Commemorative Events and Popular Campaigns in Connection with Martyrs Day

Asmara, 20 June 2026 – Commemorative events and popular campaigns in connection with 20 June, Martyrs Day, have been carried out by various Government institutions, regions, national associations, and cooperative associations.

Accordingly, members of the Ministry of Agriculture central office organized a commemorative event featuring a candlelight vigil as well as cultural programs depicting the deep meaning of the day. The program was attended by Mr. Arefaine Berhe, Minister of Agriculture, and other officials of the Ministry.

Members of the PFDJ central office also conducted tree cultivation and environmental sanitation popular campaign at the Biet-Gergis area on 16 June.

The coordinator of the liberation fighters’ associations also organized a walkathon and commemorative event in connection with Martyrs Day, 20 June.

The walkathon program was attended by Gen. Filipos Woldeyohannes, Chief of Staff of the Eritrean Defense Forces, and other senior Government and PFDJ officials.

Martyrs Day, 20 June, was also commemorated with commemorative events and popular campaigns in the Gash Barka Region.

The event in Barentu featured cultural and artistic performances depicting the deep meaning of the day and the heavy sacrifice paid for independence and safeguarding national sovereignty.

Environmental sanitation popular campaigns were also carried out at the Martyrs Cemeteries in Barentu and Golij, with the participation of members of the Defense Forces.

According to Mr. Gebremicael Mengisteab, head of social services in Golij sub-zone, 140,000 Nakfa and 500 quintals of grain have been extended to families of martyrs in the sub-zone.