Arabic and Tigrinya are the main business languages. Various dialects such as Afar, Bilien, Hedareb, Kunama, Nara, Saho and Tigre are also spoken. English, which is rapidly becoming the language of business and education, and Italian are also spoken. Operator assistance may be required. All larger cities are connected via the internal system.
International services are available in the office in Asmara.
International post services have not been resumed with all countries. Delays are likely. The Eritrea Profile is published weekly in English. Hadas Eritrea is published twice-weekly in Arabic and Tigrinya. From time to time these change.