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Eritrea
Red Sea Coast, Ancient Highlands
Overview
A young Red Sea nation with Italian colonial architecture in Asmara, rugged highlands, and a fiercely independent spirit forged through decades of liberation struggle.
Geographic Context
Region
Africa
Subregion
Eastern Africa
Land Area
117,600 km²
Capital
Asmara
Languages
Arabic, English, Tigrinya
Currencies
Eritrean nakfa (Nfk)
At a Glance
9
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
22
Freedom
4
Security
0
Life Expectancy
63.6 yrs
Median Age
18.7 yrs
Urbanization
44%
Cost Index
33
Housing Index
13
Healthcare Access
26/100
Climate
Average Temperature
25.8°C
Average AQI
78
Most Temperate Cities
1 Assab 29.7°C
2 Edd 29.7°C
3 Massawa 28.6°C
4 Ak’ordat 27.7°C
5 Teseney 27.6°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Dek’emhāre 78 AQI
2 Ak’ordat 78 AQI
3 Keren 78 AQI
4 Assab 78 AQI
5 Massawa 78 AQI
Economy & Finance
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 40 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 18
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 20.87% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Alternatives
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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