Eritrea country guide: capital, Independence Day, and colours (HI)
📍 Eritrea
Theme Independence Day 2027
Eritrea is marked on this page by the facts that stay useful all year: the capital is Asmara, the national observance is Independence Day on 24 May, and the national colours are red and green. Eritrea's independence was formalised on 24 May 1993 after a referendum.
Capital and region (HI)
Asmara is the capital. Eritrea sits in the African time region, on the Africa/Asmara clock. National ceremonies for Independence Day are centred there.
The national day
The next Independence Day is Monday, 24 May 2027. Eritrea's independence was formalised on 24 May 1993 after a referendum. Locally it is called Maeltha natsinet. The year on this page follows that next date, so it changes after the observance passes.
Colours and how the day looks
The national colours are red and green. Streets, schools and public buildings use them on Independence Day. The image on this page is an original ToolSphare poster painted in those colours.
Independence Day FAQs
What is the capital of Eritrea?
The capital is Asmara.
When is the next Independence Day?
The next date is Monday, 24 May 2027.
What are the national colours?
The national colours are red and green.
What does the national day mark?
Eritrea's independence was formalised on 24 May 1993 after a referendum.
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