Eritrea news is an essential part of the media in Eritrea. But in the country of east Africa, media is controlled by the Government. News agencies in Eritrea are no privately owned. Erina is a news agency in Eritrea. Press in Eritrea is also controlled by the government.
In 2001, Government of Eritrea had banned the presses in the country that were owned by private houses. A number of journalists had been imprisoned under the order of the government and it had also put a halt to certain publications that were going against certain policies enforced by the country. Many countries have been critical about the government policy of not allowing freedom of expression to the journalists in Eritrea.
Press in Eritrea:
- Eritrea Profile: This is a weekly publication in English.
- Hadas Eritrea: This newspaper is published three days every week.
- Tirigta: this is a weekly publication by youths
- Geled: This is another weekly paper published for the youth.
Eritrea newspapers keep their readers updated with news and happenings in the country and those going around the globe. News comprise of events related to society, politics, art, science, business, sports etc. Sometimes newspapers provide entertainment in Eritrea by catering updates of recently released movies, theaters and other cultural programs.
Eritrea news can be obtained from radio, television and newspapers in the country.
