September 10, 2023
Africa: Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Jake Tapper of CNN's State of the Union
QUESTION: And joining me now is Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Secretary Blinken, thanks for joining us. I do want to start with this devastating earthquake in Morocco Saturday… Read more »
September 06, 2023
Sudan: United States Sanctions Senior Rapid Support Forces Commanders
Members of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Darfur have committed atrocities and other abuses, inducing ethnically motivated killings, targeted abuses against human rights… Read more »
Sudan: Ambassador Announces Nearly U.S.$163 Million in Humanitarian Assistance for Sudan
Today, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield announced nearly $163 million in additional humanitarian assistance for the people of Sudan and neighboring… Read more »
Eswatini: Eswatini National Day
On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate all Eswatini on 55 years of independence. As you mark this momentous occasion, let us also celebrate the strong friendship… Read more »
September 01, 2023
Sierra Leone: Visa Restriction Policy on Undermining the Democratic Process
The United States is committed to supporting and advancing democracy in Sierra Leone and around the world. Today, I am announcing a new visa restriction policy under Section… Read more »
August 25, 2023
Sudan: On Conflict-Related Sexual Violence in Sudan
The United States strongly condemns pervasive conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) in Sudan, which credible sources including victims have attributed to the Rapid Support Forces… Read more »
August 24, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: U.S. Sanctions Those Contributing to Conflict Escalation in DR Congo
Today, the United States is imposing sanctions on six individuals contributing to the most recent escalation of conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Each… Read more »
August 22, 2023
Zimbabwe: Presidential Elections in Zimbabwe
As Zimbabweans prepare to head to the polls on August 23, the United States calls on all actors to commit to free, fair, and peaceful elections. The Zimbabwean people deserve the… Read more »
Central African Republic: The Central African Republic's Constitutional Referendum
On August 21, the Constitutional Court of the Central African Republic validated the results of the July 30 constitutional referendum, which, among other changes, removes… Read more »
August 19, 2023
Niger: U.S. Ambassador Kathleen Fitzgibbon Arrives in Niger
At the direction of Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken, Ambassador Kathleen FitzGibbon has traveled to Niamey to lead our diplomatic mission in Niger and bolster efforts to help… 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 »
West Africa: U.S. Press Briefing on Niger
QUESTION: So I guess you’ve seen comments coming out of ECOWAS, the West African states, a lot of tough rhetoric and sort of talking about their commitment to a military… 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 16, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: Designation of Officials for Significant Corruption
The United States is designating the following individuals as generally ineligible for entry into the United States, due to their involvement in significant corruption: Read more »
Mali: Threats to Peace and Security in Mali
The United States is deeply concerned about the threat of worsening violence in Mali as the UN Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission there (MINUSMA) begins its… Read more »
August 15, 2023
Rwanda: Secretary Blinken's Call With Rwandan President Kagame
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Read more »
August 14, 2023
South Sudan: U.S. Government Issues a Business Advisory for South Sudan
The Departments of State, Labor, and Commerce today issued a Business Advisory on South Sudan. The Advisory highlights the growing reputational, financial, and legal risks to U.S.… Read more »
August 10, 2023
West Africa: ECOWAS Call for Restoration of Constitutional Order in the Republic of Niger
The United States joins the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in calling for the restoration of constitutional order in Niger. The United States appreciates the… Read more »
August 08, 2023
Africa: Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Waihiga Mwaura of BBC Focus On Africa
QUESTION: Well, we're now joined by the U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken to discuss the Black Sea Grain Initiative and food security. He's joining us from Washington, D.C. Read more »
August 07, 2023
West Africa: Briefing by U.S Acting Deputy Secretary of State Victoria Nuland from Niamey
MR PATEL: Hey, everybody. Good afternoon and thank you so much for joining us today, especially last minute. Laying out some ground rules real quick, this call… 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 »
Niger: Acting Deputy Secretary Nuland's Trip to Niger
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Read more »
Angola: Embassy Luanda Launches the Dinheiro Digital É Melhor Project to Increase Financial Inclusion
The U.S. Embassy in Angola launched the Dinheiro Digital é Melhor project with mobile operator Africell to improve and expand the use of mobile money applications, making it… Read more »
Cote d'Ivoire: Côte d'Ivoire National Day
On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate Côte d'Ivoire on 63 years of independence. Read more »