Imposing Further Sanctions in Response to Russia’s Illegal War Against Ukraine 09/14/2023 11:01 AM EDT Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State The Departments of State and the Treasury are imposing further sanctions on over 150 individuals and entities in connection with Russia’s unlawful invasion of Ukraine. As part of today’s action, the U.S. government is targeting individuals and entities engaged in sanctions evasion and circumvention, those …
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By moussae | 16 September, 2023 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Are you between 25 and 35 years old? Are you passionate about leadership and community involvement? Then the Mandela Washington Fellowship is for you! From August 15 to September 12, 2023, apply to this program for the chance to train for 6 to 10 weeks in the United States in one of the following tracks: …
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By moussae | 29 August, 2023 | Topics: Education, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, YALI
Ambassador Patricia Mahoney and John Dunlop, USAID Mission Director for the Central Africa region, visited the Chinko Conservation Area in eastern Central African Republic to assess the progress of USAID support since 2016. USAID has supported work in and around the Chinko Conservation Area through African Parks to strengthen biodiversity conservation planning and implementation and …
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By moussae | 29 August, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Environment, Events, News
Over forty students from the English Literature Department at Université de Bangui interacted with Ambassador Patricia Mahoney during a speaking and listening session she led. Family and family relationships were at the heart of this lively exchange, where the students answered questions using a fun, engaging, and instructive approach. Ambassador Mahoney’s participation opens a series …
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By moussae | 29 August, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, English Language Learning, Events, News
The Central African Republic’s Constitutional Referendum August 22, 2023 Matthew Miller, Department Spokesperson On August 21, the Constitutional Court of the Central African Republic validated the results of the July 30 constitutional referendum, which, among other changes, removes presidential term limits, and undercuts the country’s democratic governance. We believe that regular peaceful transitions of power …
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By moussae | 23 August, 2023 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
June 9, 2023 Press Statement The constitution is the foundational document in a democracy—a document that safeguards a system of government that is of the people, by the people, and for the people and that enshrines their rights, including their right to choose their leaders. It is thus crucial that any proposed change to a constitution …
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By moussae | 9 June, 2023 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
January 26, 2023 Treasury Sanctions Russian Proxy Wagner Group as a Transnational Criminal Organization Sanctions Target Wagner’s Global Support Network, Russia’s Military Complex, Putin Cronies WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is taking additional actions to degrade the Russian Federation’s capacity to wage war against Ukraine …
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By moussae | 26 January, 2023 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
FACT SHEET January 26, 2023 Actions to Counter Wagner and Degrade Russia’s War Efforts in Ukraine The United States will continue to impede the Kremlin’s ability to arm and equip its war machine engaged in an unjustified war against Ukraine. The Department of State is designating five entities and one individual linked to the Wagner …
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By moussae | 26 January, 2023 | Topics: Events, News
January 26, 2023 STATEMENT BY SECRETARY ANTONY J. BLINKEN Countering the Wagner Group and Degrading Russia’s War Efforts in Ukraine The United States is sanctioning individuals and entities linked to Russia’s para-military Wagner Group and its head, Yevgeniy Prigozhin – including its key infrastructure and associated front companies, its battlefield operations in Ukraine, producers of …
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By moussae | 26 January, 2023 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
October 28, 2022 The United States notes with deep concern a series of recent actions relative to members of the Constitutional Court in the Central African Republic, particularly the October 25 removal of Constitutional Court President Daniele Darlan. Judicial independence is a central tenet of democracy. We call on the Central African authorities to ensure …
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By moussae | 2 November, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Following her July 21 audience with President Faustin-Archange Touadera, U.S. Ambassador to the Central African Republic Patricia Mahoney announced that the United States will provide an additional 31 billion CFA, or $48 million, in emergency humanitarian assistance to the Central African Republic through our local partners. This aid adds to the 91 billion CFA, or …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 27 July, 2022 | Topics: Economic Affairs, News
Conclusions of the Steering Committee for the “Durable Institutions / Effective Forces” Agreement between the United States of America and the Central African Republic Today the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Central African Republic concluded the second Steering Committee of the U.S.-CAR “Durable Institutions/Effective Forces” (IDFE) agreement. The …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 13 December, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy in Central African Republic is pleased to announce two new, complementary programs to support the functioning and effectiveness of the Special Criminal Court. A $1.5 million program with the United Nations Development Program will contribute to the UN’s support to the Special Criminal Court’s victim and witness protection work and provide related …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 4 October, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 11 May, 2021 | Topics: News, Official Reports
By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 5 February, 2021 | Topics: News
WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Karen Bass (D-CA), Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa, issued the following statement: “I stand with the people of the Central African Republic (CAR) and urge the international community to play a more decisive role in preventing atrocities, invest in peace efforts, provide much needed humanitarian assistance, and …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 3 February, 2021 | Topics: News
Routine Message for U.S. Citizens November 28 and 29, 2020 You are cordially invited to a town hall hosted by Ambassador Tamlyn, with Consular Officer Emily Hennell and Assistant Regional Security Officer YJ Chung. We will discuss best practices for personal security preparations in light of the upcoming CAR elections. We will also celebrate Thanksgiving …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 16 November, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Michael R. Pompeo September 23, 2020 Today, the United States imposed sanctions on a network connected to Russian operative Yevgeniy Prigozhin by targeting entities and individuals working on his behalf to advance Russia’s influence in the Central African Republic (CAR). The …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 26 September, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy in Bangui announces that it is reducing its staffing in response to increasing travel restrictions, limited health infrastructure and potential disruption of supply chains for essential goods in the Central African Republic. We call your attention to the State Department’s Global Travel Advisory issued March 19, 2020 The State Department has issued …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
BANGUI – February 6, 2020 marks the one-year anniversary of the signing of the Bangui Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation. Mrs. Lucy Tamlyn, U.S. Ambassador to the Central African Republic, made this statement regarding the anniversary: “The United States fully supports the Bangui Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation and urges all parties to respect and …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 5 February, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE DECEMBER 2, 2019 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of the Central African Republic and join you in celebrating your national day on December 1. In the past year, Central Africans have been called to come together and …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 2 December, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases
BANGUI – On Saturday August 10, U.S. Ambassador to the Central African Republic, Lucy Tamlyn, visited multiple Muslim organizations in Bangui to wish the Muslim community a happy, healthy, and safe Tabaski (Eid al-Adha). At each stop, she presented the community with a goat, a traditional Eid al-Adha meal. Ambassador Tamlyn made her first stop …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 12 August, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases
BANGUI – The United States Embassy in Bangui announces the launch of an additional $3.5 million in security assistance training programs for the Central African Armed Forces (FACA). These funds for the Central African Republic (CAR) represent the next phase in the United States’ $12 million in funding to reform and redeploy the FACA. “This …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 5 March, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Dear Prospective Quoter: SUBJECT: Request for Quotations Number 19CT2018Q007 The Embassy of the United States of America invites you to submit a quotation for attorney services for real estate transactions. Your quotation must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “Quotation Enclosed” to the Eric A. Wild, United States Embassy Bangui, Avenue …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 7 September, 2018 | Topics: News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY BANGUI PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION (PAS) PEACE is PROFITABLE Grants Competition The United States Embassy in Bangui is pleased to announce a call for proposals to support Central Africans sustainably managing natural resources. The project should reach a broad Central African audience in a way that resonates. This proposal …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 25 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases
May 1, 2018 The United States Embassy notes with horror and sadness the senseless attack against the church in Fatima today and the subsequent revenge attack against the mosque in Lakounga. We mourn the deaths that occurred, as well as the injuries that resulted from this criminal act. We extend our deepest condolences to the …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 1 May, 2018 | Topics: News
12/13/2017 Washington – The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today designated Okot Lukwang and Musa Hatari pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 13667, which targets certain persons contributing to the conflict in the Central African Republic (CAR), including those that support armed groups involved in activities that threaten the peace, security, …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 13 December, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC December 6, 2017 The United States remains concerned about ongoing violence in the Central African Republic (CAR), and condemns in the strongest terms the continued targeted attacks against civilians, peacekeepers, and humanitarian actors. We further emphasize our strong support to the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 8 December, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC December 1, 2017 ________________________________ I extend my best wishes to the government and people of the Central African Republic on the occasion of your country’s national day celebration. The United States is proud to stand with the government and people of the Central African Republic …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 2 December, 2017 | Topics: News, Speeches
Steven Feldstein is a Deputy Assistant Secretary of State in the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL). He is responsible for DRL’s work in Africa, international labor affairs, and international religious freedom. Previously, Mr. Feldstein served as the Director of the Office of Policy in the Bureau for Policy, Planning and Learning at …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 4 April, 2016 | Topics: News
USAID Administrator Gayle Smith Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Linda Thomas-Greenfield Transcript of AU Summit Press Briefing with US Delegation (PDF 228 KB) (Download Adobe Reader ) MODERATOR: Good afternoon, everyone. Welcome and thank you for joining us for today’s press conference with our U.S. Delegation to the African Union Summit. Today, here, we have at the front table USAID Administrator Gayle Smith and the Assistant Secretary …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 31 January, 2016 | Topics: News
The peaceful conduct and high turnout in the first round of presidential and parliamentary elections in the Central African Republic are clear signs that Central Africans seek a new beginning for their country, and a future based on democratic governance and free from the violence and instability that have plagued the country for far too long. We …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 8 January, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: John Kerry
YALI alumni Cedric Zouade, Stephane Youfeina, and Cedric Ouanekponé gave a presentation on climate change in CAR at the National Youth Assembly on December 26. Cedric Zouade recently participated in a global summit in Bangkok, Thailand, where he discussed the same topic with young leaders from around the world. Be a leader! #YALI
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 26 December, 2015 | Topics: News
Dear Madam President: On behalf of the people of the United States, it is with great pleasure that I congratulate you and the people of the Central African Republic as you celebrate your national day on December 1. The United States remains deeply committed to the transitional authorities and the people of the Central African …
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By U.S. Embassy in Bangui | 1 December, 2015 | Topics: News
