Asmara Marathon 2026: Eritrea’s Asmara Marathon is set for 7 June, the 7th edition, with runners expected from Eritrea, Kenya, Tanzania, South Sudan, and Uganda; for the first time, a 21 km women’s race is planned, alongside events for disabled athletes and a 3 km mass-sport run, with the route recognized by the International Athletics Federation and records to be documented. Independence in Geneva: Eritrea marked its 35th Independence Day anniversary at the Human Rights Commission in Geneva under “Our Resilience: Our Guarantee,” featuring cultural entertainment, an exhibition on unity and natural resources, and remarks on investments in water, soil conservation, education, and health. Red Sea tensions: Eritrean naval forces detained four Yemeni fishermen off Mokha and confiscated their boat and equipment, underscoring ongoing harassment and seizures in Red Sea waters. Eritrea in the wider arts spotlight: A London- and Lagos-based contemporary art gallery, Tiwani Contemporary, has closed after 15 years, with its history including representation of African artists such as Eritrean-born photographer Dawit L. Petros. Ethiopia election fallout (regional context): Multiple reports ahead of Ethiopia’s 1 June vote highlighted restricted voting in Tigray, disruptions in Amhara and Oromia, and tight control of media access—developments that shape the Horn’s cultural and public life.