What You Need to Know
On April 4, Eritrea’s Ambassador to Kenya, Beyene Russom, hosted a seminar for Eritrean nationals in Nairobi. He discussed the situation in Eritrea and encouraged unity among the community. Participants expressed their commitment to strengthening their community and called for more seminars to enhance engagement in national affairs.
Africa-Press – Eritrea. Mr. Beyene Russom, Eritrea’s Ambassador to Kenya, conducted a public seminar for nationals residing in Nairobi and its environs on 4 April.
At the seminar, Ambassador Beyene gave an extensive briefing on the objective situation in the homeland as well as regional and global developments. He also called on the nationals to consolidate their unity and organization with a view to emerging victorious against challenges they may encounter.
Urging the nationals to fulfil their national obligations through organizing themselves in community and national associations, Ambassador Beyene called for a proper understanding of their rights and obligations and for taking advantage of the opportunities in their country.
Mr. Dawit Hagos, chairman of the Eritrean community in Kenya, said that strengthening and developing the Eritrean community and participation in national affairs is a timely responsibility of the nationals.
The participants, on their part, expressed conviction to strengthen the Eritrean community in Kenya and called for the organization of similar seminars.
Eritrea gained independence from Ethiopia in 1993 after a long struggle, leading to a unique national identity. The Eritrean diaspora, particularly in Kenya, plays a crucial role in maintaining cultural ties and supporting national development. Seminars like the one conducted by Ambassador Beyene are vital for fostering community cohesion and encouraging active participation in national issues among expatriates. Such events help bridge the gap between nationals abroad and their homeland, reinforcing a sense of belonging and responsibility.
