August 04, 2023
Niger: Foreign Assistance Programs and Events in Niger
The U.S. government is pausing certain foreign assistance programs benefiting the government of Niger. This interim measure does not impact all U.S. foreign assistance programs in… Read more »
July 29, 2023
Nigeria: Secretary Blinken's Call With Nigerian President Bola Tinubu
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Read more »
August 02, 2023
Niger: Ordered Departure of Non-Emergency U.S. Government Personnel From U.S. Embassy Niamey
The Department of State has no higher priority than the safety and security of U.S. citizens overseas, including U.S. government personnel serving abroad. Given ongoing… Read more »
Niger: Niger - Travel Advisory Raised to Level 4 - Do Not Travel
Last Update: Reissued on August 2, 2023 to reflect the ordered departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and eligible family members. Read more »
Niger: Secretary Blinken's Call With Nigerien President Bazoum
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August 01, 2023
Africa: Secretary Blinken's Call With African Union Commission Chairperson Faki About the Attempted Takeover in Niger
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July 24, 2023
Mali: Imposing Sanctions On Malian Officials in Connection With the Wagner Group
Today, the United States is designating three Malian officials who have worked closely with the Wagner Group to facilitate and expand Wagner's presence in Mali since December 2021.… Read more »
June 27, 2023
Africa: Sanctioning Entities and Individual Connected to Wagner Group in Africa
The United States is imposing sanctions on several entities in the Central African Republic (CAR) today for their connection to the transnational criminal organization known as the… 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 »
May 24, 2023
Senegal: USAID Heralds U.S.$31 Million Agreement with Govt to Deliver High-Quality Health Services
Today, USAID Deputy Administrator Paloma Adams-Allen signed a new agreement with the Government of Senegal to deliver life-saving health services throughout the country. The… 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 »
March 16, 2023
Central Africa: U.S.$150 Million in New Humanitarian Assistance for the Sahel Region and West and Central Africa
Today I am announcing $150 million in new humanitarian assistance for Niger and other countries throughout the Sahel region through the Department of State's Bureau of Population,… Read more »
Niger: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken At a Disarmament, Demobilization, Reintegration, and Reconciliation Event
SECRETARY BLINKEN: I hope you all got a chance to maybe listen in and hear what we heard. But what's truly remarkable is the approach that Niger has taken to countering violent… Read more »
Niger: The United States and Niger - A Strategic Partnership
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken's travel to Niger on March 16, 2023, is the country's first visit by a U.S. Secretary of State. He will meet with President Mohamed Bazoum and… Read more »
March 17, 2023
West Africa: Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Shaun Tandon of AFP
QUESTION: Mr. Secretary, thanks very much for taking this opportunity. We appreciate it. Read more »
March 31, 2023
Senegal: Senegal National Day
On behalf of the United States of America, I offer congratulations to President Sall and the people of Senegal as you celebrate 63 years of independence. Read more »
April 07, 2023
Cote d'Ivoire: Deputy Secretary Sherman's Call With Ivoirian Prime Minister Achi
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March 24, 2023
West Africa: The U.S. Strategy to Prevent Conflict and Promote Stability 10-Year Strategic Plan for Coastal West Africa
Summary: The U.S. government (USG) is committed to expanding partnerships in West Africa to prevent violent conflicts from emerging or further spreading across the region. The… Read more »
March 16, 2023
Niger: Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Moussa Yahaya of Telesahel
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March 10, 2023
Africa: Assistant Secretary for African Affairs Molly Phee On the Secretary's Upcoming Travel to Ethiopia and Niger
MR TEK: Hi, good morning everybody. Welcome to today's call previewing Secretary Blinken's travel to Niger and Ethiopia. Just as a reminder, today's call is on… Read more »
Africa: Blinken to Meet Ethiopia and AU Leaders in Addis and to Make First-Ever Niger Visit by a U.S. Secretary of State
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to Ethiopia and Niger March 14-17, 2023. On March 15, the Secretary will visit Addis Ababa, Ethiopia where he will discuss… Read more »
March 04, 2023
Algeria: Under Secretary Jenkins Travels to Algeria and Benin, March 5-9
Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security Ambassador Bonnie D. Jenkins will travel to Algeria and Benin from March 4th to 9th for meetings on a range of security,… Read more »
March 02, 2023
Nigeria: U.S. Congratulates Nigeria on Election
The United States congratulates the people of Nigeria, President-elect Tinubu, and all political leaders following the declaration by Nigeria's Independent National Electoral… Read more »
March 01, 2023
Nigeria: 2023 Presidential Election Results in Nigeria
The United States congratulates the people of Nigeria, President-elect Tinubu, and all political leaders following the declaration by Nigeria's Independent National Electoral… Read more »