August 15, 2023
Rwanda: Secretary Blinken's Call With Rwandan President Kagame
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Read more »
August 18, 2023
Sudan: U.S. Press Briefing on Sudan
QUESTION: If no one has Niger – okay. So CNN put out new reporting today about a gruesome massacre on June 15th in West Darfur, Sudan by the Rapid Support Forces and allied… Read more »
August 17, 2023
Sudan: On Fighting in Nyala in South Darfur
The United States calls on the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to cease renewed fighting in Nyala, South Darfur, and other populated areas, which… Read more »
August 07, 2023
Kenya: Statement On the 25th Anniversary of the Embassy Bombings in Kenya and Tanzania
Every August 7th, the State Department community - in Washington and at missions around the world - comes together to observe the anniversary of the U.S. Embassy bombings in… Read more »
East Africa: U.S. Secretary Blinken Commemorates 25th Anniversary of U.S. Embassy Bombings in Tanzania and Kenya
Assistant Secretary Phee: Good morning, and welcome to the Department of State. Ladies, gentlemen, distinguished guests, there are so many of you here I can't single any one of you… Read more »
East Africa: Press Statement By Antony Blinken Secretary of State on Embassy Bombings In Nairobi, Dar es Salaam 25 Years Ago
Every August 7th, the State Department community – in Washington and at missions around the world – comes together to observe the anniversary of the U.S. Embassy… Read more »
August 04, 2023
Sudan: Statement On Atrocities in Darfur, Sudan
The Troika (Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States) condemn in the strongest terms the ongoing violence in Darfur, especially reports of killings based on ethnicity and… Read more »
August 01, 2023
Africa: LGBTQI+ Special Envoy Stern's Travel to Mauritius and South Africa
Jessica Stern, U.S. Special Envoy to Advance the Human Rights of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex (LGBTQI)+ Persons, will travel to Africa, including… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Considering Leading a Multinational Force in Haiti
The United States commends the Government of Kenya for responding to Haiti's call and for considering to serve as the lead nation for a multinational force in Haiti to assist in… Read more »
South Africa: Joint Statement On Working Group On African and Global Issues
The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and South Africa on the occasion of the South Africa - United States Working… Read more »
July 27, 2023
Somalia: Designating Senior Isis-Somalia Financier
The United States is designating Abdiweli Mohamed Yusuf, the head of finance for ISIS-Somalia, an ISIS affiliate in Africa that generates revenue ISIS distributes across the… Read more »
June 27, 2023
Africa: Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Hammer Travels to Kenya
U.S. Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Ambassador Mike Hammer is traveling to Kenya June 27-30 to consult with regional and international partners on supporting continued… Read more »
June 29, 2023
Seychelles: Seychelles National Day
Congratulations to the people of Seychelles on the forty-seventh anniversary of your independence. Read more »
June 26, 2023
Madagascar: Madagascar National Day
On behalf of the United States of America, I wish the people of Madagascar a heartfelt congratulations as you celebrate 63 years of independence on June 26. Read more »
June 16, 2023
Uganda: Visa Restrictions for Undermining the Democratic Process in Uganda
In response to human rights abuses and corruption in Uganda, the Department of State announces that it is taking steps to impose visa restrictions under Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the… Read more »
June 15, 2023
Sudan: Condemning Atrocities in Darfur
The United States condemns in the strongest terms the ongoing human rights violations and abuses and horrific violence in Sudan, especially reports of widespread sexual violence… Read more »
June 22, 2023
South Sudan: State Department, UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, and Norwegian Foreign Office Engage With Companies Operating in the South Sudanese Oil Market Regarding Sanctions and Due Diligence
Today, State Department Sanctions Coordinator Ambassador James O'Brien and Bureau of African Affairs Deputy Assistant Secretary Peter Lord convened a discussion with companies and… Read more »
June 27, 2023
Djibouti: Djibouti National Day
On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the Djiboutian people on the 46th anniversary of your nation's independence. Read more »
June 20, 2023
Sudan: U.S. Announces Nearly U.S.$172 Million in Additional Humanitarian Assistance for Sudan and Neighboring Countries
The United States announced nearly $172 million in additional humanitarian assistance for the people of Sudan and neighboring countries experiencing the impacts of the ongoing… Read more »
May 25, 2023
Somalia: Terrorist Designation of Al-Shabaab Leaders
The United States continues to support Somalia and our other East African partners in their efforts to disrupt al-Shabaab's operations. Countering one of al-Qa'ida's most… Read more »
East Africa: The U.S. Provides an Additional U.S.$524 Million for the Humanitarian Crisis in the Horn of Africa
Today, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield announced the United States is providing nearly $524 million in critical humanitarian assistance for the Horn… Read more »
East Africa: Remarks by the U.S. Announcing U.S.$524 Million Assistance at a High-level Pledging Event on the Horn of Africa
I will try to stay within three minutes, so thank you very much Mr. Bryce-Pease. And thank you very much, Secretary-General Guterres, for shining a spotlight on this crisis. I also… Read more »
May 24, 2023
Kenya: USTR Releases Summaries from U.S.-Kenya Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership Negotiations
Consistent with the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to the highest levels of transparency in trade agreement negotiations, the Office of the United States Trade… Read more »
Sudan: Department Press Briefing – May 23, 2023
QUESTION: Thanks. I know lots of us are concerned about Evan. But let me move to another topic, Sudan. Read more »
East Africa: U,S. Announces U.S.$245 Million in Humanitarian Assistance to Sudan and Neighboring Countries
Last week the United States announced $245 million in additional support to the people of Sudan and neighboring countries experiencing the impacts of the ongoing humanitarian… Read more »