Eritrean Independence Commemoration: Asmara marked the 65th anniversary of the armed struggle’s start with a live cultural show at Cinema Roma, featuring songs, poems, and dramas on unity and sacrifice, with diaspora events in Chicago echoing the same patriotic message. Revolution School Anniversary: Eritrea’s Commission of Culture and Sports announced national celebrations for the Revolution School’s 50th anniversary (Sept 17–20) with photo exhibitions, concerts, seminars, sports, and a symposium aimed at preserving the school’s legacy and strengthening diaspora ties. Football & Eritrea in the Spotlight: South Africa’s SAFA officially unveiled Pitso Mosimane as Bafana Bafana coach, with qualifiers looming—Bafana face Eritrea in late September—while Kenya’s Harambee Stars named a provisional squad that includes Olunga and Okumu and will host Eritrea on Sept 26. Global Arts/Film: Indonesian director Joko Anwar’s “Satan’s Slaves: Origin” is set for a 2027 theatrical release, expanding the franchise’s backstory. Sports Streaming: DAZN secured LaLiga EA Sports rights across Sub-Saharan Africa through 2028/29, bringing all matches to fans including Eritrea. Horn-of-Africa News: EEPA reported heavy fighting erupting in Baidoa, Somalia, alongside broader regional situation updates.