Internet Service in Eritrea (2025) | TopProviders.net
Current internet landscape in Asmara, Massawa, Keren, and nationwide.
Internet Providers in Eritrea
1. EriTel (State Monopoly)
Speed: Up to 10Mbps (4G) | Avg. 2Mbps
Coverage: Urban centers only
Pros:
- Only legal provider
- Government-operated
- Tigrinya/Arabic support
Cons:
- Slowest speeds in Africa
- Extreme censorship
- Limited availability
Internet Access by City
Asmara Capital
Only Option: EriTel
Avg. Speed: 3Mbps (4G), 1Mbps (WiFi hotspots)
Special Notes: Internet cafes require registration. Check our guide to global internet options.
Other Urban Areas
Availability: Limited to government/military
Avg. Speed: <1Mbps (when available)
Special Notes: Ordinary citizens rarely have access.
How to Get Online in Eritrea
- For Tourists:
- Purchase EriTel SIM at airport (rarely available)
- Use hotel business centers (monitored)
- For Residents:
- Apply for home internet (years-long waitlist)
- Internet cafes (with surveillance)
- Restrictions:
- VPNs illegal
- Social media blocked
Final Reality Check
- Only Option: EriTel (government-controlled)
- For Most Citizens: No regular internet access
- Alternative: Satellite phones (illegal without permit)