The US Embassy in Khartoum congratulates the Sudanese people on the occasion of Ramadan
تهنى السفارة الامريكية بالخرطوم الشعب السوداني بمناسبة حلول شهر رمضان Read More»
DCM visits Abyei
During a visit last week to Abyei, Deputy Chief of Mission Amber Baskette went to a renovated clinic and an upgraded water point in Diffra funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development in partnership with the International Organization for Migration. #IOM #USAID/BHA. Read More»
What’s New in American English
The theme for April on our American English at State Facebook page is Digital Literacy. On the American English for Educators Facebook page the theme for April is Online Assessment. On our American English for Educators Facebook page the American English live Teacher Development Series 10 will have it’s next session on Wednesday, April 7. The sixth session, “Effective Assessment Practices for Synchronous and Asynchronous Learning in an Online Environment” will take place ... Read More»
Secretary Blinken remarks on American alliances against modern threats.
The Department’s 45-Day Review Following the Revocation of Proclamations 9645 and 9983
PRESS STATEMENT NED PRICE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON MARCH 8, 2021 On January 20, President Biden signed Proclamation 10141, “Ending Discriminatory Bans on Entry to the United States.” President Biden has made clear that the now-rescinded Proclamations 9645 and 9983 were a stain on our national conscience, contravened our values, jeopardized our alliances and partnerships, separated loved ... Read More»
This March 2021 we celebrate Women’s History Month
This March 2021 we celebrate Women’s History Month by noting some of the often overlooked contributions that women have made to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). What do light switches, refrigerators, and trash cans have in common? Lillian Gilbreth! 💡 Dr. Gilbreth is considered the first industrial & organizational psychologist, and her work forever ... Read More»
What’s New in American English – Week of March 15th, 2021
In March on our American English at State Facebook page the theme is Digital Citizenship. On the American English for Educators Facebook page the theme for March is Online Teaching. Feel free to download our graphics and use them on your U.S. Government associated Facebook pages. They can be found in Box and Sharepoint . On the Access Teachers’ Corner Facebook group the topic for March is Teaching Online. This week the focus will be ... Read More»
Elevating the Status of Women and Girls Globally
President Joe Biden Elevating the status of women and girls globally is the right thing to do — it is a matter of justice, fairness, and decency, and it will lead to a better, more secure, and more prosperous world for us all. Read the full statement from President Biden: https://go.usa.gov/xsyzK. Read More»
Covid-19 Vaccination Campaign to Medical Workers in Sudan
Using money appropriated by Congress in December 2020, the United States provided an initial $2 billion contribution to Gavi, the vaccine alliance for COVAX, to support access to safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines for 92 countries including Sudan. The U.S. Embassy is pleased to hear that the government of Sudan received 828,000 doses of the ... Read More»
What’s New in American English – Week of March 8th, 2021
Throughout the month of March on our American English at State Facebook page the theme will be Digital Citizenship. On the American English for Educators Facebook page the theme for March is Online Teaching. Feel free to download our graphics and use them on your U.S. Government associated Facebook pages. They can be found in Box and Sharepoint . On our American English for Educators Facebook page the American English live Teacher Development Series ... Read More»
USNS Carson City Arrives in Port Sudan
PORT SUDAN, Sudan – The Military Sealift Command (MSC) expeditionary fast transport ship USNS Carson City (EPF 7) arrived in Port Sudan, Sudan for a port visit, Feb. 24, 2021. This is the first U.S. Navy ship visit to Sudan since the creation of U.S. Africa Command, and highlights U.S. engagement that strives to build ... Read More»
What’s New in American English – Week of February 22, 202
The theme for February on our American English at State Facebook page continues with Online Etiquette/Netiquette. On the American English for Educators Facebook page the theme continues with Motivating students in the online English language classroom. On our American English for Educators Facebook page the American English live Teacher Development Series 10 will have it’s next session on Wednesday, February 24th. The third session, “Tips and Activities for Creating a Communicative EFL Classroom ... Read More»
Call for Nominations: Summer 2021 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Scholars
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 their understanding of U.S. society, culture, values, and institutions. Read More»
Annual Program Statement
The U.S. Embassy partners with organizations, universities, and individuals to support a range of programs and activities that bring the people of the United States and Sudan closer together. In support of our shared interests with our partners, the United States provides funding to recipients through grants. Grants are official legal instruments of the United ... Read More»
2021 Julia Taft Announcement
The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum is pleased to announce the availability of a funding opportunity through the 2021 Julia Taft Fund for Refugees. What is the Julia Taft Fund for Refugees? The Julia Taft Fund for Refugees is an initiative by the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) to respond to ... Read More»
U.S. Command Senior Leaders Visit to Sudan (Arabic Version)
كبار القادة المدنیین والعسكریین بالقیادة الأمریكیة لإفریقیا یزورون السودان أجرى نائب قائد القیادة الأمریكیة لإفریقیا للارتباطات المدنیة العسكریة ، السفیر (أندرو یونغ) ومدیرة الاستخبارات ، لواء البحریة (ھایدي بیرغ)، زیارة تاریخیة إلى السودان بین 25 و 27 ینایر/ كانون الثاني 2021 لتعزیز الارتباطات التعاونیة وتوسیع تنمیة الشراكة. تمثل الزیارة فصلا جدیدًا في ارتباطات القیادة الأمریكیة ... Read More»
U.S. Command Senior Leaders Visit to Sudan
U.S. Africa Command’s Deputy to the U.S. Africa Command Commander for Civil-Military Engagement, Ambassador Andrew Young, and Director of Intelligence, Rear Adm. Heidi Berg, conducted a historic visit to Sudan to foster cooperative engagement and expand partnership development, Jan. 25-27. The trip represents a new chapter in U.S. Africa Command engagement with Sudan since the ... Read More»
U.S. Africa Command senior leaders Visit Sudan, continue East Africa engagement
“This is a new beginning and the start of a renewed relationship between the U.S. and Sudan. This is a journey we want to take together. We want to deepen and broaden our relationship.”– Ambassador Andrew Young, deputy to the commander for Civil-Military EngagementU.S. Embassy Khartoum Read More»
Special Election in Louisiana’s 2nd and 5th Congressional Districtsv
The State of Louisiana will conduct two special primary elections on Tuesday, March 20, 2021, to fill a vacancy for the 2nd and 5th Congressional Districts. Congressional District 2 includes nearly all of the city of New Orleans and stretches west and north to Baton Rouge. Congressional District 5 includes rural northeastern Louisiana and much ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert U.S. Embassy, Khartoum, Sudan
Location: Sudan Sporadic and unpredictable demonstrations are expected to continue over the next few weeks along Siteen Road (also known as 60th Street, or Bashir Elnefeidi) and may spread to other parts of Khartoum and Sudan with little or no notice. Event: Demonstrations in response to commodity prices and economic conditions have started recently and ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert U.S. Embassy, Khartoum, Sudan
Demonstration AlertU.S. Embassy, Khartoum, SudanJanuary 24, 2021 Location: Gathering points may include, but are not limited to, the following locations and their vicinities in Khartoum, Sudan: Siteen (also known as 60th, or Bashir Elnefeidi) Street Event: Demonstrations are taking place on January 24, 2021. Exact end times are unknown. Sections of Siteen (also known as ... Read More»
Proclamation on Ending Discriminatory Bans on Entry to The United States JANUARY 20, 2021
BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION The United States was built on a foundation of religious freedom and tolerance, a principle enshrined in the United States Constitution. Nevertheless, the previous administration enacted a number of Executive Orders and Presidential Proclamations that prevented certain individuals from entering the United States — ... Read More»
The Embassy congratulates Joseph R. Biden, Jr.
The Embassy congratulates Joseph R. Biden, Jr., former Vice President and longtime senator, on his inauguration as the 46th President of the United States. Biden served eight years as former President Barack Obama’s Vice President and defeated incumbent President Donald J. Trump in the 2020 U.S. election. On his path to victory, Biden amassed 81 ... Read More»
Health Alert – Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs
Location: Worldwide – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Event: Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide either a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel or provide a positive test result ... Read More»
2022 – 2023 Fulbright Foreign Student Program Call For Applications
The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy Khartoum is pleased to announce the annual competition for the Fulbright Foreign Student Program . This is the largest Fulbright program with Africa, primarily designed to strengthen African universities through higher degree training. Qualified candidates from other educational, cultural and professional institutions may also apply. Recent graduates, especially women, are encouraged ... Read More»
2021 Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement (Fulbright TEA) Program Deadline is February 10, 2021
The Fulbright TEA Program brings international teachers to the United States for a six-week program to take academic seminars for professional development at a host university and to observe and share their expertise with teachers and students at the host university and at local secondary schools. Applications Modes: Applicant may apply through either: The online ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert U.S. Embassy, Khartoum, Sudan
Demonstration Alert U.S. Embassy, Khartoum, Sudan December 18, 2020 Location: Gathering points may include, but are not limited to, the following areas in Khartoum, Sudan: Areas around downtown Khartoum Omdurman North Khartoum Additionally, demonstrations and marches may take place throughout the country. Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on Saturday, December 19, 2020, beginning ... Read More»
PAO Speaker at the webinar
Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2021 Call for Proposals
The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) is pleased to announce the FY 2021 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) Competition. The 2021 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) promotes a post-driven alumni engagement AEIF offers alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs the opportunity to propose innovative projects that address several U.S. foreign policy themes such ... Read More»
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
“Today as we celebrate the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we highlight the importance of ensuring equal participation of disabled persons in all aspects of our societies. I commend the many Sudanese NGOs and activists involved in promoting the rights of people with disabilities. Through the U.S. Agency for International Development, the U.S. Mission ... Read More»
Visa updates (Arabic version)
من اجل ضمان مغادرة بعض المسافرين للولايات المتحدة في الوقت المناسب، ستبدا وزارة الخارجية في ٢٤ ديسمبر برنامجا تجريبيا محدودا لسندات التأشيرة لمدة ستة اشهر. يشمل المتقدمون للحصول علي التأشيرة الذي يحتمل ان يخضعوا لمتطلبات السندات للراغبين الحصول علي تأشيرة لغير المهاجرين من دولة ذات معدل إقامة مرتفع مثل السودان والذين لديهم ايضا إعفاء عدم ... Read More»
Pilot Program Updates
In order to ensure timely departure from the United States of certain travelers, on December 24, 2020, the State Department will begin a limited six-month visa bond pilot program. Visa applicants potentially subject to the bond requirement include applicants applying for a B nonimmigrant visa from a country with a high overstay rate such as ... Read More»
LE Staff Global Recognition Day
Each November 18th, U.S. Embassies worldwide celebrate an employee recognition day to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of our local staff in promoting democratic values and advancing freedom, peace and prosperity. This year, our Sudanese colleagues are practicing zakat, an important principle in Sudanese culture, by donating lamb to our neighbors and the less ... Read More»
United States Announces an Additional $60 Million in Humanitarian Assistance for the People of Sudan
For Immediate Release Friday, October 30, 2020 Office of Press Relations press@usaid.gov Today, the United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), announced an additional $60 million in humanitarian assistance to respond to severe flooding in the Republic of Sudan. With this new funding, USAID will work with non-governmental organizations and international partners ... Read More»
Security Alert U.S. Embassy, Khartoum, Sudan
Location: Khartoum, Sudan Event: Authorities have indicated they may close bridges into Khartoum at 6pm today, Tuesday, October 20, 2020, and that they would remain closed all day Wednesday, October 21, 2020. The U.S. Embassy is minimizing onsite staffing during that period. Actions to take: Monitor local media for updates. Avoid crowds. Avoid demonstrations Keep ... Read More»
Alert U.S. Embassy, Khartoum, Sudan
Security Alert U.S. Embassy, Khartoum, Sudan October 14, 2020 Location: Khartoum, Sudan Event: Activists in Khartoum have indicated they intend on hosting daily protests over the following week, with a culminating protest on 21 October. Protests may occur anywhere in Khartoum, but historical protest venues include the Jackson Bus Station, the Ministry of Justice, Freedom ... Read More»
Alert: U.S. Embassy, Khartoum, Sudan
Security Alert U.S. Embassy, Khartoum, Sudan October 8, 2020 Location: The states of Red Sea and Kassala in eastern Sudan – including Port Sudan. Event: Activists in eastern Sudan, including the states of Red Sea and Kassala, have indicated they will increase protests and road closures starting Friday, October 9, 2020. The Red Sea State ... Read More»
Travel Advisory: Sudan – Level 3: Reconsider Travel
October 7, 2020 Reconsider travel to Sudan due to COVID-19, natural disaster, crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed conflict. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Sudan due to COVID-19. Sudan has resumed most transportation options (including airport operations and re-opening of borders) and ... Read More»
USAID Sudan
Our emergency flood relief supplies are on their way to people in need in Sudan. We airlifted the supplies to Khartoum, where we are working with the International Organization for Migration to prepare the supplies—heavy-duty plastic sheeting for emergency shelter, blankets, and water containers—for distribution to tens of thousands of people affected by historic floods Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens – Don’t Let the Elections Pass You By
If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election, it is important to ACT NOW! Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States – but you can get assistance in requesting and returning your absentee ... Read More»
USAID
These relief supplies provided by the U.S. Government through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) for people affected by historic floods in Sudan arrived on the first of three humanitarian flights. The supplies include 30,000 blankets, 30,000 water containers, and 1,500 rolls of plastic sheeting—enough to provide emergency shelter for 75,000 people. This donation ... Read More»
What’s New from American English
Hello everyone, American English Live Webinar Series 9 begins on Wednesday, September 23, 2020. The presentation is titled, “Random or Intentional? Putting Learners in Groups that Work” and will be at 8 am and 1 pm ET. Though not mandatory, registration is encouraged. Registered participants will receive email reminders with links to pre-session readings and ... Read More»
Reconsider travel to Sudan due to COVID-19, crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed conflict
August 27, 2020 Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Sudan due to COVID-19. Sudan has resumed most transportation options (including airport operations and re-opening of borders) and business operations (including private and international schools). Other improved conditions have been reported within Sudan. ... Read More»
Secretary Pompeo:
Secretary Pompeo: Excellent visit to Khartoum and thankful to my Sudanese counterparts for substantive discussions. Thanks to the talented and dedicated team at U.S.Embassy Khartoum for helping make today a success. Read More»
Voting
Update (August 26, 2020): The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum, Sudan is now accepting completed, sealed, and postage-paid ballots. Please see paragraph #4 for more information on how to mail your ballot. Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world! Follow a few simple steps ... Read More»
Message to U.S. Citizens: Resumption of Limited American Citizen Services Appointments
Effective Tuesday, August 4, the U.S. Embassy in Khartoum, Sudan is resuming limited American Citizen Services appointments for passports and Consular Reports of Birth Abroad (CRBAs). Please visit our website to schedule an appointment. Read More»
COVID-19 Information
COVID-19 Information Last Updated: April 06, 2021 Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel. Alternatively, travelers to the U.S. may provide documentation from a licensed health care provider of having recovered from COVID-19 ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy, Khartoum, Sudan
Location: Gathering points may include, but are not limited to, the following locations and their vicinities in Khartoum, Sudan: Khartoum University Mosque Khartoum Grand Mosque Said Almorsaleem Mosque Presidential Palace Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place July 17, 2020. Exact start times are unknown. Bridges connecting Khartoum to Omdurman and North Khartoum are expected ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: COVID-19 Restrictions Update
Flights: Effective Monday, July 13, 2020, the Government of Sudan has partially re-opened Khartoum International Airport to international flights. As of July 13, 2020, Sudan has authorized limited international flights to/from Egypt, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates. Read More»
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Event: Effective Wednesday, July 8, 2020, the Government of Sudan has moved to a 6:00pm to 6:00am curfew in Khartoum. This curfew will remain in effect until further notice. All persons are able to move freely, including across bridges, from 6:00am to 6:00pm local time. Public transportation will begin operating on July 8, 2020 in response ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Limited Commercial Flight Availability
U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan June 30, 2020 The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum, Sudan is aware of limited commercial flights, operated by Emirates Airlines, from Khartoum to Dubai. These are not U.S. government-organized or affiliated flights. All those interested in traveling must book directly through their travel agent or Emirates Airlines. Please do not contact the U.S. ... Read More»
Health Alert: Extension of Lockdown & Airport Closure
Event: The Government of Sudan has extended the closure of Sudan's airports for domestic and international flights through Sunday, July 12, 2020. Limited exceptions apply, including for cargo, humanitarian, and repatriation flights. Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Voting in 2020 Elections
July 4th Voting Message Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections! In order to vote in the November 2020 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2020. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted ... Read More»
Alert: Demonstrations and Road/Bridge Closures
Location: Gathering points may include, but are not limited to, the following areas in Khartoum, Sudan: Areas around downtown Khartoum Omdurman North Khartoum Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place today, leading up to June 30, 2020. Exact start times and locations are unknown. Bridges connecting Khartoum to Omdurman and North Khartoum are expected to ... Read More»
Notice of Funding Opportunity AFKHT-FY20-001
Funding Opportunity Title: Create Interactive Content to Complement English Language Radio Scripts Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-KHARTOUM-FY20-01 Deadline for Applications: June 25, 2020 CFDA Number: 19.040 Total Amount Available: $5,000.00 A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION/EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The Public Affairs Office of the U.S. Embassy Khartoum announces an open competition for a cooperative agreement to manage and develop an online ... Read More»
Health Alert: Extension of Airport Closure
Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan June 14, 2020 Event: The Government of Sudan has extended the closure of Sudan’s airports for domestic and international flights through Sunday, June 28, 2020. Limited exceptions apply, including for cargo, humanitarian, and repatriation flights. On Friday, June 12, 2020, a U.S. Embassy-organized repatriation flight departed Sudan. As of June ... Read More»
Invitation to apply for the 2021-2022 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program through the Embark system
Invitation to apply for the 2021-2022 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program through the Embark system The US Embassy Khartoum deadline for receipt of application forms through the Embark system is August 1, 2020. The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program is a Fulbright exchange that brings mid-career professionals with demonstrated leadership potential to the United States ... Read More»
Health Alert: Repatriation Flight on June 12, 2020
Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan June 6, 2020 Event: The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum, Sudan has confirmed a repatriation flight with limited capacity for private U.S. citizens on a reimbursable basis, departing Khartoum International Airport on Friday, June 12, 2020. The flight will terminate in Washington DC (Dulles International Airport, IAD). U.S. citizens who ... Read More»
Health Alert: Two Private Commercial Flights on June 7 & 8
The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum, Sudan is aware of two private commercial flights. These private commercial flights are not U.S. government-organized or affiliated flights. Please do not contact the U.S. Embassy to book or inquire about these flights. Flight #1 – June 7, 2020 – Khartoum to Frankfurt, Germany The flight is organized by OnTime ... Read More»
Health Alert: Extension of Lockdown & Airport Closure
Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. Read More»
What’s New from American English
American English at State Facebook Page Description: The American English at State Facebook Page is an interactive platform aimed toward engaging English language learners with content and opportunities for language practice that support the English language acquisition process. Please share it as appropriate with relevant audiences in your area. June’s Theme: Well-Being and Exercise June’s Language Point: ... Read More»
Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan May 28, 2020 Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March 19, the ... Read More»
Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March 19, the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to ... Read More»
Health Alert: Repatriation Flight on or around May 22, 2020
Event: The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum, Sudan has confirmed a repatriation flight with limited capacity for private U.S. citizens on a reimbursable basis, departing Khartoum International Airport on or around May 22, 2020. The flight will terminate in Washington DC (Dulles International Airport, IAD). U.S. citizens who wish to join this potential flight should be ready ... Read More»
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum, Sudan is aware of a private commercial flight departing Khartoum, Sudan to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on Monday, May 18. This private commercial flight is not a U.S. government-organized or affiliated flight. The flight is organized by Satguru Travel, and all those interested in traveling must book directly through Satguru Travel ... Read More»
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March 19, the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to ... Read More»
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March 19, the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to ... Read More»
Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March 19, the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to ... Read More»
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Event: Confirmed Repatriation Flight on May 1, 2020 On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March 19, the Department ... Read More»
Op-Ed from Chargé d’Affaires Brian Shukan on U.S. Leadership on Global Battle Against Covid-19
April 27, 2020 The story of U.S. leadership in the global battle against COVID-19 is a story of days, months, and decades. Every day, new U.S. technical and material assistance arrives in hospitals and labs around the world. These efforts, in turn, build on a decades-long foundation of American expertise, generosity, and planning that is ... Read More»
Health Alert United States Mission to Sudan
Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan April 25, 2020 Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March 19, ... Read More»
Health Alert United States Mission to Sudan
Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan April 25, 2020 Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March 19, ... Read More»
On the Occasion of Ramadan
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE APRIL 23, 2020 On behalf of the American people, I extend my best wishes to Muslim communities in the United States and around the world as they mark the start of the holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan is a time of introspection, service, and compassion. In the United ... Read More»
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan April 22, 2020 Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March 19, ... Read More»
United States Government Provides Nearly $13.7 Million to Respond to COVID-19 in Sudan
KHARTOUM—The United States Government has committed nearly $13.7 million to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak in Sudan, with nearly $5.7 million of additional funding added to $8 million announced on March 27. Through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the United States is providing life-saving support by coordinating with the Government of ... Read More»
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan April 16, 2020 Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March 19, ... Read More»
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Location: Sudan Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19.On March 19 the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising ... Read More»
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Location: Khartoum, Sudan Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March 19, the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory ... Read More»
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Location: Khartoum, Sudan Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March 19, the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory ... Read More»
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March 19, the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens ... Read More»
Health Alert: Curfew U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Location: Sudan Event: On March 19 the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States. Update: U.S. Embassy Khartoum ... Read More»
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Sudan
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Sudan (April 4, 2020) Location: Sudan Event: Potential Repatriation Flight Option: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a ... Read More»
Health Alert: Curfew U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
April 1, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: On March 19 the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the ... Read More»
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan April 1, 2020
Event: On March 19, the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States. Update: The U.S. Embassy ... Read More»
Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum
March 31, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: On March 19, the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States. Update: ... Read More»
Health Alert United States Mission to Sudan
Location: Sudan Event: On March 19 the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States. Update: Effective 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, ... Read More»
Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
March 30, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: On March 19, the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States. Update: ... Read More»
Health Alert United States Mission to Sudan
Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan March 28, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United ... Read More»
Health Alert United States Mission to Sudan Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
March 28, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate ... Read More»
Health Alert United States Mission to Sudan Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
March 27, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return ... Read More»
Health Alert: Special Flight U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan March 26, 2020
Location: Sudan Event: The U.S. Mission to Sudan is aware of the possibility of limited seats on a special Ethiopian Air flight from Khartoum to either Toronto, Canada or Washington, D.C., via Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, departing Khartoum on Monday, March 30, 2020. The approximate cost of the flight is $4,000 (USD). This flight is NOT ... Read More»
2021 – 2022 Fulbright Foreign Student Program- Call For Applications
The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy Khartoum is pleased to announce the annual competition for the Fulbright Foreign Student Program. This is the largest Fulbright program with Africa, primarily designed to strengthen African universities through higher degree training. Qualified candidates from other educational, cultural and professional institutions may also apply. Recent graduates, especially women, are encouraged to ... Read More»
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
March 24, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: On March 19 the Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the ... Read More»
Global Level 4 Health Advisory – Do Not Travel
The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. ... Read More»
Message to U.S. Citizens: Limited flights available for 48 hours beginning March 19 at 7:45 p.m.
U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan March 19, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: The Sudan Civil Aviation Authority announced today that the Khartoum airport will be allowing limited commercial flights to depart the airport for a period of 48 hours beginning at 7:45 p.m. local time on March 19. Those who wish to depart Sudan should make arrangements ... Read More»
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
March 17, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: The Government of Sudan has announced a suspension of all commercial air travel, both international and domestic, starting March 16 until , further notice. The U.S. Embassy in Sudan will provide more information as it becomes available from the Government of Sudan. On March 14, the Department of State ... Read More»
Message to U.S. Citizens:Limited Consular Services U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
March 17, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: Information regarding novel coronavirus: All non-emergency American citizen services and visa services have been cancelled. For emergency American citizen services please email ACSKhartoum@state.gov . For after-hours emergency, please call us at + 249-187-022000 and ask to speak to the Embassy duty officer. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan + (249) (187) ... Read More»
Information for visa applicants
Information for visa applicants regarding novel coronavirus: As of March 18, 2020, the United States Embassy in Khartoum is cancelling routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa appointments. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time. The MRV fee is valid and may be ... Read More»
DHS Coronavirus Notice
Entry is suspended, per Presidential Proclamation, of non-LPR foreign nationals who were present in the People’s Republic of China, not including the Special Administrative Regions of Hong Kong and Macau, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the 26 countries that comprise the Schengen Area, the United Kingdom, excluding overseas territories outside of Europe of Great Britain ... Read More»
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
March 9, 2020 Location: Kober bridge, Khartoum North, Sudan Event: Vehicle attack/Improvised Explosive Device (IED) detonation near Kober bridge At approximately 0910 today an IED detonated near Kober bridge in Khartoum North. Local travel by U.S. government personnel is limited to official movements only. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will ... Read More»
VA-2020-001-ORE: House Manager
The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum is seeking qualified individual for the position of House Manager in the Residence of the Chief of Mission. To learn more about this position, please see this announcement (PDF 152 KB). Read More»
Presidential Proclamation (P.P.) 9645 suspends the issuance of Diversity Immigrant visas to nationals of Sudan
On January 31, the President signed a proclamation which includes Sudan in an expanded set of countries whose nationals are subject to entry restrictions under Presidential Proclamation (P.P.) 9645. This new Proclamation suspends the issuance of Diversity Immigrant visas to nationals of Sudan, effective February 21. Other immigrant and nonimmigrant visa categories are not affected. ... Read More»
2020 Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement (Fulbright TEA) Program
Deadline is March 7, 2020 The Fulbright TEA Program brings international teachers to the United States for a six-week program to take academic seminars for professional development at a host university and to observe and share their expertise with teachers and students at the host university and at local secondary schools. Applications Modes: Applicant may ... Read More»
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Location: Khartoum, Sudan Event: Gunfire reported in couple of locations in Khartoum Gunfire has been heard in a couple of locations in Khartoum and Embassy staff have been advised to shelter in place until a determination can be made. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to ... Read More»
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
January 8, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: · Keep a low profile. · Be aware of your surroundings. · Review ... Read More»
Announcement of the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund AEIF 2020
AEIF 2020 supports teams of at least two alumni of U.S. government-sponsored international exchange programs with funding from US $5,000 up to US $25,000 to support public service projects. The global AEIF 2020 competition will provide resources for alumni projects around the world to advance women’s and girls’ safety and their meaningful participation in peace ... Read More»
Adult Mentor Announcement and Application for 2020 Pan-Africa Youth Leadership Program (PAYLP): Sudan April 4 – 25, 2020
Program Description: The Youth Leadership Program with Sudan is a three-week exchange, from April 4 – 25, 2020 in the United States for high school students and adult mentors. The primary program themes are civic education, community service, and youth leadership development. Participants live with host families for the majority of the exchange and engage in leadership and civic education workshops, community ... Read More»
Call for Nominations: Summer 2020 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Secondary Educators
This is to solicit candidate nominations for summer 2020 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Secondary Educators. Applications must be sent to Gibrielma@state.gov with “SUSI Secondary School Educators (Administrator OR Teacher)” and your name in the subject line, no later than January 5, 2020. Applications may be found here . PROGRAM OVERVIEW: The Study of the U.S. ... Read More»
Call for Nominations: Summer 2020 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Scholars
Applications must be sent to Gibrielma@state.gov no later than January 5, 2020. You may find the application form here . This is to solicit candidate nominations for six summer 2020 Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSIs) for multinational groups of experienced university faculty, scholars, and other related professionals. PROGRAM OVERVIEW: Study of the U.S. Institutes for Scholars ... Read More»
CDA Shukan and Mission Director Pataki toured a Relief International health clinic and nutrition center inside of Zam Zam IDP Camp
Last Tuesday, CDA Shukan and Mission Director Pataki toured a Relief International health clinic and nutrition center inside of Zam Zam IDP Camp. USAID Sudan has provided funding to RI since 2005. USAID is providing $356 million in humanitarian assistance to Sudan in 2019. This assistance supports food security, health, water, cash and humanitarian coordination. Check out ... Read More»
Are you interested in improving your English? There’s still plenty of time to try this free, self-paced MOOC about media literacy.
Are you interested in improving your English? There’s still plenty of time to try this free, self-paced MOOC about media literacy. While improving your English language skills, you will investigate how media has changed over time and think deeply about the role media plays in our lives. Read More»
CDA Brian Shukan underlined U.S. support for Sudan’s civilian-led government
CDA Brian Shukan underlined U.S. support for Sudan’s civilian-led government and transition to democracy with Caretaker Governor of North Darfur State Major General Malik Khogali. They also discussed the peace process and humanitarian needs in Darfur. Read More»
DV-2021 Program Announcement: Online Registration
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE 2021 DIVERSITY IMMIGRANT VISA PROGRAM (DV-2021) (PDF 348 KB) DV-2021 Program: Online registration for the DV-2021 Program will start at noon, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) (GMT-4), on Wednesday, October 2, 2019, and will end at noon, Eastern Standard Time (EST) (GMT-5), Tuesday, November 5, 2019. Do not wait until the last week of the registration period to enter, as heavy demand may ... Read More»
Consular Services (September 30, 2019)
The Consular Section at the U.S. Embassy Khartoum will be offering only emergency American Citizen Services from September 30, 2019 – October 12, 2019. Please send an email to ACSKhartoum@state.gov to request an emergency appointment. Please write “Emergency Appointment Request” in the subject line of your email and clearly explain the nature of your emergency in ... Read More»
Sudan –Travel Advisory– Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Reconsider travel to Sudan due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed conflict. Country Summary: Crime, such as kidnapping, armed robbery, home invasion, and carjacking can occur. This type of crime is more frequent outside of Khartoum. Members of known terrorist groups continue to be in Sudan and could pose a threat. Terrorist groups in Sudan ... Read More»
Invitation to apply for the 2020-2021 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program through the Embark system
US Embassy Khartoum deadline for receipt of application forms through the Embark system is August 25, 2019 in order to select, interview, recruit and send final nominations to the US Institute of International Education (IIE) Attention: An official copy of the TOEFL test scores must be submitted by Humphrey nominee before she/he can be considered ... Read More»
Ambassador Donald Booth’s Appointment as Special Envoy for Sudan
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson June 12, 2019 The Department has appointed Ambassador Donald Booth as Special Envoy for Sudan. Ambassador Booth will lead U.S. efforts to support a political solution to the current crisis that reflects the will of the Sudanese people. The Special Envoy is accompanying Assistant Secretary Tibor Nagy to meetings ... Read More»
Security Alert–U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan (June 6, 2019)
Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities across Sudan. Event: Violence and civil unrest continue in Khartoum and across Sudan. Communications systems, such as cellular data and internet, are not functional. Cellular voice and SMS are functional. The airport in Khartoum is open; however, some flights have ... Read More»
Security Alert–U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Security Alert–U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan (June 5, 2019) Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities across Sudan. Event: Violence and civil unrest continue in Khartoum and across Sudan. Communications systems, such as cellular data and internet, are not functional. Cellular voice and SMS are functional. The airport in Khartoum ... Read More»
Security Alert–U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan (June 3, 2019)
Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Road blockages and violence in and around Khartoum. American personnel at the U.S. Embassy have been advised to shelter in place at home for the time being. Actions to Take: Avoid the areas of the ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Khartoum (May 14, 2019)
Location: Sudanese Armed Forces Headquarters in Khartoum and the surrounding area; Khartoum 2; the bridges in the Khartoum metropolitan area; metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: The large demonstration at Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Headquarters continues. The number of protesters has increased over the past two weeks ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Khartoum
Location: Sudanese Armed Forces Headquarters in Khartoum and the surrounding area; Khartoum 2; the bridges in the Khartoum metropolitan area; metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: The large demonstration at Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Headquarters continues. The number of protesters has increased over the past two weeks ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Khartoum
Location: Sudanese Armed Forces Headquarters in Khartoum; Khartoum 2; the bridges in the Khartoum metropolitan area; metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Opposition groups have called for increased participation in the on-going demonstration at Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Headquarters. In addition to increased participation at SAF Headquarters, ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Khartoum
Location: Sudanese Armed Forces Headquarters in Khartoum; metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Continued civil unrest. There are on-going demonstrations at Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Headquarters and throughout the city. Yesterday at 1:45 pm, General Awad Ibn Auf announced the takeover of the Government by a military ... Read More»
Sudan –Travel Advisory– Level 4: Do Not Travel
Do not travel to Sudan due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed conflict. On April 11, 2019, the Department ordered the departure of non-emergency U.S. government employees. Violent crime, such as kidnapping, armed robbery, home invasion, and carjacking, is common. Terrorist groups continue to pose a threat in Sudan. Terrorist groups in ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Khartoum No. 2
Location: Sudanese Armed Forces Headquarters in Khartoum; metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Continued civil unrest. There are on-going demonstrations at Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Headquarters and throughout the city. At 1:45 pm, General Awad Ibn Auf announced the takeover of the Government by a military ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Khartoum
Location: Sudanese Armed Forces Headquarters in Khartoum; metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Continued civil unrest. There are on-going demonstrations at Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Headquarters and throughout the city. The Embassy is aware of reports of a military takeover of the Government. However, as of ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Khartoum (April 8, 2019)
Location: Sudanese Armed Forces Headquarters in Khartoum; metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: There is an on-going demonstration at Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Headquarters. In the early hours of April 8, clashes occurred between security forces. Such violence could occur again in this area. Security presence ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Khartoum
Location: Metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Demonstrations have been called for the following times: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, April 4 – 6 to mark the anniversary of former President Gaafar Nimeiry’s removal from power in 1985. Based on historic activity, protests and a large security presence ... Read More»
CDA’s Remarks at the U.S. Embassy’s Women’s Day Celebration
We are here today in celebration of International Women’s Day. We want to honor women all over the world, but especially those in the United States and Sudan, and at our own U.S. Embassy. I would like to pay a special recognition to our embassy’s female guard force, and the women who occupy senior leadership ... Read More»
2019 Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement (Fulbright TEA) Program
2019 Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement (Fulbright TEA) Program Deadline is March 24, 2019. The Fulbright TEA Program brings international teachers to the United States for a six-week program to take academic seminars for professional development at a host university and to observe and share their expertise with teachers and students at the host ... Read More»
Security Alert–U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Location: Khartoum Event: Due to the ongoing protests across Khartoum, the Embassy has advised its personnel to limit movements from February 28 until 6:00 A.M. March 1. Actions to Take: Avoid non-essential night time travel. Exercise caution if in the vicinity of a demonstration. Monitor local media for updates. Keep a low profile. Assistance: U.S. Embassy ... Read More»
Troika Statement
February 26, 2019 For Immediate release The Troika (the United Kingdom, United States and Norway) and Canada remain deeply concerned about the situation in Sudan. In particular, President Bashir’s recent decisions to declare a national State of Emergency, to appoint military and security members to senior government positions, and to issue ... Read More»
Security Alert–U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
Location: Sudan, country-wide Event: The Government of Sudan has announced a national State of Emergency. Sudanese authorities will likely establish night-time checkpoints throughout Sudan. The location and duration of checkpoints is unknown. In addition, demonstrations are expected to continue. The Embassy has advised its personnel to limit movements between 1800h on February 25, until 0600h on ... Read More»
CDA’s Remarks at the Religious Freedoms in Sudan Workshop Khartoum, Friendship Hall January 29, 2019
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 ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert: January 27, 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: 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 ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
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 ... Read More»
Statement by the Troika on the response to continuing protests in Sudan
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 ... Read More»
Latest MASCOT Demonstration Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
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, ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
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. ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
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 ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
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 ... Read More»
Call for Nominations Summer 2019 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Scholars
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 ... Read More»
Call for Nominations: 2019 Study of the U.S. Institute (SUSI) for Secondary School Educators
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 ... Read More»
Memoriam for the Passing of President George H.W. Bush
The embassy will be closed on Wednesday December 5, 2018 in memoriam for the passing of President George H.W. Bush Read More»
Call for Nominations: Pan-Africa Youth Leadership Program
Click here for information regarding the Pan-Africa Youth Leadership program (PDF 120 KB) Read More»
Call for Nominations: Winter 2019 Study of the U.S. Institute on U.S. National Security Policymaking (January 3 to February 15, 2019)
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 ... Read More»
Voting Overseas
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 ... Read More»
2018 Overseas Voting Social Media Outreach
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 abroad. ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan
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 ... Read More»
Alert: Reconsider travel to Sudan due to terrorism and civil unrest.
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 ... Read More»
Press Release: June 28 Trafficking in Persons Report Release
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 ... Read More»
Consular Fees in Dollars
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! View Fee information (PDF) – Get Adobe Reader Read More»
Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT)
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: http://pearsonvue.com/fsot/ Read More»
Demonstration Alert
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 ... Read More»
Invitation to apply for the 2019-2020 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program through the Embark system
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 ... Read More»
2019 Sudan Fulbright Program
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 ... Read More»
Passport Execution Fees Increase
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 ... Read More»
First Embassy Visit to Dinder National Park since 2011
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 ... Read More»
The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs ECA is pleased to announce the FY2018 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) Competition
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 ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Statement on Protests in Sudan
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 ... Read More»
2018 Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement (TEA)
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 ... Read More»
Message to U.S. Citizens: Improvements to Safety and Security Information
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 ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Personal Security Reminder
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. ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Personal Security Reminder
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 ... Read More»
Announcement: Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2018 Grants Competitions
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 ... Read More»
Call for Nominations: 2018 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 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 ... Read More»
Call for Nominations: 2018 Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI) for Study of the U.S. Institutes for Scholars
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. ... Read More»
DEPUTY SECRETARY OF STATE JOHN SULLIVAN REMARKS ON HUMAN RIGHTS/RELIGIOUS FREEDOM IN SUDAN NOVEMBER 17, 2017
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 ... Read More»
English Language Training at STEPS School
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 ... Read More»
FY 2018 J/TIP Competitive Grants Process & Timeline
NEW ENTRY PERIOD FOR DIVERSITY VISA PROGRAM – DV-2019
• 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 ... Read More»
DV End of DV2017 Announcement
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 ... Read More»
Sanctions Revoked Following Sustained Positive Action by the Government of Sudan
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 ... Read More»
Consular Announcement
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 ... Read More»
USAID Administrator Mark Green’s Remarks Following his Meeting with North Darfur State Governor Abdel Wahid Yousif Ibrahim
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 ... Read More»
Sudan International Religious Freedom Report for 2016
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 ... Read More»
System Maintenance Notice
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 ... Read More»
Visit To Khartoum By Deputy To The Commander For Civil-Military Engagement Ambassador Alexander Laskaris
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 ... Read More»
THE U.S. EMBASSY ON THE SITUATION IN JEBEL MARRA
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 ... Read More»
Dialogue and Counterterrorism Cooperation with Sudan
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 ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Embassy Precautions on July 14
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 ... Read More»
The Administration Extends Sudan Sanctions Review Period
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 ... Read More»
Independence Day Remarks as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires Steven C. Koutsis, July 4, 2017
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 ... Read More»
2017 EID AL-FITR Message from Secretary Rex Tillerson
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 ... Read More»
Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Confirmed Cases of Cholera in Sudan
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 ... Read More»
Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Confirmed Cases of Cholera in Sudan
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 ... Read More»
STATEMENT BY SECRETARY TILLERSON ON THE OCCASION OF RAMADAN
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 ... Read More»
Statement from President Donald J. Trump on Ramadan
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 ... Read More»
CDA Koutsis Remarks at the Sudan Banking Conference (As Prepared)
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 ... Read More»
APPLY NOW! Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program 2018-2019, Call for Applications
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: an ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Khartoum reiterates that the United States has made its position with respect to Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir’s travel clear.
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 ... Read More»
2018-19 Atlas Corps Fellowship Applications are open!
U.S. Embassy staff commemorates fallen colleagues
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 ... Read More»
United States Food Assistance Arrives in Port Sudan
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 ... Read More»
Remark by Ambassador Nikki Haley, U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations at a UN Security Council Thematic Debate on Human Rights
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 ... Read More»
Remarks by Ambassador Nikki Haley, U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations at a UN Security Council Thematic Debate on Human Rights
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 ... Read More»
Chargé d’Affaires Celebrates Former U.S. Embassy Employee’s Years of Service
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 ... Read More»
Sudan: Closing Political Space and Media Crackdown
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, ... Read More»
Troika Statement
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 ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
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 ... Read More»
Deputy Chief of Mission Promotes Education in Sinnar
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 ... Read More»
Sudan’s National Dialogue General Conference
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 ... Read More»
Conference Clarifies U.S. Sanctions on Sudan
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 ... Read More»
Media Note: Special Envoy Booth to Travel to Sudan
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, ... Read More»
A Designer Rocks the Fashion World While Fighting Malaria
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 ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Possible Demonstrations
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 ... Read More»
Unstoppable: After Scrum with Cancer, She’s Ready for Rugby
“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 ... Read More»
U.S. Special Envoy for Sudan and South Sudan Donald Booth Travel to Khartoum
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 ... Read More»
Embassy Participates in Ramadan Food Drive while Promoting Disability Rights
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 ... Read More»
United States Supports World Food Programme Operations in Sudan
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 ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Violent University Protests
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 ... Read More»
Statement from Ambassador at Large for Global Women’s Issues – Catherine Russell on Her Visit to Sudan
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 ... Read More»
Ambassadors of Jazz
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 ... Read More»
Statement by Mark Toner, Deputy Spokesperson – Sudan: U.S. Expresses Serious Concern Regarding Darfur Referendum
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 ... Read More»
Joint Statement Encouraging Sudanese Parties to Agree on the AUHIP Roadmap
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 ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Delegation Visits Darfur
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 ... Read More»
“You’re right where you belong,” Obama said. “You’re not Muslim or American, you’re Muslim and American.”
“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 Read More»
Obama Speaks About the Next Generation
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 ... Read More»
Obama at COP21
“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, ... Read More»
Worldwide Travel Alert
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 ... Read More»
Disability Advocacy Organization Launches New Program with USAID
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 ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Protest at Egyptian Embassy
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 ... Read More»
United States Embassy in Khartoum Welcomes Sudan’s Removal from the Financial Action Task Force List
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 ... Read More»
Readout of Deputy Assistant Secretary Wiesner and USAID Deputy Assistant Administrator Leavitt Visit to Sudan October 18
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 ... Read More»
The United States Welcomes Sudan Revolutionary Front’s Commitment to a Cessation of Hostilities
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 ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Security Reminder
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 ... Read More»
Statement by the U.S. Special Envoy for Sudan and South Sudan Ambassador Donald Booth on his Visit to Sudan
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. ... Read More»
United States Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act
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 ... Read More»
Country Reports on Human Rights Practices for 2014
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 ... Read More»
Ramadan Drive
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 ... Read More»
“Let Girls Learn”
“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 ... Read More»
Sudan Travel Warning
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 ... Read More»
America Partners With Dal Group To Advance Education And Nutrition Through Dairy Distribution
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 ... Read More»
American ship carrying 47,500 MT of sorghum Arrives in Port Sudan
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 ... Read More»
Community Health Day in Kalakla
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 ... Read More»
Community Heatlh Day
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 ... Read More»
Joint Statement on Elections
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 ... Read More»
Joint Statement on the National Dialogue in Sudan
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 ... Read More»
Americans Support Local Industry to Fight Malnutrition in Sudan
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 ... Read More»
Expanding Avenues to the Internet for Sudanese User
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 ... Read More»
Media Note: Washington Welcomed Sudanese Presidential Assistant
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 Read More»
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