Cultural and sports week in Southern Region

Asmara, 04 May 2026- A cultural and sports week was conducted in Mendefera at the Southern Region level from 1 to 3 May under the theme “Students’ Cultural and Sports Festival for National Cohesion.”

The program, in which students from junior and high schools from the 12 sub-zones of the region took part, included football, basketball, volleyball, as well as general knowledge, drama, painting, music, poetry, debate, innovation, and creativity competitions.

Mr. Belay Nurhusein, one of the coordinators of the program, said that beyond enabling students to identify their talents and exchange experiences with one another, the program has a significant contribution in reflecting their national unity and harmony.

Mr. Gebregergis Gebredingil, head of administration and finance in Mendefera sub-zone, said that the students’ week, which is organized every year in connection with the Independence Day anniversary, has a significant contribution in enabling students to acquaint themselves with neighboring areas in the region.

In related news, the students’ cultural and sports week in the Northern Red Sea Region began on 2 May at a ceremony organized at Twalet Martyrs Cemetery in Massawa, featuring cultural and artistic performances.

At the event, Mr. Ibrahim Ali Sheikh, chairman of the regional Assembly, lit a torch announcing the beginning of the event.

Mr. Mohammed Abdella, head of culture, sports and health at the Ministry of Education branch in the region, said that the cultural and sports week, in which over 500 students from junior and high schools are participating, is organized every year in connection with the Independence Day anniversary. He also said that the program will have a significant contribution in inculcating national values among students and adding color to the Independence Day anniversary festivities.

The program, which will continue until 6 May, will include dancing, poetry, drama, songs, as well as educational competitions.

Noting the significance of the program in enabling students to exchange experiences and acquaint themselves with one another, Mr. Haile Asfaha, administrator of Massawa city, called for reinforced participation.