AFRICA | Partnering for peace and prosperity
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Gabon’s President Calls Corruption Africa’s Cancer
“Corruption is a major problem that has to be stopped,” the African leader says..."We know if we want to build a better future with responsible people, we especially need accountability, and this is what has been lacking.”
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U.S. Envoy Reviews Africa's Success Stories
Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Johnnie Carson reviews his recent trip to Ghana, Nigeria, Benin, Togo and Ethiopia and discusses U.S. policy priorities and developments across the continent.
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U.N. Fails to Enforce Sudan Sanctions
“We know that weapons continue to flow into Darfur, acts of sexual and gender-based violence continue unabated and with impunity, military overflights and offensive actions continue,” U.N. Ambassador Susan Rice says.
Other News from Africa
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Mali
The United States and Mali mark 20 years of medical cooperation with the dedication of the Dr. John R. La Montagne Research Center.
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Uganda
A week-long conference reinforces U.S. commitment to help Uganda grow economically while protecting the environment, supporting education and ensuring community health.
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Zimbabwe
USAID awards $14 million in livelihood grants to help Zimbabwe restore food security and revive agricultural production.
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Namibia
The U. S. Ambassador to Namibia has awarded over $325,000 in Community Development and HIV/AIDS Grants to a total of thirty-four development projects in the country.
African Regional Media Hub
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For a collection of media links from the U.S. embassy in South Africa, click here: Africa Media Hub
In Focus
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State Dept. DipNote Blog
Safeguarding the Seaways: Increasing Cooperation Means Decreasing Success for Pirates
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U.S. Helps Countries Counter Illegal Drugs
The United States is committing resources to help other countries enforce anti-drug and money-laundering laws. The illegal drug trade threatens the security interests of all nations.
Rain Forests of the Congo
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An Interview with John Flynn
Rain forests are critical carbon dioxide storage sites that are most useful in their natural state. Their removal from Earth will lead to catastrophic consequences.
Special
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Museum Seeks to Document the African-American Experience
An ambitious Smithsonian Institution project aims to preserve cultural artifacts that tell the story of the African-American experience in the United States.