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Eritreans Single Right: The Right To Smoke Anywhere

This was originally posted in Facebook by an Ethiopian visitor to Asmara.  It is consistent with another report by an Ethiopian journalist and presents an unblemished report of Asmara, far different from the paid come-and-see propaganda pieces organized by the Government of Eritrea over the last three years. The Government’s invitation to “come and see”…

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Just Another Friday (Comboni, Asmara, 1974)

When I was a young boy and people talked about Tripoli and Trenta Cinque (1935), my eyes glazed over. I am sure you have interesting stories to tell, old man, but it can’t possibly be more interesting than my game, ashekakat Alem*, so buzz off! So now, when GG reminded me about Kagnew Station, I…

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