June 20
Somalia: U.S. Ambassador Presents Credentials to Somali Foreign Minister
Shabelle
The newly appointed Ambassador of the United States of America to the Federal Republic of Somalia, Richard H. Riley, presented his credentials to the Minister of Foreign Affairs… Read more »
June 19
Sudan: U.S. Envoy Warns Sudan Factions to 'Negotiate Peace or Face International Intervention'
Dabanga
The United States' Special Envoy to Sudan, Tom Perriello, signalled that the international community is prepared to explore alternative measures if Sudan's warring factions do not… Read more »
South Africa: International Community Looks Forward to Working With New Administration
SAnews.gov.za
International and local guests who have travelled far and wide for the Presidential inauguration have started to fill the Union Buildings Nelson Mandela Amphitheatre to witness… Read more »
June 18
Nigeria: Soy Excellence Center Seeks Collaborative Efforts for Food Security
This Day
The Soy Excellence Center (SEC) of the United States of America recently paid a courtesy visit to the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)-CGIAR, Ibadan, to… Read more »
Nigeria: Ekpo Woos Canadian Businesses, Investors to Nigeria's Gas Sector
This Day
The Minister of State, Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo has said the path to a sustainable energy future requires partnership, innovation, and a shared commitment to… Read more »
June 17
Sudan: The World Turns Its Back While the Noose Tightens Around Sudan
Premium Times
Sudan has become emblematic not just of the collapse of the global security order but of the limits of American power. Read more »
June 15
Africa: President Ruto Not US Pawn in Africa - Ambassador Whitman
Capital FM
US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman has refuted allegations that President William Ruto is a surrogate of President Joe Biden's administration, aimed at expanding US influence in… Read more »
June 14
Sudan: US Announces $315 Million in New Aid for Sudan
VOA
The United States announced Friday more than $315 million in additional humanitarian assistance to Sudan, where 14 months of war between rival generals has left nearly 25 million… Read more »
Kenya: Former U.S. President Obama to Visit Kenya Next Year
Capital FM
President William Ruto has announced that former United States President Barrack Obama will be visiting the country next year. Read more »
Liberia: War Crimes Advocate Solicits Support From U.S. Congress
New Dawn
Dr. Alan White, the former chief investigator of the Special Court for Sierra Leone, is asking the United States Congress to play a critical role in sourcing funding for the… Read more »
Niger: 600 US Troops Remain in Niger As Withdrawal Continues
VOA
About 600 U.S. military personnel remain in Niger, as American troops continue to withdraw from the country before a mid-September deadline, according to a senior U.S. defense… Read more »
Liberia: United States Celebrates Liberian Private Sector's Commitment to Youth Empowerment
FrontPageAfrica
The United States through its Agency for International Development (USAID), and in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth and Sports, today honored the Liberian Private Sector,… Read more »
Liberia: Advocates Ask Us Congressional Committee for Funding for War & Economic Crimes Courts As Dispute Spills Into Open
FrontPageAfrica
Liberian human rights advocates have told a US Congressional committee that it is crucial that the US government take the lead in funding war and economic crimes courts for… Read more »
Malawi: Us Secretary of State Blinken Consoles for Chilima's Passing Through Phone Conversation With Chakwera
Nyasa Times
Despite having already offered its condolences through their Embassy in Malawi, the US President Joe Biden, in a bid to underline US shared grief to Malawi, today instructed his… Read more »
June 13
Niger: First C-17 Withdrawal Flight Departs From Niger [press release]
Africom
The withdrawal of U.S. forces and assets from Niger progressed from initial preparations to redeployment with the departure of a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III aircraft from… Read more »
Kenya: FBI Chief Visits Kenya to Bolster Security Collaboration
VOA
The top U.S. law enforcement officer has concluded a five-day visit to Kenya, pledging to continue working with the East African nation to ensure peace and stability in the region.… Read more »
Liberia: U.S.$48 Million World Bank Initiatives Transforming Agriculture in Lofa
FrontPageAfrica
Lofa County has witnessed a significant transformation in its agricultural sector due to the combined efforts of the Smallholder Agriculture Transformation and Agribusiness… Read more »
Botswana: U.S. and Botswana to Co-Host African Chiefs of Defense Conference
Africom
The United States and Botswana will co-host the 2024 African Chiefs of Defense Conference in Gaborone the last week of June, bringing together top military leaders from across… Read more »
June 12
Africa: 'Three Things We Need G7 to Do' - an Open Letter From 49 MPs Across Africa
African Arguments
A group of parliamentarians from 20 countries across Africa call for debt forgiveness, financial reform, and climate commitments to be met. Read more »
Liberia: U.S. Group Conducts Hearings On Liberia
New Dawn
- A Liberian group is calling on the government to prioritize the establishment of war and economic crimes court for the country to nib the culture of impunity. Read more »
June 11
Angola: Angola and U.S. Address Energy Security
ANGOP
The Assistant Secretary for Energy Resources of the US State Department Geoffrey R. Pyatt is expected in Luanda on Wednesday to participate in the third US-Angola Energy Security… Read more »
West Africa: Nigeria's Teenage Golf Sensation, Oboh Wins U.S. Invitational Tourney
Daily Trust
The President, Nigeria Golf Federation, Otunba Olusegun Runsewe, OON has commended Nigeria's Female golf sensation, Georgia Oboh, on her recent victory at the John Shippen Women's… Read more »
June 08
Africa: Our Shared Ocean Must Sit at Heart of the Africa-Europe Partnership [guest column]
allAfrica
Ahead of the upcoming European elections and amidst a litany of geopolitical shifts, the European Union (EU) must pay due diligence to its partnerships – particularly in… Read more »
June 07
Kenya: Permanent Council Grants Kenya Status of Permanent Observer to the Organization of American States (OAS)
Capital FM
The Permanent council has granted Kenya the status of permanent observer to the Organization of American States (OAS), a regional forum for political discussion, policy analysis… Read more »
Senegal: Under Secretary Zeya's Travel to Senegal and Guinea [press release]
State Department
Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya will travel to Dakar, Senegal, and Conakry, Guinea from June 9-14 to engage on democracy,… Read more »