On behalf of the U.S. government, I would like to thank you to the Government of Sudan, and in particular the Sudanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, for organizing this event and inviting us all here today. Thank you also to Ambassador Omer Mohamed Siddig for presiding over today’s events, and I would like to acknowledge ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 31 January, 2019 | Topics:
News, Speeches
Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Demonstrations have been called for the following times: TODAY, January 27, 2019, the Sudanese Professionals Association is calling for sit-ins at multiple locations in Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North, beginning at 3:00 p.m. TUESDAY, January ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 27 January, 2019 | Topics:
Alert
Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Demonstrations have been called for the following times: Tuesday, January 15, possibly starting at 12:00 p.m. in the El Baladiya Ave, El Mek Nimir, and Al Souk al Arabi vicinities. Very significant police and security ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 15 January, 2019 | Topics:
Alert
The Troika (the United Kingdom, Norway and the United States) and Canada, continue to be deeply concerned about the Government of Sudan’s response to the recent protests in Sudan, and the detention without charge or trial of a number of political activists and protesters. Our countries emphasize the right of the Sudanese people to protest ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 8 January, 2019 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Latest MASCOT Demonstration Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan January 3, 2019 Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Demonstrations have been called for the following times: Friday, January 4, 2019: Demonstrations are expected in the afternoon in Khartoum and other cities. Sunday, January 6, ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 3 January, 2019 | Topics:
Alert
December 27, 2018 Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Demonstrations are expected on Friday, December 28, 2018, after Friday prayers. American personnel at the U.S. Embassy are required to limit their movements from 12 noon to 5 p.m. Friday, December 28. ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 27 December, 2018 | Topics:
Alert
December 24, 2018 Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: A demonstration is expected on Tuesday, Dec. 25, 2018, at 1 p.m. in Abu Jinzeer Square in Khartoum. Demonstrations are also expected in Khartoum and in other cities and locations across Sudan ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 24 December, 2018 | Topics:
Alert
December 21, 2018 Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Demonstrations are expected Friday, December 21, 2018, in Khartoum and in other cities and locations across Sudan to protest against the government’s austerity measures. Actions to Take: Avoid the areas of the ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 21 December, 2018 | Topics:
Alert
Call for Nominations Summer 2019 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Scholars Deadline to send nominations is January 12, 2019. PROGRAM OVERVIEW Study of the U.S. Institutes for Scholars SUSIs) are intensive post-graduate level academic programs with integrated study tours whose purpose is to provide foreign university faculty and other scholars the opportunity to deepen ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 18 December, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
Call for Nominations: 2019 Study of the U.S. Institute (SUSI) for Secondary School Educators Email applications to
GibrielMA@state.gov with “SUSI Secondary School Educators (Teachers)” and your name in the subject line. Deadline is January 5, 2019 The Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI) for Secondary Educators are intensive post-graduate level academic programs with integrated study ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 16 December, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
The embassy will be closed on Wednesday December 5, 2018 in memoriam for the passing of President George H.W. Bush
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 4 December, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Click
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 4 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
Deadline to receive applications, no later than October 1, 2018 Please send your application using the
word format nomination form (Word Document 33 KB). Subject line should be 2019 Study of the U.S. Institute on U.S. National Security Policymaking Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSIs) for Scholars are intensive post-graduate level academic programs with integrated study tours whose purpose ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 6 September, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
For FACEBOOK, Website Live overseas? Your vote in 2018 still matters!
http://youtu.be/V7Cq6wCinFA Go to
https://www.fvap.gov/citizen-voter for info on voting absentee. U.S. citizens living and traveling overseas can vote in state primary elections. Be a proud overseas voter! Visit FVAP:
https://www.fvap.gov/citizen-voter U.S. citizens overseas voting in 2018: check with your state for when to request absentee ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 29 August, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
Social media can aid your efforts to reach local audiences of U.S. citizen voters during the 2018 election season. If the consular section manages its own social media properties or if Mission social media platforms draw U.S. citizen audiences, the following content can be used to explain procedures and timelines for voting while residing ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 29 August, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
Location: Khartoum’s northeastern area of al Souq and al Arabi, near the vicinity of al Shuhada Park, in close proximity to popular restaurants including Assaha and Ozone. Event: Peaceful demonstration planned for tomorrow, August 1, 2018 at 9:00 A.M., calling for a change in the parliament and the presidency. Actions to Take: Avoid the areas of the ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 31 July, 2018 | Topics:
Alert
Reconsider travel to Sudan due to terrorism and civil unrest. Some areas have increased risk. Please read the entire Travel Advisory. Do not travel to: The Darfur region, Blue Nile state, and South Kordofan state due to crime and armed conflict. Terrorist groups continue plotting attacks in Sudan, especially in Khartoum. Terrorists may attack ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 2 July, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Press Releases
United States Secretary of State Michael Pompeo released the eighteenth annual Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report at a public event at the State Department in Washington, D.C. on June 28. The theme of this year’s TIP Report is “Local Solutions to a Global Problem: Supporting Communities in the Fight against Human Trafficking.” This year’s report ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 1 July, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
| Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
Beginning July 15, 2018, the Consular Section at the U.S. Embassy will accept U.S. dollars only for all Consular services. Exact change, please!
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 13 June, 2018 | Topics:
News
Location: US Embassy Sudan, Khartoum Date: Sunday June 2, 2018 at 09:00 AM Time: 9 AM (arrive 15 minutes earlier). Registration: candidates can register at any time through May 30, 2018 in order to schedule a seat. Potential candidates must use the following address/link to initiate and complete the application process:
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 16 May, 2018 | Topics:
News
U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan May 14, 2018 Location: Sudan, countrywide Event: Potential for demonstrations in Khartoum and across Sudan Ongoing events in Israel and Gaza may lead to protests, some of which may have the potential to become violent. Extremists may use recent events to target U.S. citizens, employing a variety of tactics. They may ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 15 May, 2018 | Topics:
Alert
Invitation to apply for the 2019-2020 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program through the Embark system US Embassy Khartoum deadline for receipt of application forms through the Embark system is Sunday, July 1, 2018 in order to select, interview, recruit and send final nominations to the US Institute of International Education (IIE) Attention: An official copy ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 7 May, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
Call for Applications The United States Embassy Khartoum will begin accepting applications for the 2019 Fulbright Foreign Student Program as of today, April 15, 2018. This program will award grants to Sudanese graduates or near graduates to pursue an advanced degree, non-degree, or research program in the United States. The Sudan Fulbright Program is designed primarily ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 17 April, 2018 | Topics:
Education
Effective April 2, 2018, the passport execution fee will increase from $25 to $35. The $10 execution fee increase applies to U.S. passport applicants using the DS-11 form including: first-time applicants over age 16, children under age 16, and applicants who reapply after reporting their previous passport lost or stolen. Customers applying with the DS-11 ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 13 March, 2018 | Topics:
News
On the occasion of World Wildlife Day, Deputy Chief of Mission Ervin Massinga led an eight-member Embassy delegation to the Sennar State capital of Singa and to Dinder National Park on March 4 to 7. This was the Embassy’s first official visit to Dinder National Park since 2011. Dinder National Park was established in 1935 ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 12 March, 2018 | Topics:
News
AEIF offers alumni of the U.S. Government-sponsored exchange programs the opportunity to propose innovative projects that address one of the five U.S. foreign policy themes. Alumni are invited to submit their project ideas through the International Exchange Alumni Website: (
https://alumni.state.gov ) between March 1 and March 29, 2018. Alumni teams may request up to 25,000 ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 21 February, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
Khartoum, Sudan – The United States Embassy in Sudan is deeply concerned by the continued arrests and detentions of hundreds of political leaders, activists and ordinary citizens, many of whom are being held in inhumane and degrading conditions, and without access to lawyers or family. The United States believes in every Sudanese’s right to enjoy ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 19 February, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
Application Deadline is March 18, 2018 TEA is an intensive non-credit, non-degree six-week professional development program at a U.S. university (January – March 2019 or September – November 2019). Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement (TEA) Program provides international teachers with unique opportunities to develop expertise in their subject areas, enhance their teaching skills, and increase ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 8 February, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
U.S. Embassy Khartoum 08 January 2018 On Wednesday, January 10, 2018, the Department of State will make changes to our safety and security information to make it easier to find, understand, and use. Travel Advisories will replace Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts. Every country will have a Travel Advisory, which will provide one of four ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 8 January, 2018 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
The recent announcement that the United States recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and plans to relocate the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem may spark protests, some of which have the potential to become violent. U.S. Embassy Khartoum reminds U.S. citizens of the continuing need for caution and awareness of personal security. ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 13 December, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
The recent announcement that the United States recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and plans to relocate the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem may spark protests, some of which have the potential to become violent. U.S. Embassy Khartoum reminds U.S. citizens of the need for caution and awareness of personal security. Review ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 7 December, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
The U.S. Mission to Sudan is pleased to announce the opening of the Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2018 Grants Competitions.
AFCP Small Grants Competition AFCP Large Grants Competition AFCP was established to support countries in preserving their cultural heritage and to demonstrate U.S. respect for other cultures. The AFCP competition for Sudan supports preservation of cultural sites, objects, and museum collections ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 5 December, 2017 | Topics:
News
Email applications to GibrielMA@state.gov with “SUSI Secondary School Educators (Teachers)” and your name in the subject line. Deadline is January 1, 2018. The Study of the U.S. Institute for Secondary Educators (Teachers) is an intensive post-graduate level academic program with integrated study tours whose purpose is to provide foreign secondary educators the opportunity to deepen ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 26 November, 2017 | Topics:
Education, News
Email applications to GibrielMA@state.gov with “SUSI Scholars” and your name in the subject line. Deadline is January 1, 2018. Study of the U.S. Institutes for Scholars are intensive post-graduate level academic programs with integrated study tours whose purpose is to provide foreign university faculty and other scholars the opportunity to deepen their understanding of U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 26 November, 2017 | Topics:
Education, News
Asalaam Alaikam [ah-Suh-LAHM-ah-LAY-kuhm]. I am honored to join all of you here today. I would like to first thank the leaders of the Al-Neelain [al NEE-len] Mosque for hosting us today and for their gracious hospitality. Many people from different faiths, backgrounds, and cultures have joined us here today to talk about the important work ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 20 November, 2017 | Topics:
Former U.S. Government Leaders, President of the United States, Press Releases, Vice President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Mike Pence, Rex Tillerson
STEPS International School in Omdurman, partially funded by the U.S. Embassy in Khartoum on November 6 launched an English language training program with far-reaching impact. U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Officer, Keith Hughes attended the opening of this project that will equip already experienced English language teachers with modern strategies and encourage them to explore new ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 8 November, 2017 | Topics:
News
By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 22 October, 2017 | Topics:
News
• Due to technical issues, the registration period for DV-2019 is being restarted, and all entries made prior to October 18, 2017, will need to be resubmitted for the entrant to be considered. • We regret the inconvenience to Diversity Visa entrants. In order to ensure fairness and protect the integrity of the process for ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 15 October, 2017 | Topics:
Immigrant Visas
Congratulations to the DV-2017 winners whose visas were approved and printed. Your passports with visas have been delivered to you. The DV limit for 2017 of 50,000 visas was reached, so no further DV numbers are available for DV 2017. If your visa application was not approved before the DV visa limit was reached, please ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 10 October, 2017 | Topics:
Visas
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY SPOKESPERSON HEATHER NAUERT October 6, 2017 Today, the United States decided to revoke economic sanctions with respect to Sudan and the Government of Sudan under Executive Orders 13067 and 13412, in recognition of the Government of Sudan’s sustained positive actions to maintain a cessation of ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 6 October, 2017 | Topics:
Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Rex Tillerson
When an individual makes a visa application, only a U.S. consular officer reviews the facts of the case and makes a determination of eligibility based on U.S. law. All visa applications are reviewed individually in accordance with the requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and other relevant laws, which establish detailed standards for determining ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 19 September, 2017 | Topics:
Visas
August 28, 2017 Governor’s Office North Darfur State, Sudan Administrator Green: I wish to offer my sincere thank you to all of you, in particular to the Governor, for the very warm welcome today. My visit here to North Darfur today not only demonstrates USAID’s continuing concern and support for the people of Sudan, but ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 31 August, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
Executive Summary The Interim National Constitution (INC) provides for freedom of religious creed and the rights to worship, assemble, and maintain places of worship. Some laws and government practices are based on the government’s interpretation of a sharia system of jurisprudence and do not provide protections for religious minorities, including minority Muslim groups. The law ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 16 August, 2017 | Topics:
Official Reports, Press Releases
Due to system maintenance the following mailboxes will be down starting at 4:30 PM (local time) on Monday August 14, 2017 until 8:00 AM (local time) on Thursday August 17, 2017:
KhartoumCongressional@state.gov KhartoumConsular@state.gov KhartoumNIV@state.gov KhartoumIV@state.gov KhartoumV92V93@state.gov KhartoumACS@state.gov For urgent inquiries please send an email to
KhartoumConsularTemporary@state.gov . Please resume use of the regular mailboxes on Thursday August 17, 2017 as the temporary ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 14 August, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
August 7, 2017 MEDIA NOTE VISIT TO KHARTOUM BY DEPUTY TO THE COMMANDER FOR CIVIL-MILITARY ENGAGEMENT AMBASSADOR ALEXANDER LASKARIS The Deputy to the Commander for Civil-Military Engagement, United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), Ambassador Alexander M. Laskaris, will visit Khartoum, August 8-9 to meet with senior military, political, and government leadership to discuss areas of cooperation ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 7 August, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
Khartoum, Sudan – The United States is concerned about the alarming malnutrition rates and deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Jebel Marra region of Darfur where the lives of thousands of children and vulnerable adults are at stake. Recent nutrition screenings and surveys show critical levels of severe acute malnutrition indicating a complex humanitarian crisis that ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 25 July, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release July 20, 2017 STATEMENT BY SPOKESPERSON HEATHER NAUERT Dialogue and Counterterrorism Cooperation with Sudan The United States welcomes the recent announcements by the Governments of Sudan and Saudi Arabia underscoring Sudan’s commitment to sustain positive dialogue with the United States and to continue collective ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 20 July, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that Embassy personnel have been instructed to avoid unnecessary movements and remain at home on Friday, July 14. This action is a precautionary measure following the announcement of an extended sanction review period. The Embassy is not aware of any reports of planned protests or demonstrations. Even demonstrations intended ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 13 July, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
The Administration Extends Sudan Sanctions Review Period Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC Today, the President issued an Executive Order (E.O.) extending the review period established by E.O. 13761 of January 13, 2017, which set forth criteria for the revocation of certain sanctions on Sudan. The President’s E.O. extends the review period for an additional ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 12 July, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
Representing the Government of Sudan, Ambassador Mahmoud Hassan Alamin Director General of Bilateral Affairs and Deputy Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ambassadors, Chiefs of Mission Members of the Diplomatic Corps Distinguished Guests My Fellow Americans We at the U.S. Embassy would like to thank you all for joining us for the 241st anniversary ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 4 July, 2017 | Topics:
President of the United States, Speeches
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
Dear Sudanese people: On the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, I convey our warmest wishes to our Muslim friends around the world. This holiday marks the culmination of Ramadan, a holy month in which many experience meaning and inspiration in acts of fasting, prayer, and charity. On Eid al-Fitr, Muslims in the United States and around ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 22 June, 2017 | Topics:
Former U.S. Government Leaders, Press Releases
| Tags: Rex Tillerson
United States Embassy Khartoum, Sudan Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Confirmed Cases of Cholera in Sudan June 1, 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum informs U.S. citizens that there are confirmed reports of cholera cases in some areas of Sudan, including the greater Khartoum metropolitan area, that have resulted in fatalities. This is a reminder ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 4 June, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum informs U.S. citizens that there are confirmed reports of cholera cases in some areas of Sudan, including the greater Khartoum metropolitan area, that have resulted in fatalities. This is a reminder to follow hand hygiene practices, and to consume safe food and water. Those who will be far away from ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 1 June, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
On behalf of the US State Department, I hope and Rinda Muslims around the world Ramadan Mubarak and Mhie peace. Ramadan is the month of dignity, generosity and self-reflection. More importantly, it is a time of family and friends meeting and giving charity to the less fortunate people. This reminds us all of the month ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 29 May, 2017 | Topics:
Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News
| Tags: Rex Tillerson
On behalf of the American people, I would like to wish all Muslims a joyful Ramadan. During this month of fasting from dawn to dusk, many Muslims in America and around the world will find meaning and inspiration in acts of charity and meditation that strengthen our communities. At its core, the spirit of Ramadan ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 26 May, 2017 | Topics:
President of the United States, Press Releases
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
Remarks U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Steven Koutsis (As Prepared) at the Sudan Economic Forum Thursday, May 25, 2017 Sudanese Bankers Union, Jamhoria St., Khartoum, Sudan Undersecretary El Naim of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Undersecretary Holi of the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning, Excellencies, Distinguished officials, Members of the Diplomatic community, Ladies and Gentlemen: It ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 25 May, 2017 | Topics:
Economics, Former U.S. Government Leaders, President of the United States, U.S. Relations
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Rex Tillerson
APPLY NOW! SEEKING CANDIDATES FOR THE 2018-2019 HUMPHREY FELLOWSHIP DEADLINE IS SUNDAY, JULY 30, 2017. The Humphrey Fellowship brings accomplished young and mid-career professionals with leadership potential to the United States for a year of non-degree graduate-level academic study, leadership development, and professional collaboration with U.S. counterparts. To qualify, applicants must have the following: ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 21 May, 2017 | Topics:
Education
In response to rumors recently circulating in the media, U.S. Embassy Khartoum reiterates that the United States has made its position with respect to Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir’s travel clear. We oppose invitations, facilitation, or support for travel by any person subject to outstanding International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrants, including President Bashir. Also, there ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 17 May, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 14 May, 2017 | Topics:
Education
U.S. Embassy Charge d ‘affairs Steven Koutsis and embassy staff gathered for a moment of silence to commemorate colleagues who sacrificed and lost their lives serving the United States. Each year on the first Friday of May, the Department of State observes Foreign Affairs Day, recognizing employees of foreign affairs agencies and their dedication and ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 6 May, 2017 | Topics:
Events
Port Sudan, Red Sea State, Sudan – In mid-April 2017, the United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), in coordination with the United Nations World Food Program (WFP), welcomed the arrival of the third shipment of urgently needed food assistance for Sudan. The Liberty Glory maritime vessel arrived in Port Sudan on ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 2 May, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City AS DELIVERED Thirty years ago, my predecessor, Daniel Patrick Moynihan, made the case that human rights have a special place in foreign policy. It had been just two years since the General Assembly passed its outrageous resolution equating Zionism with racism. Moynihan thought tolerance and compassion ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 25 April, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
As Delivered Thirty years ago, my predecessor, Daniel Patrick Moynihan, made the case that human rights have a special place in foreign policy. It had been just two years since the General Assembly passed its outrageous resolution equating Zionism with racism. Moynihan thought tolerance and compassion could use a win at the UN, and as ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 18 April, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
Chargé d’Affaires Steven Koutsis visited former U.S. Embassy employee Hassan Idris who served U.S. Embassy Khartoum for 43 years (1958 to 2002) as driver to previous Chargé d’Affaires. During the visit, Chargé d’Affaires Steven Koutsis viewed several photos and memorabilia during Mr. Idris’ time at the U.S. Embassy. Koutsis thanked him for his years of ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 18 January, 2017 | Topics:
Events
For Immediate Release Statement by Mark Toner, Deputy Spokesperson December 16, 2016 The United States is concerned about the Government of Sudan’s threatening rhetoric and the crackdown on Sudanese media in response to calls by Sudanese civil society for civil disobedience. If protests do occur, we urge the Government to respond to protesters with restraint, ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 16 December, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
December 7, 2016 For Immediate Release Joint Statement on Political Detentions and Newspapers’ Censorship The members of the Troika (Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States), the European Union (the EU, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Romania, Spain, Sweden and the UK), and Canada are concerned about the detention, apparently without charge, of a ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 7 December, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
November 8, 2016 The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum informs U.S. citizens that the Government of Sudan recently released an announcement regarding the lifting of state subsidies on certain consumer commodities. In addition, the government has reportedly taken measures to prevent or disrupt activities to protest the measures. Review your personal security plans, remain aware of ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 8 November, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
U.S. Embassy Khartoum’s Deputy Chief of Mission Benjamin Moeling visited Sinnar State October 12-13. During his trip, U.S. Embassy Khartoum donated a library to Al-Humaira Basic School for Girls in Wad Alnayal. In demonstration of our commitment to education, the library will be shared by other primary schools in the surrounding community. DCM Moeling also ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 12 October, 2016 | Topics:
Events
October 8, 2016 For Immediate Release Statement by John Kirby, Spokesperson Sudan’s National Dialogue General Conference The United States notes the Government of Sudan’s intention to hold a General Conference on October 10 to review the progress made by National Dialogue participants. While we acknowledge that the conference will recognize the contributions of the different ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 8 October, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
September 28, 2016, For Immediate Release Embassy of the United States of America Khartoum, Sudan Public Affairs Section The U.S. Department of State hosted a conference in New York on September 19, 2016, in which representatives from State, the U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), and the U.S. Commerce Department’s Bureau of ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 28 September, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
For Immediate Release; August 28, 2016 Embassy of the United States of America Khartoum, Sudan Public Affairs Section U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson The U.S. Special Envoy for Sudan and South Sudan, Ambassador Donald Booth, will visit Sudan from August 28 to September 1. In addition to his official meetings in Khartoum, ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 28 August, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
July 23, 2016 Breaking into the hyper-competitive fashion world isn’t easy, but Ghanaian fashion designer Papa Oppong is doing just that. Among young designers, Oppong, 24, stands apart for a couple of reasons. He has a unique aesthetic inspired by pop culture and the vibrant colors of a Ghanaian street market. And he wants to ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 23 July, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
July 21, 2016 The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum informs U.S. citizens that a possible demonstration has been organized by the Sudanese Turkish Friendship Society to begin after Friday prayers on July 22, 2016, beginning at the Grand Mosque in Khartoum and ending at the Turkish Embassy. Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 21 July, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
“Initially, the oncologist thought it was benign,” said Jillion Potter, who woke up after a 2013 rugby tournament with a lump under her tongue. It wasn’t. Potter was facing a rare soft tissue cancer, one of the most misdiagnosed in the world. Stage III synovial sarcoma took her from the rugby field to a hospital ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 21 July, 2016 | Topics:
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July 2, 2016 On June 29 and 30, Special Envoy Donald Booth visited Khartoum and engaged with government officials on a range of issues, including the political negotiations to end the conflicts, the National Dialogue, and implementation of a cessation of hostilities. He also met with the leadership of the United Nations African Union Hybrid ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 2 July, 2016 | Topics:
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U.S. Embassy Khartoum was honored to participate in the Physical Disability Challengers’ annual Ramadan food handout on June 5. Disability Challengers advocates for people with disabilities through capacity building and public awareness. Staff passed out bags of food, and the U.S. Embassy in Khartoum donated books to the children. Special thank you to this wonderful ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 26 June, 2016 | Topics:
Events
5 May 2016 Khartoum – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) today welcomed a significant in-kind food contribution, 47,500 metric tons of sorghum, from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). Valued at approximately US$ 37 million, this in-kind food contribution will be used to support WFP’s operations in Sudan.The United States Embassy ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 5 May, 2016 | Topics:
Former U.S. Government Leaders, Press Releases
| Tags: Barack Obama
April 28, 2016 The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum informs U.S. citizens in Sudan that there have been incidents of violence at several universities in Khartoum, including disputes over plans to sell university land, and conflict between rival political groups that resulted in the death of a student. As a result of ongoing unrest, the Embassy ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 28 April, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
April 26, 2015 | Khartoum, Sudan Over the past two days, I had the opportunity to meet with a wide range of people from Sudanese society, including government officials, students, entrepreneurs, and representatives from civil society and international organizations. It is clear that Sudan’s ability to ensure that women and girls are protected and empowered ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 26 April, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
2016’s International Jazz Day concert April 30 will be broadcast live from the White House. In support we present White House Music, an extensive look at legendary musicians who have performed there during the Obama years. Aretha Franklin, Beyoncé, B.B. King, Mick Jagger, many more. Includes a link to full-length videos of White House concerts. See ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 24 April, 2016 | Topics:
Former U.S. Government Leaders, Press Releases
| Tags: Barack Obama
April 9, 2016 The United States expresses serious concern regarding the Government of Sudan’s plans to conduct a referendum on April 11-13 over the political future of Darfur. If held under current rules and conditions, a referendum on the status of Darfur cannot be considered a credible expression of the will of the people of ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 9 April, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
April 8, 2016 The Troika (Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States) supports the efforts of the African Union High-level Implementation Panel (AUHIP) to create a Roadmap Agreement for ending conflict in Sudan. While we welcome the Government of Sudan’s signing of the Roadmap agreement, we urge the government to clarify its commitments regarding ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 8 April, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
El Fasher, Sudan | March 3, 2016 A delegation from the United States Embassy in Khartoum, led by Chargé d’Affaires (CDA) a.i. Benjamin Moeling, completed a successful visit to North Darfur on March 3. The delegation met with a wide range of individuals and organizations in El Fasher, including the Wali, local government and security ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 3 April, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
“You’re right where you belong,” Obama said. “You’re not Muslim or American, you’re Muslim and American.” This was what President Obama said during his visit to the Islamic Society of Baltimore addressing American Muslims
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 4 February, 2016 | Topics:
Former U.S. Government Leaders, Press Releases
| Tags: Barack Obama
December 10, 2015 “The next generation is watching what we do,” Obama says. President Obama delivers a speech at COP21, the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Paris. “Just over a week ago, I was in Malaysia, where I held a town hall with young people, and the first question I received was from a ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 10 December, 2015 | Topics:
Former U.S. Government Leaders, Press Releases
| Tags: Barack Obama
“We can show the world what’s possible.” Obama witnessed receding glaciers in Alaska in September. ((c) AP Images) President Obama expressed urgency and optimism as world leaders met to tackle climate change at the COP21 climate talks in Paris. There is such a thing as being too late, and when it comes to climate change, ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 3 December, 2015 | Topics:
Former U.S. Government Leaders, Press Releases
| Tags: Barack Obama
November 23, 2015 The State Department alerts U.S. citizens to possible risks of travel due to increased terrorist threats. Current information suggests that ISIL (aka Da’esh), al-Qa’ida, Boko Haram, and other terrorist groups continue to plan terrorist attacks in multiple regions. These attacks may employ a wide variety of tactics, using conventional and non-conventional weapons ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 23 November, 2015 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
November 19, 2015 KHARTOUM—Action on Disability and Development (ADD) International, an organization based in the United Kingdom that works for independence, equality and opportunity for people with disabilities living in poverty, today launched a new program in Sudan with its first-ever grant from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). USAID awarded the organization ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 19 November, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
November 18, 2015 The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum informs U.S. citizens that Sudanese social media sites are calling on people to gather tomorrow, November 19 at 10:00 a.m. outside the Egyptian Embassy in Khartoum to protest the treatment of Sudanese citizens in Egypt and demand the immediate withdrawal of the Sudanese Ambassador in Cairo. Some ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 18 November, 2015 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
October 29, 2015 Khartoum, Sudan – The United States Embassy in Khartoum welcomes Sudan’s removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) list of countries with strategic deficiencies in their legal and regulatory framework for combating money laundering and the financing of terrorism. During the FATF’s plenary meeting on October 21-23, 2015, the organization ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 29 October, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
October 20, 2015 Media Note Khartoum, Sudan – During an October 18-October 20 UN/OCHA multi-donors’ Mission to Sudan, Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration Catherine Wiesner and USAID Deputy Assistant Administrator for Democracy, Conflict, and Humanitarian Assistance Bob Leavitt – together with the international donor delegation – met with Sudanese ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 25 October, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
September 29, 2015 The United States welcomes the Sudan Revolutionary Front’s statement of September 15, 2015, including its commitment to a six-month cessation of hostilities. This statement follows the Government of Sudan’s announcement in August of a unilateral two month cessation of hostilities. We urge botxasrae tpaeiaoioo eaeiarap hmonth cessation of hostilities and to begin ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 29 September, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
September 9, 2015 The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum informs U.S. citizens that from September 10 – 12 all non-essential travel outside of Khartoum by embassy personnel has been temporarily suspended. This is a precautionary measure because of the upcoming September 11 anniversary. Please remain vigilant and maintain your situational awareness for any signs of suspicious ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 9 September, 2015 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
August 29, 2015 Khartoum, Sudan – My delegation and I completed our visit to Sudan on August 29. We engaged the Government of Sudan on the full range of issues that frame our bilateral relationship. My visit also included constructive discussions with civil society representatives, business leaders, political parties, humanitarian actors, and other Sudanese citizens. ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 29 August, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
July 27, 2015 Khartoum, Sudan – On July 26, the United States celebrated the 25th anniversary of passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination based on physical or mental disability in all areas of public life and promotes accessibility to jobs, schools, transportation, and places open to the general public. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 27 July, 2015 | Topics:
Former U.S. Government Leaders, Press Releases
| Tags: Barack Obama
These annual reports cover internationally recognized individual, civil, political, and worker rights, as set forth in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other international agreements. The U.S. Department of State submits annual reports on all countries receiving assistance and all UN member states to the U.S. Congress in accordance with the Foreign Assistance Act ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 26 July, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
June 29, 2015 Each year, over 8 million Muslims celebrate Ramadan in the United States at the same time the Sudanese are celebrating. In the spirit of celebrating our common ties, U.S. Embassy Khartoum staff distributed over 85 Ramadan food packages to its Sudanese neighbors living near U.S. Embassy grounds. Food packages included items such ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 29 June, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
“Win-win: Educating girls helps everyone.” First lady Michelle Obama met with pupils and teachers at London’s Mulberry School for Girls. During her June 16 visit to London, first lady Michelle Obama (
https://share.america.gov/five-little-known-facts-about-michelle-obama/ ) announced that the United States and the United Kingdom are launching new partnerships worth nearly $200 million to support education for adolescent ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 16 June, 2015 | Topics:
Former U.S. Government Leaders, Press Releases
| Tags: Barack Obama
June 15, 2015 The Department of State warns U.S. citizens of the risks of traveling to Sudan. We urge U.S. citizens to avoid all travel to the Darfur region of Sudan, and to Blue Nile and Southern Kordofan states, and advise U.S. citizens to consider carefully the risks of travel in other areas of Sudan. This ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 15 June, 2015 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
June 1, 2015 Khartoum, Sudan — The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), signed an agreement on Sunday with DAL Food to provide locally sourced, pasteurized milk to 5000 malnourished school children in Red Sea State, as part of a public-private partnership to improve education and nutrition through dairy distribution. DAL Dairy ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 1 June, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Jerry Lanier and World Food Program (WFP) Deputy Country Director Margot Van Der Velden welcomed to Port Sudan the Liberty Grace, a ship carrying 47,500 metric tons of sorghum from the U.S. state of Texas. This donation from the U.S. Agency for International Development is enough to feed 1.8 million internally displaced ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 27 May, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
May 6, 2015 Members of the United States Embassy in Khartoum participated in a Community Health Day on May 2 in Kalakla. The event was sponsored by the Abd Elaal Elidrissi Organization for Self Rehabilitation – a non-profit group formed in 2008 to support the psychological needs of homeless people, persons with addictions, and/or those ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 6 May, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
May 2, 2105 U.S. Embassy Khartoum participated in a Community Health Day on May 2. The event was sponsored by the Abd Elaal Elidrissi Organization for Self Rehabilitation – a non-profit group formed in 2008 to support the psychological needs of homeless people, persons with addictions, and/or those at-risk for taking their own lives. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 2 May, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
April 20, 2015 The text of the following statement was issued jointly by the Governments of Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America. Begin Text: The members of the Troika (Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States) regret the Government of Sudan’s failure to create a free, fair, and conducive elections ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 20 April, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
March 24, 2015 The text of the following statement was issued jointly by the Governments of the United States ofAmerica, the United Kingdom, and Norway. Begin Text: The members of the Troika (the United States, the United Kingdom, and Norway) continue to support aprocess of National Dialogue in Sudan. A comprehensive and inclusive National Dialogue ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 24 March, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
March 2, 2015 Khartoum, Sudan – The United States is fighting malnutrition in Sudan through an innovative partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and a local peanut processing facility that produces a product used to treat severe acute malnutrition in children under age five. In Sudan, more than 2 million children need nutrition ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 2 March, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
By Ambassador Jerry Lanier, the Chargé d’Affaires at the United States Embassy in Sudan – February 17, 2015 On February 17, my government announced that, effective February 18, Sudanese sanctions regulations are amended to authorize the exportation and re-exportation to Sudan of certain personal communications hardware and software, as well as related services from the ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 17 February, 2015 | Topics:
Former U.S. Government Leaders, Press Releases
| Tags: Barack Obama
Media Note February 11, 2015 The State Department on February 9-10 hosted Sudanese Presidential Assistant Ibrahim Ghandour in Washington, D.C. The dialogue included ways to advance a more frequent and substantive exchange about our respective interests and concerns in the region, including ways to achieve a sustainable peace in Sudan
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By U.S. Embassy in Khartoum | 11 February, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
