September 09, 2022
Senegal: Special Presidential Envoy for Climate Kerry's Travel to Nigeria and Senegal
Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry will travel to Abuja, Nigeria, September 12-13 and Dakar, Senegal, September 14-15, where he will engage in discussions with… Read more »
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 »
September 02, 2022
Ethiopia: Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Mike Hammer's Travel to Ethiopia
Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa (SEHOA) Mike Hammer will travel to Ethiopia and the region September 4-15. He will press for an immediate cessation of hostilities and the… Read more »
August 30, 2022
East Africa: Arrival of Wheat-Carrying Brave Commander to East Africa From Ukraine
The United States welcomes the arrival in Djibouti of 23,300 metric tons of Ukrainian grain aboard the ship Brave Commander. This grain will be distributed within Ethiopia and… Read more »
Africa: Ad Hoc Committee to Elaborate a UN Cybercrime Convention Third Negotiating Session at the United Nations in New York
The third negotiating session of the Ad Hoc Committee (AHC) to elaborate a UN cybercrime convention convenes at the United Nations in New York from August 29 to September 9. … Read more »
Africa: Joint Statement on the Contribution of Cooperative Threat Reduction Partnerships to Global Health Security
The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Armenia, Georgia, Iraq, Jordan, Liberia, Philippines, Sierra Leone, Uganda, and… Read more »
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 »
East Africa: Experts to Host Twitter Spaces Discussion On The Hunger in The Horn Of Africa
On August 31, 2022, USAID Administrator Samantha Power and Top Chef judge and food activist Tom Colicchio will host a Twitter Spaces discussion with USAID partners to examine the… Read more »
August 29, 2022
Angola: Angola Elections - August 2022
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 prosperous… Read more »
August 24, 2022
Ethiopia: U.S. Concerned by Reports of Renewed Hostilities
We are concerned by reports of renewed hostilities in Ethiopia. We call on the Government of Ethiopia and the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) to redouble efforts to advance… Read more »
August 20, 2022
Somalia: U.S. Condemns Attack in Mogadishu
The United States strongly condemns the Al-Shabaab attack at the Hayat Hotel in Mogadishu. We express our heartfelt condolences to the families who lost loved ones, wish a full… Read more »
August 19, 2022
Africa: On the Occasion of World Humanitarian Day
On World Humanitarian Day, we honor the humanitarian aid workers who have sacrificed so much to protect and assist the world's most vulnerable populations. We commend the bravery… Read more »
August 17, 2022
Gabon: The Gabonese Republic National Day - 2022
On behalf of the United States, I extend my best wishes to the people of the Gabonese Republic on the 62nd anniversary of your independence. Read more »
August 15, 2022
Liberia: Imposing Sanctions On Senior Liberian Government Officials
The United States is designating Liberian government officials Nathaniel McGill, Minister of State for Presidential Affairs and Chief of Staff to President George Weah; Sayma… Read more »
Africa: To African Diaspora Youth and Exchange Alumni
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Congo-Brazzaville: Republic of the Congo National Day - 2022
On behalf of the United States, I extend my best wishes and congratulations to the government and people of the Republic of the Congo on the 62nd anniversary of your independence. Read more »
August 13, 2022
Kenya: Secretary Blinken's Call With Kenyan President Kenyatta, August 2022
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta to discuss the Secretary's recent visit to South Africa, the DRC, and Rwanda, noting his… Read more »
August 11, 2022
Africa: Digital Press Briefing With Molly Phee, Assistant Secretary, Bureau of African Affairs
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Rwanda: Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Rwandan Foreign Minister Vincent Biruta At a Joint Press Availability
August 11, 2022 - FOREIGN MINISTER BIRUTA: Secretary Blinken, members of the press, good morning. I would like to start by welcoming Secretary Blinken and his delegation to Kigali.… Read more »
Rwanda: Secretary Antony J. Blinken Following His Meeting With Civil Society Representatives From Rwanda
August 11, 2022 - SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good afternoon, everyone. Welcome. It's a pleasure to me and enlightening to hear from some leaders in civil society, from independent… Read more »
Rwanda: Secretary Antony J. Blinken At the Kigali Genocide Memorial
August 11, 2022 - SECRETARY BLINKEN: I just want to express appreciation for visiting the Rwandan Genocide Memorial. This is an incredibly powerful reminder of man's inhumanity to… Read more »
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 »
August 10, 2022
Congo-Kinshasa: Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Christian Lusakueno of Top Congo FM
QUESTION: (Via interpreter) Mr. Secretary of State, hello, welcome to the DRC. Thank you for granting this exclusive interview, our first network in the country. Many African… Read more »