Summary
A famous Eritrean cartoonist, Biniam Solomon, was released after being in prison for 15 years without any charges. He was known for his cartoons addressing political and social issues. The reason for his release was not given, and thousands of others remain in detention in Eritrea.
Key Facts
- Biniam Solomon is a well-known Eritrean cartoonist who was imprisoned for 15 years without charges.
- He was arrested in Asmara, the capital of Eritrea, in 2011.
- During his detention, Biniam had no contact with his family and received limited medical care.
- Biniam is known by his pen name "Cobra" and was famous for creating critical cartoons.
- He also worked as a physics teacher and lost an arm during childhood.
- His release is part of a pattern of freeing long-term detainees, although the process lacks transparency.
- Eritrea has been criticized for its human rights record, including holding many prisoners without trial.
