Eritrea mourns the loss of veteran freedom fighter Fesehaye Haile (Afro), Governor of the Central Region, who passed away on November 4 at the age of 78 following an illness. His life and service symbolize an enduring chapter in Eritrea’s independence history, marked by courage, sacrifice, and a lifetime of national dedication.
Celebrating the Fesehaye Haile Legacy
The Fesehaye Haile legacy is deeply tied to Eritrea’s long struggle for sovereignty. During the armed liberation movement, he served with distinction in the Eritrean People’s Liberation Army and held pivotal roles in the Departments of People’s Administration, Intelligence, and Security. His leadership helped strengthen unity and resilience among Eritrean fighters striving for independence.
Mr. Fesehaye joined the Eritrean liberation fighters in July 1973, after participating in the “Tihisha” agitational group from 1972 to 1973, demonstrating early commitment to the cause of national freedom.
Lifelong Service to the Nation
After Eritrea achieved independence, Fesehaye Haile continued his patriotic journey by serving in key national positions — including Deputy Governor of Asmara, Executive Director of the Northern Red Sea Region, Director General of the Customs Department in the Ministry of Finance, Director General of Civil Aviation, and later as Governor of both Gash-Barka and Central Regions.
He is survived by his wife and three children. The funeral details will be announced soon.
The Ministry of Local Government expressed its deepest condolences to his family, colleagues, and the people of Eritrea, honoring his remarkable dedication to national service and independence.
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This story was first reported by the Ministry of Information, Eritrea. Read the full article here.
