August 15, 2022
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 »
Congo-Brazzaville: Secretary Blinken's Call With Republic of the Congo (ROC) President Denis Sassou N'guesso
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Congo-Kinshasa: Secretary Antony J. Blinken Remarks to Press At an Election Transparency Hackathon Event
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Congo-Kinshasa: Secretary Antony J. Blinken Before Meeting With Civil Society Representatives From Eastern DRC
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Congo-Kinshasa: Secretary Blinken's Meeting With DRC Prime Minister Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with Democratic Republic of the Congo Prime Minister Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde in Kinshasa. Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: U.S. Secretary of State Remarks At a Jazz Cultural Event
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August 09, 2022
South Africa: U.S. Secretary of State Remarks At a South African Women's Day Event
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Africa: Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Romain Chanson of Radio France Internationale (RFI))
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August 08, 2022
Africa: U.S. Food Security Assistance to Sub-Saharan Africa
Secretary Blinken travels to South Africa, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Rwanda this week, where the United States has been deploying resources and working in… Read more »
August 10, 2022
Rwanda: The United States and Rwanda - Strategic Partners
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will visit Rwanda on August 11, where he will meet with senior officials and civil society. The United States and Rwanda cooperate on global… Read more »
Africa: Remarks at a UNSC Briefing on Threats to International Peace and Security Caused by Terrorist Acts
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Africa: U.S. Delegation to the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
The Biden-Harris administration is deeply committed to addressing the challenges of systemic racism both at home and abroad, including the structures, policies, laws, and practices… Read more »
East Africa: Samantha Power And Chef Tom Colicchio To Host A Twitter Spaces Discussion With Experts On The Hunger Crisis In The Horn Of Africa
On August 11, 2022, USAID Administrator Samantha Power and Top Chef judge and food activist Tom Colicchio will host a Twitter Spaces discussion with experts to examine the hunger… Read more »
Africa: U.S. Africa Command Welcomes New Leader
U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Michael E. Langley assumed command of U.S. Africa Command in a ceremony at Kelley Barracks, Stuttgart, Germany, Aug. 9. 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 08, 2022
South Africa: Remarks at Women's Day Event
SECRETARY BLINKEN: (In progress) do what we did just to go around and see this. A few extraordinary things here today. First of all, extraordinary innovation here… Read more »