is Marching failed to protect a peaceful gathering? Will he the power to kill a mindset. They don’t have the a woman fighter for the liberation of Eritrea and stop future gathering of Dutch residents because power to stop Eritrean will and can-do spirit. many more. This year, in Holland, Mr. Yemane The whole idea behind all the raucous in hooligans threatened to disrupt it illegally? Was They don’t have the ability to stop Eritrea from Ghbreab is the keynote speaker. Holland was to disrupt the conference. The it race motivated because the attendees were marching. They don’t have a chance to see C) The YPFDJ Conference is a career question one must ask is why did they want to blacks? Would this have happened if this was their sinister agendas come to fruition because building, career enhancing and networking disrupt peaceful congregation; why did they a group from America? the people of Eritrea know what it means to be opportunity. Eritrean families have done a campaign to stop a conference that has no Enlightened and Organized. wonderful job raising brilliant kids. The YPFDJ history of mischief, a conference that poses no What they failed to realize is that it is So, the march continues, in their Honor, for alumni is full of movers and shakers in various threat to society? Why did they try to stop the impossible to stop the Eritrean mind. You can their Honor. fields that are eager to pass-on valuable life youth by sacrificing a principle that is supposed physically block a building but you can’t stop Wetru Awet-N- Hafash experiences to fellow Eritrean youth. Hence, to be sacrosanct to western societies, the right the Eritrea desire and will to come together. Zel-Alemawi Zikrin Kibrin N’Suwuatna- Eritrea Profile,Wednesday, April 19, 2017 Vol 24. No. 14 8

Checking on Eritrea’s Intangible Cultural Heritages Asmait Futsumbrhan

As cultures have been handed down from generation to generation for years, we are at a period where it no longer seems an important matter to the new generations all over the world. Today’s Q&A gladly shares an interesting topic on the Intangible Cultural Heritage, which is a field that deals with non-material cultural heritages. Recently, a workshop was given by Mr. Lovemore Mazibuko, a UNESCO certified trainer regarding the importance of Intangible Cultural Heritages and their safety. Here is an interview he held with Eritrea Profile.

Thank you for joining us, was the fastest among the other the participants will go to their a great job; yet, safeguarding the please introduce yourself. conventions to be adopted and respective locations, accompanied cultural heritages is an ongoing many countries signed to be part by the commission of culture and process that should never come It is a pleasure. My name of it. As a matter of fact about 195 sport researchers. Each of the to an end. I am sure that those is Lovemore Mazibuko, I am countries are members to this day. nine ethnic community will spend forty participants who attended from Malawi. I am a certified Moreover, the convention consist time collecting different aspects the workshop can contribute UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural of 5 domains. 1. Oral traditions of intangible non – material hugely towards preserving those Heritage trainer. I was trained by and expressions (songs and cultural heritage for the next three legacies. As the team consisted UNESCO to facilitate member poems) 2. Performing arts such months. At the end of the day, people from different domains, I states activities which are as dances and traditional games, we expect to collect the needed believe that writers can contribute implementing the convention 3. Social practices and festive materials which will be used to books regarding the importance on the protection of their events (weddings, funerals…), process through the media. of safeguarding cultural heritages imperceptible cultural heritages. 4. Knowledge about the nature to schools and the general public. These includes the Sub Saharan and universe (on traditional Do you think that Eritrea has We have researcher and writers African English speaking medicine, food preservation…), what it takes to make the list on and I think they can write books countries. I visited many countries 5. Traditional craftsmanship Mr. Lovemore Mazibuko the UNESCO? regarding the matter that can be in relation to my work, however, (making of tools, jewelries,). The used at schools. Additionally, it is my first to Eritrea. As I can focus for this domain purely lies show their cultures, which is one In my opinion, I do. Eritrea is I assume that mass media’s see, the country has great climate on creativity. of the great impressions Eritrea culturally very rich. The fact that contribution would add much to and what got my attention most has got. If we take a look at other it has nine ethnic groups means the society’s knowledge about astonished is the friendliness of About the workshop you had countries cultures, ethnic groups that each group has its own the particular field. This time I the people. I can gratefully say it b e e n g i v i n g … have their own leaders and do culture. Again, Eritrea displays a would like to use this opportunity is a very enjoyable trip. their own things. Although unique show when the nine ethnic to invite Eritrea to apply for the At the beginning as long Eritrea is on the right track on groups offer a variety mode of fund that is contributed by the Glad you are enjoying it. as cultural preservation was documenting and safeguarding culture as they unite at different UNESCO and take advantage Please tell us more about the concerned, the focus was only of it intangible cultural heritages, festivals. That is something that of the different campaigns and Tangible and Intangible cultural on tangible materials. But later, it doesn’t mean that Eritrea’s most countries dont have. In other programs on the convention. heritages. we adopted an idea that cultural work is done in preserving its countries, each ethnic group is materials on their own without intangible heritages, there is still concerned with its own activity. What got you interested most Why not! Tangible cultural the meaning and creating skills a lot to do; documenting, making I believe that Eritrea is doing a during your stay? heritages are material heritage alone don’t make sense. We videos, publicizing it through the lot but I also think that there is aspects that can be touched and ought to preserve the materials mass media as well as keeping much to be done to preserve its The food. I was amazed when I felt. For instance, the wooden but we had also to safeguard the photos etc. That is what exactly intangible cultural heritages. learned about the whole process cultural music instruments, messages, skills and more that the workshop is all about. of Enjera starting from the cups, and plates. On the other are associated with the objects; There is a provision that harvest time until it is put out hand, what we call intangible so we can actually preserve I am happy with the team that countries which are members and served on the table. It is a cultural heritages are the oral and safeguard everything. The has been assembled. We have of the convention can nominate special table for me as it takes traditions, ways of living, dances, workshop was inspired by the forty participants selected from some of their elements and up so much time and energy. knowledge and skills that create 2003 convention for safeguarding each ethnic group which include practices and have them enlisted Besides I loved the dances and those cultural materials. So, the intangible cultural heritages. teachers, researchers, writers in the UNESCO. There are three the friendliness and hospitality they are very important matters and culture experts. We were lists which such cases might of the people. I really enjoyed and wouldn’t exist without Besides, people may wish able to assemble a very vibrant fall into; The Representative of my stay here. one another. Yet in the 2003 to know that Eritrea is a state team. They are ready to take any Intangible Cultural Heritage of convention, we focused on the that has signed to be a member program that might be provided Humanity, Agent of Safeguarding, Anything you might want to intangible cultural heritages. of this convention. By being a for the intangible cultural heritage and Register of Best Practices. forward at the end? member of this convention, the for Eritrea. What Eritrea is doing to bring all The 2003 convention? country can take some steps to its ethnic groups together in unity I want to thank the Culture and help it safeguard its intangible What do you expect from the and showcase every festival is Sport Commission for inviting It was first introduced in cultural heritage. The workshop training? one example of the best practices me to share the little knowledge the General Assembly of the was arranged to be a training category. I believe that Eritrea I have about the convention. I 2003. It was a convention for program to build capacity among The workshop also included can make the list. There is a lot was able to work with a team that safeguarding the intangible the community members on how different practices outside of that can be documented out there was ready and willing that made cultural heritage. Yet, it came to document and take safety the city. The combination of and join the country in the list. my work easy and enjoyable. in effect in 2005. It specifically measures. the workshop’s theoretical and This shouldn’t be the last but emphasized and worked on non- Eritrea has been doing a great practical practices are designed How about the preservation of the beginning of many programs material heritages. UNESCO job so far on preservation of its to provide participants an the intangible cultural heritage in the future. I am very fond of consists seven conventions cultural heritages. For instance, experience on how it is done on in Eritrea? the state and I want to encourage that deal with the category of on the festival days, the nine the actual work. After I leave this Eritrea to keep up the good culture. The 2003 convention ethnic groups come together to great country of yours, Eritrea, As I said before, Eritrea is doing work.