Eritrea is divided into 6 administrative regions. Here is a list of all the zobas in Eritrea:
Regions in Eritrea
- Anseba
- Debub (Southern)
- Debubawi K’eyih Bahri (Southern Red Sea)
- Gash-Barka
- Maekel (Central)
- Semenawi Keyih Bahri (Northern Red Sea)
Quick Facts
| Category | Quick Facts |
|---|---|
| Location | Horn of Africa, bordered by Sudan, Ethiopia, and Djibouti |
| Capital | Asmara |
| Official Languages | Tigrinya, Arabic, and English |
| Population | Approximately 3.5 million as of 2021 estimate |
| Area | Approximately 117,600 square kilometers (45,400 square miles) |
| Geography | Diverse landscape with highlands and coastal areas |
| Independence | From Ethiopia on May 24, 1993 |
| Government | Single-party presidential republic |
| Currency | Eritrean nakfa (ERN) |
| Notable Places | Asmara’s Art Deco architecture, Dahlak Archipelago, Massawa |
| Official Website | Not available |
What are the 10 provinces of Eritrea?
- The country has six regions and sub-regions
How many regions is Eritrea divided into?
- The country has six regions.
What are the 6 Zobas of Eritrea?
The six regions, also known as Zobas, of Eritrea are:
- Anseba Region
- Debub Region (Southern Region)
- Gash-Barka Region
- Maekel Region (Central Region)
- Northern Red Sea Region
- Southern Red Sea Region
Which region is the smallest in Eritrea?
The smallest region in Eritrea is the Southern Red Sea Region.
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