January 11
Congo-Kinshasa: Election Results in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
The United States congratulates Félix Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo on his re-election to a second term as President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). We also… Read more »
January 10
Africa: This Week's International Court of Justice Hearings
The United States recognizes that, as the principal judicial organ of the United Nations, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) plays a vital role in the peaceful settlement of… Read more »
December 19, 2023
Chad: Constitutional Referendum in Chad
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December 12, 2023
Africa: Digital Press Briefing: U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit – One Year Anniversary of Implementation
Special Briefing with the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of African Affairs Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State, Jonathan Pratt, National Security Council Senior… Read more »
December 13, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: The Ceasefire in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
We commend all parties to the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) that have shown restraint and reiterate our call for further steps to reduce tensions and… Read more »
December 12, 2023
Burkina Faso: U.S. Concerns About Human Rights in Burkina Faso
In this moment of insecurity and transition in the Sahel, the United States condemns the increasing and unacceptable violence committed by terrorist groups against civilians,… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's National Day
On behalf of the Government of the United States and the American people, I send best wishes to the people of Kenya as you celebrate your Independence Day. Read more »
December 07, 2023
Mozambique: Strengthening U.S. Open Skies Civil Aviation Partnerships
U.S. delegates to the fifteenth International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Air Services Negotiation Event (ICAN 2023) expanded the network of U.S. Open Skies partners by… Read more »
Sudan: Designation of War Crimes and Crimes against Humanity Committed in Sudan
Statement by Administrator Samantha Power - Nearly 20 years after Secretary Colin Powell announced a determination of genocide in Darfur, today, Secretary of State Antony… Read more »
December 04, 2023
Africa: The U.S. Govt Joins Public-Private Partnership to Create New Billion-Dollar Guarantee Company to Tackle Global Climate Crisis
Today at COP28 the U.S. government, including USAID and the U.S. Presidential initiative Prosper Africa, announced its investment in a public-private partnership to create the… Read more »
Africa: Highlights from 2023 Global Methane Pledge Ministerial
At today's COP28 Global Methane Pledge Ministerial, Ministers welcomed transformational national actions and catalytic grant funding to deliver on the goal to cut methane at least… Read more »
November 16, 2023
Zimbabwe: United States Participation in Kimberley Process Plenary Meetings
The United States participated in the annual Kimberley Process (KP) Plenary meetings in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, November 6-10. The Kimberley Process is an international,… Read more »
November 28, 2023
Mauritania: The Islamic Republic of Mauritania's National Day
On behalf of the United States of America and the American people, I send my best wishes to the government and people of Mauritania as you celebrate 63 years of independence. Read more »
November 27, 2023
Kenya: The United States Joins Kenya for Second Cyber and Digital Dialogue in Nairobi
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November 20, 2023
Gambia: Congratulations to the People of Gambia On Transitional Justice Legislation
Good morning from Washington D.C., where I recently had the pleasure of meeting with Chief Justice Hassan Jallow of the Gambian Supreme Court. Read more »
November 17, 2023
Kenya: Acting Coordinator for Counterterrorism Landberg's Travel to Kenya and Somalia
Acting Coordinator for Counterterrorism Christopher Landberg travelled to Kenya and Somalia November 13 - 17 to discuss shared counterterrorism objectives, review State… Read more »
Sudan: Troika Joint Statement On Attacks in Darfur, Sudan and the Need for a Cessation of Violence
The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Norway, and the United Kingdom. Read more »
November 15, 2023
Nigeria: IRFBA's Statement On Nigerian Religious Prisoner of Conscience, Mubarak Bala
As Chair of the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance, I express my grave concern at the ongoing imprisonment of Mubarak Bala. Read more »
November 14, 2023
Kenya: Special Representative Mcauliffe Travels to Nairobi, Kenya for the Opening of a Coalition for Climate Entrepreneurship Hub
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October 30, 2023
Cape Verde: U.S. Relations With Cabo Verde
More information about Cabo Verde is available on the Cabo Verde Page and from other Department of State publications and other sources listed at the end of this fact sheet. Read more »
November 11, 2023
Angola: Angolan National Day
On behalf of the United States of America, I wish the people of Angola a heartfelt congratulations on the 48th anniversary of your independence. Read more »
November 10, 2023
Kenya: Secretary Blinken's Call With Kenyan Prime Cabinet Secretary/ Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Mudavadi
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November 28, 2023
Africa: U.S. and Africa CDC Launch Joint Action Plan on Public Health
The text of the following statement was released by the Government of the United States of America and the African Union's Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa… Read more »
November 16, 2023
Liberia: Statement by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield on Liberia's Runoff Election
Once again, the Liberian people reaffirmed their commitment to democracy in yesterday’s runoff election. We commend their dedication to exercising their right to vote broadly… Read more »
Africa: Explanation of Vote Following the Adoption of a UN Security Council Resolution Renewing the Mandate of MINUSCA
Thank you, Mr. President. I would like to thank France for its balanced approach facilitating the renewal of this important mandate. Read more »