🇪🇷Eritrea
Africa
Information
Capital
Asmara
Population
3,630,000
Currency
Eritrean Nakfa (ERN Nfk)
Languages
tigrinya, arabe, anglais
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+291
Timezone
Africa/Asmara
Area
117,600 km²
Government
Authoritarian presidential regime
National day
24 May - Independence Day
Internet domain
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About
Eritrea is a northeastern African country bordering the Red Sea. Ruled by an authoritarian regime with no elections since 1993, it faces major challenges in human rights and economic development. The population is split between Christians and Muslims, with an embryonic economy reliant on mining.
Safety
Risk areas
Crime(low)
- Éviter de marcher seul la nuit
- Ne pas photographier les installations militaires
Terrorism(low)
- Risque faible mais vigilance accrue dans les zones frontalières
Transport
- Utiliser des transports officiels, éviter la nuit
Natural risks(Faible à modéré : sécheresses, inondations rares)
- Suivre les alertes météo locales
Health(Faible - Système de santé sous-développé)
- Vaccins obligatoires : fièvre jaune, hépatites A/B, typhoïde
- Eau en bouteille uniquement, moustiquaire
Practical tips
- Inscription au consulat avant départ
- Pas de double nationalité reconnue
- Service militaire peut être imposé aux Érythréens de l'étranger
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Right
unsafe
Not customary, 5-10% optional
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