What You Need to Know
The Regional Assembly of the Northern Red Sea Region held public meetings from March 20 to April 2, engaging residents from 17 administrative areas. The discussions centered on resolutions from the 21st regular meeting, emphasizing education for girls and women’s participation in adult education, alongside community development initiatives like solar energy installations.
Africa-Press – Eritrea. Members of the Regional Assembly of the Northern Red Sea Region conducted meetings from 20 March to 2 April with residents of 17 administrative areas in Ghinda sub-zone focusing on the resolutions adopted at the 21st regular meeting of the Regional Assembly.
At the meetings, the members of the Regional Assembly provided extensive briefings on harmful practices and their health consequences, and called for integrated efforts on the part of parents to ensure that school-age girls attend regular education and to strengthen women’s participation in the adult education program, among other issues.
Calling on the public to enhance participation in the implementation of development programs, Mr. Yihayish Gebreselasie, managing director in the sub-zone, said that solar systems are being installed in the administrative areas of Mai-Habar, Leaiten, and Nefasit with a view to addressing electricity demands.
The participants conducted extensive discussion on the issues raised at the meetings and adopted various recommendations.
Eritrea’s Regional Assemblies play a crucial role in local governance, facilitating communication between the government and communities. These assemblies are vital for addressing local issues, promoting education, and enhancing women’s roles in society. The recent meetings reflect ongoing efforts to improve community engagement and development in the Northern Red Sea Region, particularly in education and energy access. Historical challenges in these areas have necessitated focused discussions and community involvement to drive progress.
