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Essential Eritrea information
Capital : Asmara
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.
Weather in Asmara
Updated : 2026-04-21 16:15 ⟳
21.8°C
Pluie éparse à proximité
Feels like : 21.8°C
Humidity : 57%
Practical travel information
Population : 3,630,000
Languages :
- tigrinya
- arabe
- anglais
Currency : Nfk (Eritrean Nakfa)
Continent : Africa
Area : 117,600 km²
Coordinates : Lat: 15.32, Lng: 38.93
Government : Authoritarian presidential regime
National day : 24 May - Independence Day
Essential preparations
Timezone : Africa/Asmara
Calling code : +291
Internet domain : .er
Tap water : unsafe
Driving : Right
Tipping : Not customary, 5-10% optional
Emergency numbers :
- Police : 112
- Ambulance : 112
- Fire brigade : 112
Electricity : 220V / 50Hz / Plugs : Type C, Type E, Type F
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