June 19, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: Final Report By UN Group of Experts
The United States welcomes the final report by the United Nations Group of Experts on the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). We condemn the violence that has left so many… Read more »
June 15, 2023
Sudan: Condemning Atrocities in Darfur
The United States condemns in the strongest terms the ongoing human rights violations and abuses and horrific violence in Sudan, especially reports of widespread sexual violence… Read more »
June 22, 2023
South Sudan: State Department, UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, and Norwegian Foreign Office Engage With Companies Operating in the South Sudanese Oil Market Regarding Sanctions and Due Diligence
Today, State Department Sanctions Coordinator Ambassador James O'Brien and Bureau of African Affairs Deputy Assistant Secretary Peter Lord convened a discussion with companies and… Read more »
June 27, 2023
Djibouti: Djibouti National Day
On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the Djiboutian people on the 46th anniversary of your nation's independence. Read more »
June 20, 2023
Sudan: U.S. Announces Nearly U.S.$172 Million in Additional Humanitarian Assistance for Sudan and Neighboring Countries
The United States announced nearly $172 million in additional humanitarian assistance for the people of Sudan and neighboring countries experiencing the impacts of the ongoing… Read more »
June 16, 2023
Nigeria: Assistant Secretary Pyatt's Travel to Nigeria
Department of State Bureau of Energy Resources (ENR) Assistant Secretary Geoffrey R. Pyatt will travel to Abuja, Nigeria, June 18-20. While there, he will highlight U.S. engagement… Read more »
June 14, 2023
Africa: U.S. Briefing Speaks on Wagner Role in Africa
MR MILLER: Good afternoon, everyone. I am very sorry to be late. But on the plus side, I don’t have – on the plus side — Read more »
June 15, 2023
Africa: Explanation of Vote Following the Adoption of a UN Security Council Resolution on Tolerance and International Peace and Security
Abassador Jeffrey DeLaurentisActing Deputy Representative to the United NationsNew York, New YorkJune 14, 2023 Read more »
Africa: Secretary of State Blinken to Release the 2023 Trafficking in Persons Report
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will release the 2023 Trafficking in Persons Report (TIP Report) on Thursday, June 15, at 11:00 a.m. ET in the Dean Acheson Auditorium at the… Read more »
June 13, 2023
Africa: Report on Six Months of Progress on U.S.-Africa Leaders' Summit
MODERATOR: Good afternoon to everyone from the U.S. Department of State's Africa Regional Media Hub. I welcome our participants dialing in from across the continent and thank all… Read more »
May 25, 2023
Africa: Russia Must Stop Its Attacks on Food Security
The Kremlin’s unprovoked and unjustifiable war against Ukraine has severely damaged Ukraine’s economy and exacerbated global food insecurity, especially in developing… Read more »
Somalia: Terrorist Designation of Al-Shabaab Leaders
The United States continues to support Somalia and our other East African partners in their efforts to disrupt al-Shabaab's operations. Countering one of al-Qa'ida's most… Read more »
East Africa: The U.S. Provides an Additional U.S.$524 Million for the Humanitarian Crisis in the Horn of Africa
Today, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield announced the United States is providing nearly $524 million in critical humanitarian assistance for the Horn… Read more »
East Africa: Remarks by the U.S. Announcing U.S.$524 Million Assistance at a High-level Pledging Event on the Horn of Africa
I will try to stay within three minutes, so thank you very much Mr. Bryce-Pease. And thank you very much, Secretary-General Guterres, for shining a spotlight on this crisis. I also… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Secretary Blinken's Call with President Tshisekedi
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke on May 23 with Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) President Félix Tshisekedi. They discussed the ongoing violence and… Read more »
May 24, 2023
Kenya: USTR Releases Summaries from U.S.-Kenya Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership Negotiations
Consistent with the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to the highest levels of transparency in trade agreement negotiations, the Office of the United States Trade… Read more »
East Africa: U,S. Announces U.S.$245 Million in Humanitarian Assistance to Sudan and Neighboring Countries
Last week the United States announced $245 million in additional support to the people of Sudan and neighboring countries experiencing the impacts of the ongoing humanitarian… Read more »
May 20, 2023
Sudan: Agreement on a Short-Term Ceasefire and Humanitarian Arrangements in Sudan
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States of America announce that on May 20, 2023, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, representatives of the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid… Read more »
May 16, 2023
Nigeria: Taking Steps to Impose Visa Restrictions on Individuals Involved in Undermining the Democratic Process During Nigeria's 2023 Elections Cycle
The United States is committed to supporting and advancing democracy in Nigeria and around the world. Today, I am announcing that we have taken steps to impose visa restrictions on… Read more »
Mali: The Release of the UN Report on Moura
The United States is appalled by the disregard for human life exhibited by elements of the Malian Armed Forces in cooperation with the Kremlin-backed Wagner Group – a… Read more »
May 12, 2023
South Africa: Secretary Blinken's Call with South African Minister Pandor
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Sudan: On the Declaration of Commitment to Protect the Civilians of Sudan
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States of America are pleased to announce that on May 11, 2023 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, representatives of the Sudanese Armed Forces and… Read more »
Sudan: Briefing With Senior State Department Officials on the Situation in Sudan
MODERATOR: Good evening, everyone, and welcome to today’s background call on Sudan. Today’s call will be on background, attributable to senior State… Read more »
May 09, 2023
South Africa: Assistant Secretary Stewart Travels to South Africa and Egypt
From May 6-12, 2023, Assistant Secretary for Arms Control, Verification and Compliance Mallory Stewart will travel to Cape Town and Pretoria, South Africa, and Cairo, Egypt, to… Read more »
April 21, 2023
Sudan: U.S. Responds to Eid Al-Fitr Ceasefire in Sudan
I welcome the announcements by the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces that they intend to abide by a three-day Eid al-Fitr ceasefire. I spoke with General Burhan… Read more »