December 13, 2022
Congo-Kinshasa: Secretary Blinken's Meeting With DRC President Tshisekedi
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December 14, 2022
Congo-Kinshasa: Secretary Blinken and Democratic Republic of the Congo President Félix Tshisekedi Before Their Meeting
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good afternoon, everyone. And let me say what a pleasure it is to have President Tshisekedi here. I was the recipient of his wonderful hospitality in the… Read more »
December 12, 2022
Kenya: Kenya National Day
I join President Ruto and all Kenyans in celebrating 59 years of Kenyan independence. The close cooperation between Kenya and the United States on a wide range of shared priorities… Read more »
December 07, 2022
Sudan: Expanded Visa Restriction Policy for Individuals Undermining the Democratic Transition
We welcome the December 5 signing by Sudanese parties of an initial framework political agreement - an essential first step toward forming a civilian-led transitional government… Read more »
December 06, 2022
Senegal: Special Representative Mcauliffe's Travel to Cote d'Ivoire and Senegal
Special Representative Dorothy McAuliffe traveled to Côte d'Ivoire and Senegal November 12-19, 2022, to visit health facilities monitored by Parsyl, which provides risk… Read more »
November 29, 2022
Equatorial Guinea: On the Elections in Equatorial Guinea
The United States commends the people of Equatorial Guinea who exercised their right to vote on November 20. We note, however, that international election observers, civil society… Read more »
November 11, 2022
Angola: Angolan National Day
On behalf of the United States of America, I wish the people of Angola a heartfelt congratulations as you celebrate 47 years of independence. Read more »
November 07, 2022
South Africa: Sanctioning IS Members in South Africa
ISIS continues to present a threat across the African continent. A July 2022 United Nations Security Council report highlighted how ISIS has used South Africa-based members to… Read more »
November 02, 2022
South Africa: Secretary Blinken's Call With Minister of International Relations and Cooperation
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October 24, 2022
Sudan: One Year Anniversary of Military Takeover
Almost one year ago today, the Sudanese military overthrew the government of Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok, contravened Sudan's Constitutional Declaration, and undermined the… Read more »
October 18, 2022
Rwanda: U.S. Relations With Rwanda
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September 28, 2022
West Africa: U.S. Support of ECOWAS Sanctions on Guinea
The United States commends the strong actions taken by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in defense of democracy in Guinea following its Extraordinary Summit… Read more »
September 16, 2022
Africa: Upcoming Digital Press Briefing With U.S. Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, Mike Hammer
MEDIA ADVISORY | September 20 Digital Press Briefing with U.S. Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, Mike Hammer Read more »
September 15, 2022
South Africa: Secretary Antony J. Blinken and South African Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor Before Their Meeting
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September 07, 2022
Kenya: Secretary Blinken's Call With Kenyan President-Elect Ruto
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September 06, 2022
Eswatini: Eswatini National Day
On behalf of the United States of America, I offer my sincerest congratulations to the people of Eswatini on the 54th anniversary of your nation's independence. Read more »
August 30, 2022
Angola: Angola Elections
The United States notes the broad participation of Angolans in the August 24 elections. We look forward to working together on a path toward a safer, more secure, and… Read more »
August 11, 2022
Africa: Digital Press Briefing With Molly Phee, Assistant Secretary, Bureau of African Affairs
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Angola: U.S. Diplomatic Representation for Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe Moves to U.S. Embassy Luanda
U.S. Ambassador to Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe Dr. Tulinabo S. Mushingi presented his credentials to President Carlos Vila Nova of São Tomé… Read more »
Chad: Chad National Day
On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my warmest wishes to the people of the Republic of Chad on the 62nd anniversary of your independence. Read more »
July 30, 2022
Congo-Kinshasa: The United States-Democratic Republic of the Congo Relationship
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, where he will meet with government leaders and representatives of civil society to… Read more »
August 10, 2022
South Africa: Secretary Blinken's Meeting With President Ramaphosa
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August 08, 2022
Chad: The Chadian Signing of a Peace Agreement in Doha
We commend the signing of the Peace Agreement in Doha and welcome this step toward reconciliation in Chad. We acknowledge the role of the Government of Qatar, the Chadian… Read more »
August 09, 2022
Africa: U.S. Secretary of State Blinken on Africa Strategy - Full Text
The text of a speech delivered by U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken on August 8, 2022: Read more »
August 08, 2022
Africa: U.S. Secretary of State Denies Visiting Africa to Counter Russia
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