FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 16, 2020 In collaboration with U.S. departments and agencies, the Department of State is releasing the U.S. Government Action Plan to Support the International Response to COVID-19. Through the American people’s generosity and the U.S. Government’s action, the United States continues to demonstrate global leadership in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. …

FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 16, 2020 The U.S. Government is leading the world’s humanitarian and health response to the COVID-19 pandemic even while we battle the virus at home.  As part of this comprehensive and generous  response from the American people, the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) have now …

COVID-19 Information Country-Specific Information: The Angolan Ministry of Health has confirmed three cases of COVID-19 in Luanda. All three individuals are currently in quarantine. Entry and Exit Requirements: The Government of Angola cancelled all international flights effective March 20, 2020.  We are compiling a list of persons seeking to leave Angola.  If you would be interested …

Secretary Pompeo met with an inspiring local business owners, who are also alumni of U.S. exchange programs.

US EMBASSY PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION LUANDA, ANGOLA  PRESS RELEASE  For Immediate Release                                                                                  September 27, 2019 U.S. Government Works with Angola’s Attorney General Office to Combat Wildlife Crime   October 8, 2019, Luanda, Angola  – Today, Greg Segas, chargé d’affaires in Angola, delivered remarks at the opening session of the Introduction …

US EMBASSY PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION LUANDA, ANGOLA  PRESS RELEASE  For Immediate Release                                                                                  September 27, 2019 US GOVERNMENT PROVIDES $3 MILLION FOR DEMINING IN ANGOLA The US Embassy in Luanda is pleased to announce that the United States Government will accelerate ongoing demining projects in Angola by providing additional funds to …

Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Angolan Foreign Minister Manuel Augusto OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 19, 2019 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus:‎   Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met today with Angolan Foreign Minister Manuel Augusto in Washington, D.C.  The Secretary reaffirmed the strength of the U.S.-Angola strategic partnership and welcomed the bold reforms that President João Lourenço …

U.S. ambassador to Angola, Nina Maria Fite, visited the province of Benguela to observe U.S.-supported activities in the health and education sectors, deepen the existing dialogue with local authorities, and reinforce U.S. support in Angola’s anti-corruption efforts.  During the visit, Ambassador Fite met with members of the Benguela provincial government, held working meetings with civil …

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Angola is a constitutional republic. In August 2017 the ruling Popular Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) party won presidential and legislative elections with 61 percent of the vote. MPLA presidential candidate Joao Lourenco took the oath of office for a five-year term in September 2017, and the MPLA retained a supermajority …

The Department of State Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement announces an open competition for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 projects to combat wildlife trafficking. Applicants are invited to submit proposals describing how they will address programming activities described in the Notice of Funding Opportunity SFOP0005697 “Building Cooperation to Combat Wildlife Trafficking Between Africa and …

EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF THE UNITED STATES PRESS RELEASE   Media Contact: Linda Formella (202-565-3204) For Immediate Release: Thursday, April 11, 2019   EXIM Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Angola’s Ministry of Finance Washington, D.C. – Today the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Ministry of …

Joint Declaration THE REPUBLIC OF ANGOLA AND THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AGREE TO PROMOTE HUMAN RIGHTS IN THE SECOND BILATERAL DIALOGUE On March 19, 2019, the Republic of Angola and the United States of America held the second Bilateral Dialogue on Human Rights at the Ministry of Justice and Human Rights in Luanda. Angola …

March 18, 2018 Deputy Secretary Sullivan’s Visit to Angola   The below is attributable to Deputy Spokesperson Robert Palladino: Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan met today in Luanda with President João Lourenço and Foreign Minister Manuel Augusto.  In these meetings, the Deputy Secretary commended President Lourenço and his government for their efforts to …

  Media Note Luanda, Angola March 19, 2019 Joint Statement Following the U.S.-Angola Strategic Dialogue The text of the following statement was released by the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Republic of Angola following the meeting of the U.S.-Angola Strategic Dialogue on March 18, 2019. Begin Text: Within …

For Immediate Release  MEDIA NOTE  March 11, 2019 Deputy Secretary Sullivan Travels to South Africa and Angola Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan will travel to South Africa and Angola from March 12 to 18, 2019.  His visit will focus on promoting U.S. trade and investment, as well as advancing peace and security, including …

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Official  UNCLASSIFIED   For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY POMPEO March 8, 2019 Observance of International Women’s Day The United States is proud to observe International Women’s Day, March 8.  We extend our gratitude to the diverse women and girls around the globe who have made vast contributions …

Ambassador’s Remarks Signing Ceremony of 2018 TAFT Refugee Grant JRS Refugee Center in Viana Municipality, Luanda October 30, 2018, 10:00 am   Good Morning Everyone, I am pleased to be here today at the Viana Refugee Center for the signing ceremony of the grant agreement between the U.S. Embassy and the Jesuit Refugee Services (JRS).  …

EMBAIXADA DOS E.U.A. SERVIÇO DE IMPRENSA, CULTURA E EDUCAÇÃO LUANDA, ANGOLA   PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release                                                                      November 7, 2017   THE U.S. GOVERNMENT AND UNITEL PARTNER TO COMBAT MALARIA IN ANGOLA The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and UNITEL have entered a partnership agreement to optimize malaria prevention and control efforts. …

On June 3, 2016, the local staff of the U.S. Embassy hosted the entire community at a celebration of Africa Day, an annual commemoration of the precursor to the African Union, the Organization of African Unity. U.S. Ambassador La Lime and other high-level staff mingled, broke bread, and considered the many achievements of the continent …

The United States believes the harsh sentences levied this week by an Angolan court against the Angola 15+2 activists threaten the exercise of freedoms of expression and peaceful assembly. Both freedoms are enshrined in the Angolan Constitution, protected under Angola’s international human rights obligations, and are core values of any strong and functioning democracy. We …

Rick Angiuoni, Director of Global Business Development for Africa, Export-Import Bank of the U.S. (EXIM Bank), will meet with leading Angolan commercial banks and Angolan Government officials to discuss EXIM Bank programs. EXIM Bank offers financing mechanisms to support trade between the U.S. and foreign countries, including Angola. Through EXIM Bank, the U.S. Government works …

The Embassy of the United States of America has the pleasure to announce that on September 10, 2015, Ambassador Princeton N. Lyman will visit Angola. Ambassador Lyman was appointed on August 24 to advance the development of a new partnership between the United Nations and Africa Union. This initiative seeks to improve collaboration between the …

The Embassy of the United States was pleased to welcome the U.S.-Angola Chamber of Commerce’s trade mission to Angola the week of March 23, 2015. During their stay in Angola, the business people held meetings with Angolan business and government leaders in Luanda and Cabinda. During their stay in Angola, the business people plan to …

Ambassador Helen La Lime made a three-day visit to Cabinda province to become familiar with business opportunities in the province. During her visit, the ambassador met with Governor Aldina da Lomba Catembo, visited numerous projects, including the planned deep water port (in photo) that will open the province to increased regional and international trade.  She …

On December 17, the Embassy hosted the American English Experience Minicamp. A professional and educational event for high school students from Huila, Huambo, Benguela and Luanda provinces. It was part of a short-term scholarship of the American English Experience, a camp that offered Angolan students interactive opportunities for learning English language that took place last …

The U.S. Embassy in Angola, in particular Ambassador Helen La Lime, welcomes Ambassador Agostinho Tavares da Silva Neto as the new Chief of Mission of Angola to Washington DC. On November 24, President Barack Obama accepted the credentials of Ambassador Tavares as the new Angolan Chief diplomat to the United States. The U.S. Embassy in …

Your Excellency Minister of Health, José Van-Duném Your Excellency Vice Governor of Luanda, Juvelina Imperial Distinguished members of ANASO Distinguished members of the international community Guests March participants It is a honor with you today at this World Aids Day march in Angola. The U.S. Embassy works shoulder-to-shoulder with the Ministry of Health to support …

As part of the “16 Days of Activism” campaign against gender violence, the U.S. Embassy received six local activists from FOJASIDA and UCF, two Angolan community organizations. USAID Mission Director Jason Fraser and PEPFAR Coordinator Regina Parham welcomed the group who gave a presentation to approximately 25 Mission staff. FOJASIDA and UCF, with support from …

The U.S. Embassy in Angola is pleased to announce that our community, led by Ambassador Helena La Lime, will again take part in the annual World AIDS Day March. The march, organized by Angola’s Network of Aids Services Organizations (ANASO) and the National AIDS Institute (INLS), will take place on Saturday November 29, in Luanda …

General David Rodriguez, Commander USAFRICOM, paid a two-day visit to Luanda September 24-25. During his visit, he met with senior military and civilian leaders from the Government of Angola as well as leading business people to discuss regional and maritime security. General Rodriguez met with the Angolan Minister of Defense on September 24 and with …

The United States Embassy in Luanda is pelased to announce the visit to Angola of the Commander of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), General David M. Rodriguez, from September 24 to 25. Duiring the visit, General Rodrigues will meet offficials of the Government of Angola and Corrporate Executives in the country to discuss issues to reinforce …

U.S. Embassy Luanda will host two offerings of the FSOT early this October. U.S. Citizens who are interested in taking the Foreign Service Officer Test should visit http://www.careers.state.gov to get information on the exam and register for the test. The website also has information on the many different career opportunities with the Department of State. The …

The Ebola outbreak in West Africa continues to grow exponentially. Numbers of cases are now doubling every three weeks on average, and will soon reach 5,000, with more than 2,200 deaths. Many additional cases of Ebola virus infection are likely unreported. Even with a greatly expanded response, WHO estimates that it could take 6-9 months …

The Embassy of the United States of America is pleased to announce the opening of the public competition for access to the Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund, which aims to provide funding to cover activities of organizations working in community development projects. Every year, the Embassy considers supporting projects for community development. The Embassy selects the …