A delegation of U.S. military officers conducted an official visit to the Angolan Army Academy in Lobito, Benguela Province. The delegation was composed of the U.S. Defense Attaché, the Air Attaché, and the Head of the Office of Military Cooperation. The delegation was received by Lieutenant General José Alberto Veiga, the Commandant of the Angola Army …
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US Power Africa Program Helps Connect Power Grids in Angola On April 7, 2021, Ambassador Nina Maria Fite visited the Lauca Dam, the largest hydroelectric dam in Angola. We are happy to be part of the project to connect the over 2,000 megawatts of energy generated at Lauca to other regional power providers, giving many more …
Read More» On Monday, March 29th, the U.S. Embassy in Angola, in partnership with KiandaHub, officially launched the ELA Program (Empowerment, Leadership, Access), as part of its entrepreneurship advancement program, which aims to promote women’s socioeconomic inclusion. The event took place at KiandaHub’s facilities, located at Rua Alda Lara, No. 3, Vila Alice. The ELA Program (Empowerment, …
Read More» The Office of Weapons Removal and Abatement in the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Political-Military Affairs released the 20th Edition of To Walk the Earth in Safety , a report underscoring the accomplishments of the U.S. Conventional Weapons Destruction Program. The United States is the world’s single largest financial supporter of conventional weapons destruction, investing more than $4 billion in over 100 countries since 1993 to promote …
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The Government of the United States of America is pleased to announce an additional USD 11.1 million for new humanitarian demining and weapons stockpile management projects in Angola. With increased funding in 2020, the United States has now contributed over USD 145 million for these efforts in Angola since 1995. The United States remains the …
Read More» Luanda, Angola – Today the United States Government and ExxonMobil Foundation announced a new partnership through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The Reducing Infections through Support and Education II (RISE II) project will allow ExxonMobil Foundation and USAID to expand prevention efforts to reduce mother-to-child HIV transmission in Angola. Launched in Angola in October 2019, …
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EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION LUANDA, ANGOLA PRESS NOTE For Immediate Release …
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Luanda, Angola – SelectUSA, Global Markets, the International Trade Administration, and the United States Department of Commerce and the Angolan Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (AIPEX) signed a cooperative arrangement to promote bilateral investment during a physical and virtual signing ceremony and export promotion seminar. As part of the cooperative arrangement SelectUSA and AIPEX will …
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May 12, 2020 U.S. Government Contributes toward Coronavirus COVID-19 Response in Angola Luanda, Angola – The United States Government has committed more than $3.5 million to support the Government of Angola’s response to the coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak. The U.S. Ambassador to Angola, Nina Maria Fite, shares that “with an annual investment of more than 30 …
Read More» 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. …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
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Secretary Pompeo will travel to Angola February 16-17 to meet with government officials, civil society representatives, and the business community to promote increased trade and investment, highlight U.S. support for Angolan political and economic reforms, and emphasize U.S. support for the Angolan people. The Secretary will also meet with women entrepreneurs and highlight PEPFAR-funded programs …
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The following is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met today with Angolan President João Lourenço in Luanda, Angola. Secretary Pompeo and President Lourenço agreed to broaden and deepen the U.S.-Angola bilateral partnership. The Secretary welcomed continued political and economic reforms undertaken by President Lourenço since taking office in 2017, …
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Museu da Moeda Luanda, Angola February 17, 2020 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good evening. Thanks (inaudible) Angola at the U.S. (inaudible), thanks for hosting me. I had a chance to sit down with a handful of business leaders here. I do this as often as I can, I travel around the world (inaudible). One of the reasons I …
Read More» Secretary Pompeo met with an inspiring local business owners, who are also alumni of U.S. exchange programs.
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U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will travel to Germany, Senegal, Angola, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, and Oman from February 13-22, 2020. On Friday, February 14, Secretary Pompeo will arrive in Munich, Germany where he will lead the U.S. delegation to the Munich Security Conference. While in Munich, the Secretary will deliver remarks to the …
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Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo , Secretary of State January 11, 2020 President Trump has proclaimed January as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Global estimates indicate that as many as 24.9 million people – adults and children – are victims of human trafficking. Traffickers deprive their victims of the ability to exercise their unalienable rights of …
Read More» U.S. Embassy, Luanda January 3, 2020 Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for house and senate have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials …
Read More» During the week of September 30 – October 3, Financial Services Volunteer Corps (FSVC) conducted a successful workshop in Luanda, Angola, with 32 representatives from the Angolan Parliament, the National Court of Accounts, the Ministry of Finance and the Civil Society Organization (CSO) Group for Budget Participation. The activity is part of USAID/Southern Africa’s Strengthening …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» U.S. Ambassador to Angola Nina Maria Fite 3:00 P.M., Monday, July 1, 2019 Memorandum of Understanding Signing Ceremony between the US Government and the Government of Angola in the field of Security and Public Order Good afternoon everyone! Minister of the Interior Ângelo da Veigas Tavares, members of the Ministry of Interior, senior officials …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» THE DEPUTY SECRETARY OF STATE’S U.S. AFRICA STRATEGY SPEECH AT TRADE AND INVESTMENT LUNCHEON LUANDA, ANGOLA Good afternoon everyone, and thank you all for the warm welcome and for joining me here today. This is my first visit to your beautiful country, and it is truly a pleasure to be here in Angola. Today, I …
Read More» 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 …
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The US Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan has arrived in Angola to meet with President João Lourenço, Foreign Minister Manuel Augusto, and other members of the Angolan government and civil society.
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Department Press Briefing – March 14, 2019 Robert Palladino Deputy Spokesperson Department Press Briefing Washington, DC March 14, 2019 MR PALLADINO: This week our deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan is in South Africa and Angola. His visit is focused on promoting U.S. trade investment, as well as advancing peace and security. Today in South Africa, the deputy secretary held meetings …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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). …
Read More» 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. …
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Luanda – The U.S. Government through the Agency for International Development (USAID) joined the Angolan National Institute of Statistics (INE) and the Ministry of Health (MoH) to release the final report of the “Inquérito de Indicadores Múltiplos e de Saúde,” or IIMS. IIMS is a health survey which provides provincial-level data to help improve decision-making …
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The United States is contributing $13.9 million to provide emergency assistance to refugees fleeing from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) to Angola. This support consists of funding for the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and the UN World Food Program (WFP) to deliver life-saving food, clean water, health …
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Luanda, Angola, – The U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI), led by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and implemented together with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), today released its eleventh annual report, documenting progress across its programs. Angola has reduced all-cause mortality among children under five by 42 percent as a …
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Luanda, Angola – The United States and the Republic of Angola welcomed the visit to Luanda of two former National Basketball Association (NBA) and Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) athletes as a part of the U.S. Sport Envoy Program. From August 26-29, Mr. Jason Collins (NBA) and Ms. Jenn Lacy (WNBA) carried out various philanthropic …
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On June 25th, 2016, U.S. Embassy in Angola’s Deputy Chief of Mission, Constance Arvis, paid a visit to Moxico Province along with the Willem Aalmans, Ambassador of the Netherlands to Angola, and Dennis Hadrick, U.S. Department of State Weapons Removal and Abatement Program Manager, to verify the cleared minefield around Lucusse municipaility. Together they visited …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Luanda is pleased to announce the visit to Angola of the United States the military ship Navial Ship (USNS) Spearhead ,that has come Angola to exchange experience and naval training activities on board with Angolan counterparts. The visit of five (5) days starting on Tuesday, March 3, 2015 . Thus, the …
Read More» The Embassy of United State in Luanda organized a week-long training on the photovoltaic energy sector, in collaboration with Ministry of Energy and Water. On February 23, at the electricity professional training center, Hoji-Ya-Henda, an open ceremony chaired by the Minister of Energy and Water, Joao Baptist Borges, and the Ambassador Helen La Lime was …
Read More» Testimony of Roberta S. Jacobson, Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs, before the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee Understanding the Impact of U.S. Policy Changes on Human Rights and Democracy in Cuba Thank you for the opportunity to testify today on our new approach to U.S.-Cuba policy. I know many of you have a …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» During the Tenth Annual International Congress of Angolan Physicians in Luanda on January 26 and 27, the Minister of Health, José Van-Dunem, announced that Angola remained a polio-free nation in 2014. Due to robust national campaigns and routine immunization days, the country exceeded an 80% child immunization rate. The Minister also declared that maternal …
Read More» U.S. Ambassador to Angola and the Secretary of State for Information Technology of Angola, Pedro Sebastião Teta,, signed on Friday, January 16, a Cooperation Protocol to provide the U.S. Embassy and Mediateca opportunities to promote partnership and formalize tangible cooperation under the rubric of our Education Diplomacy dialogue. The event that took place at the …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» Deputy Chief of Mission Heather Merritt Thank you Good evening and Happy Independence Day! Minister X, Members of the Diplomatic Corps, Distinguished Guests, My fellow Americans, Welcome. It is a pleasure to be here with you to commemorate the 238th anniversary of the independence of the United States of America. Last May, many of you …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» Secretary Kerry: Good morning, everybody. President Dos Santos and I had a very constructive conversation today. We discussed a broad array of the issues concerning not just the bilateral relationship, but also concerning regional and broader security issues and challenges of the region. I want to emphasize that Angola is a very important partner in …
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