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Box #1014</p> <p>Addis Ababa, Ethiopia</p> <p>Phone: +251-11-130-7001</p> <p>Fax: +251-11-124-2459</p> </div></div></li></ul></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-284" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-post_type ubermenu-item-object-page ubermenu-current-menu-ancestor ubermenu-current_page_ancestor ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-284 ubermenu-item-level-0 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-auto ubermenu-has-submenu-drop ubermenu-has-submenu-mega" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/news-events/" tabindex="0"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">News & Events</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-284 ubermenu-submenu-type-auto ubermenu-submenu-type-mega ubermenu-submenu-drop ubermenu-submenu-align-full_width ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li id="menu-item-6999" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-tabs ubermenu-item-6999 ubermenu-item-level-1 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-tab-layout-left ubermenu-tabs-show-default ubermenu-tabs-show-current"><ul class="ubermenu-tabs-group ubermenu-tabs-group--trigger-mouseover ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-6999 ubermenu-submenu-type-auto ubermenu-submenu-type-tabs-group" ><li id="menu-item-16401" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-16401 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/press-releases/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Press Releases</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-16401 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li id="menu-item-7001-post-17858" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-7001 ubermenu-item-7001-post-17858 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/final-training-session-of-the-second-cohort-east-africa-bio-risk-management-network-concludes-in-port-louis-mauritius/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Port-Luis-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Port-Luis-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Port-Luis-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Port-Luis-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Final Training Session of the Second Cohort East Africa Bio-risk Management Network Concludes in Port Louis, Mauritius</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-7001-post-17851" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-7001 ubermenu-item-7001-post-17851 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-pida-week-panel-on-u-s-and-partner-initiatives-for-project-support-november-25-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-S.-Sullivan-at-PIDA-week-175x105.jpeg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-S.-Sullivan-at-PIDA-week-175x105.jpeg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-S.-Sullivan-at-PIDA-week-750x450.jpeg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at PIDA week" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the PIDA Week Panel on U.S. and Partner Initiatives for Project Support, November 25, 2024</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-7001-post-17834" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-7001 ubermenu-item-7001-post-17834 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-2024-united-states-marine-corps-ball-hyatt-regency-hotel-addis-ababa-november-9-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at the 2024 Marine Ball" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the 2024 United States, Marine Corps Ball, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Addis Ababa, November 9, 2024</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-7001-post-17840" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-7001 ubermenu-item-7001-post-17840 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-s-sullivan-at-the-closing-ceremony-of-africa-celebrates-november-8-2024-mandela-hall-african-union/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-175x105.jpeg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-175x105.jpeg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-750x450.jpeg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador S. Sullivan at the Closing Ceremony of “Africa Celebrates”, November 8, 2024, Mandela Hall, African Union</span></a></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-16402" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-current-menu-item ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-16402 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Speeches</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-16402 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li id="menu-item-16410-post-17851" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16410 ubermenu-item-16410-post-17851 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-pida-week-panel-on-u-s-and-partner-initiatives-for-project-support-november-25-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-S.-Sullivan-at-PIDA-week-175x105.jpeg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-S.-Sullivan-at-PIDA-week-175x105.jpeg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-S.-Sullivan-at-PIDA-week-750x450.jpeg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at PIDA week" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the PIDA Week Panel on U.S. and Partner Initiatives for Project Support, November 25, 2024</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16410-post-17834" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16410 ubermenu-item-16410-post-17834 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-2024-united-states-marine-corps-ball-hyatt-regency-hotel-addis-ababa-november-9-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at the 2024 Marine Ball" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the 2024 United States, Marine Corps Ball, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Addis Ababa, November 9, 2024</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16410-post-17840" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16410 ubermenu-item-16410-post-17840 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-s-sullivan-at-the-closing-ceremony-of-africa-celebrates-november-8-2024-mandela-hall-african-union/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-175x105.jpeg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-175x105.jpeg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-750x450.jpeg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador S. Sullivan at the Closing Ceremony of “Africa Celebrates”, November 8, 2024, Mandela Hall, African Union</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16410-post-17808" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16410 ubermenu-item-16410-post-17808 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-u-s-ambassador-to-the-african-union-stephanie-sullivan-welcome-reception-october-30-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan at her Welcome Reception – October 30, 2024</span></a></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-16403" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-16403 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/events/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Events</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-16403 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li id="menu-item-16411-post-17858" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16411 ubermenu-item-16411-post-17858 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/final-training-session-of-the-second-cohort-east-africa-bio-risk-management-network-concludes-in-port-louis-mauritius/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Port-Luis-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Port-Luis-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Port-Luis-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Port-Luis-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Final Training Session of the Second Cohort East Africa Bio-risk Management Network Concludes in Port Louis, Mauritius</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16411-post-17851" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16411 ubermenu-item-16411-post-17851 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-pida-week-panel-on-u-s-and-partner-initiatives-for-project-support-november-25-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-S.-Sullivan-at-PIDA-week-175x105.jpeg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-S.-Sullivan-at-PIDA-week-175x105.jpeg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-S.-Sullivan-at-PIDA-week-750x450.jpeg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at PIDA week" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the PIDA Week Panel on U.S. and Partner Initiatives for Project Support, November 25, 2024</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16411-post-17834" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16411 ubermenu-item-16411-post-17834 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-2024-united-states-marine-corps-ball-hyatt-regency-hotel-addis-ababa-november-9-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at the 2024 Marine Ball" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the 2024 United States, Marine Corps Ball, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Addis Ababa, November 9, 2024</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16411-post-17840" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16411 ubermenu-item-16411-post-17840 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-s-sullivan-at-the-closing-ceremony-of-africa-celebrates-november-8-2024-mandela-hall-african-union/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-175x105.jpeg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-175x105.jpeg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-750x450.jpeg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador S. Sullivan at the Closing Ceremony of “Africa Celebrates”, November 8, 2024, Mandela Hall, African Union</span></a></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-16404" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-16404 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Ambassador</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-16404 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li id="menu-item-16412-post-17851" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16412 ubermenu-item-16412-post-17851 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-pida-week-panel-on-u-s-and-partner-initiatives-for-project-support-november-25-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-S.-Sullivan-at-PIDA-week-175x105.jpeg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-S.-Sullivan-at-PIDA-week-175x105.jpeg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-S.-Sullivan-at-PIDA-week-750x450.jpeg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at PIDA week" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the PIDA Week Panel on U.S. and Partner Initiatives for Project Support, November 25, 2024</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16412-post-17834" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16412 ubermenu-item-16412-post-17834 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-2024-united-states-marine-corps-ball-hyatt-regency-hotel-addis-ababa-november-9-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at the 2024 Marine Ball" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the 2024 United States, Marine Corps Ball, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Addis Ababa, November 9, 2024</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16412-post-17840" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16412 ubermenu-item-16412-post-17840 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-s-sullivan-at-the-closing-ceremony-of-africa-celebrates-november-8-2024-mandela-hall-african-union/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-175x105.jpeg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-175x105.jpeg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-750x450.jpeg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador S. Sullivan at the Closing Ceremony of “Africa Celebrates”, November 8, 2024, Mandela Hall, African Union</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16412-post-17826" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16412 ubermenu-item-16412-post-17826 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-sullivan-humphrey-alumni-global-policy-dialogue-skylight-hotel-addis-ababa-ethiopia-august-23/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at the Humphrey Alumni Global Policy Dialogue, August 23,2024" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Sullivan Humphrey Alumni Global Policy Dialogue Skylight Hotel Addis Ababa, Ethiopia August 23</span></a></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-16405" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-16405 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Security & Emergency Messages</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-16405 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li class="ubermenu-item"></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-16406" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-16406 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/visas/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Visas</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-16406 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li id="menu-item-16414-post-17479" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16414 ubermenu-item-16414-post-17479 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/visa-restrictions-for-undermining-the-democratic-process-in-uganda/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-175x105.png" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-175x105.png 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-350x210.png 350w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal.png 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-200x120.png 200w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Great Seal of the United States" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Visa Restrictions for Undermining the Democratic Process in Uganda</span></a></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-16407" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-16407 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/education/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Education</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-16407 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li id="menu-item-16415-post-17826" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16415 ubermenu-item-16415-post-17826 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-sullivan-humphrey-alumni-global-policy-dialogue-skylight-hotel-addis-ababa-ethiopia-august-23/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at the Humphrey Alumni Global Policy Dialogue, August 23,2024" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Sullivan Humphrey Alumni Global Policy Dialogue Skylight Hotel Addis Ababa, Ethiopia August 23</span></a></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-16408" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-16408 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/alumni/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Alumni</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-16408 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li id="menu-item-16416-post-17218" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16416 ubermenu-item-16416-post-17218 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/young-african-leaders-initiative-yali-empowers-women/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-175x105.png" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-175x105.png 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-350x210.png 350w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal.png 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-200x120.png 200w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Great Seal of the United States" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Empowers Women</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16416-post-17191" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16416 ubermenu-item-16416-post-17191 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/u-s-mission-to-the-african-union-launches-intellectual-property-rights-forum-for-african-creative-artists/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/IPR-Webinar1-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/IPR-Webinar1-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/IPR-Webinar1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/IPR-Webinar1-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">U.S. Mission to the African Union Launches Intellectual Property Rights Forum For African Creative Artists</span></a></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-16409" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-16409 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/fact-sheets/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Fact Sheets</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-16409 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li id="menu-item-16417-post-17565" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16417 ubermenu-item-16417-post-17565 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/fact-sheet-biden-%e2%81%a0harris-administration-delivers-on-major-trade-and-investment-deals-following-the-2022-u-s-africa-leaders-summit/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-175x105.png" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-175x105.png 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-350x210.png 350w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal.png 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-200x120.png 200w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Great Seal of the United States" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">FACT SHEET: Biden-⁠Harris Administration Delivers on Major Trade and Investment Deals Following the 2022 U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16417-post-17496" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16417 ubermenu-item-16417-post-17496 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/the-department-of-states-bureau-of-population-refugees-and-migration-announces-new-approach-to-address-the-impacts-of-climate-change-on-migration-an/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-175x105.png" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-175x105.png 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-350x210.png 350w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal.png 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-200x120.png 200w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Great Seal of the United States" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">The Department of State’s Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration Announces New Approach to Address the Impacts of Climate Change on Migration an</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16417-post-17340" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post 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src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-S.-Sullivan-at-PIDA-week-750x450.jpeg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at PIDA week" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-S.-Sullivan-at-PIDA-week-750x450.jpeg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-S.-Sullivan-at-PIDA-week-175x105.jpeg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador S. Sullivan at PIDA week" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-pida-week-panel-on-u-s-and-partner-initiatives-for-project-support-november-25-2024/">Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the PIDA Week Panel on U.S. and Partner Initiatives for Project Support, November 25, 2024</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>As prepared Good afternoon, Director Amine, distinguished panelists, esteemed colleagues, and honored guests. I’m delighted to welcome you to this timely panel discussion, on how the United States and our partners can support the vision on display this week for Africa’s infrastructure and growth and advance our shared economic interests. Today, we’ll discuss how the United …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-pida-week-panel-on-u-s-and-partner-initiatives-for-project-support-november-25-2024/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the PIDA Week Panel on U.S. and Partner Initiatives for Project Support, November 25, 2024" title="Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the PIDA Week Panel on U.S. and Partner Initiatives for Project Support, November 25, 2024">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 26 November, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/business/" title="Business">Business</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/economic-affairs/" title="Economic Affairs">Economic Affairs</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/public-affairs/" title="Public Affairs">Public Affairs</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/us-and-usau/" title="U.S. & The African Union">U.S. & The African Union</a> | Tags: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/tag/africa/" rel="tag">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/tag/economy/" rel="tag">Economy</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/tag/pida-week/" rel="tag">PIDA Week</a></p> </article> <article class="post-17834 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-africa category-ambassador category-events category-news category-press-releases category-public-affairs category-speeches category-u-s-mission-to-the-african-union"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-2024-united-states-marine-corps-ball-hyatt-regency-hotel-addis-ababa-november-9-2024/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at the 2024 Marine Ball" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Sullivan at the 2024 Marine Ball" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-2024-united-states-marine-corps-ball-hyatt-regency-hotel-addis-ababa-november-9-2024/">Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the 2024 United States, Marine Corps Ball, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Addis Ababa, November 9, 2024</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>As delivered. State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia Bertukan; State Minister for Finance of Ethiopia Simireta; Ambassador and Dr. Massinga; Other members of the diplomatic corps; Other distinguished invited guests from the Government of Ethiopia and all sectors; Guest Speaker, Colonel David Moore; U.S. Embassy Defense Attaché, Colonel Joseph Guido (GWEE-doh); U.S. Embassy Marine …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-2024-united-states-marine-corps-ball-hyatt-regency-hotel-addis-ababa-november-9-2024/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the 2024 United States, Marine Corps Ball, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Addis Ababa, November 9, 2024" title="Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the 2024 United States, Marine Corps Ball, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Addis Ababa, November 9, 2024">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 12 November, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/public-affairs/" title="Public Affairs">Public Affairs</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/u-s-mission-to-the-african-union/" title="U.S. Mission to The African Union">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a></p> </article> <article class="post-17840 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-africa category-ambassador category-culture category-events category-news category-press-releases category-public-affairs category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-s-sullivan-at-the-closing-ceremony-of-africa-celebrates-november-8-2024-mandela-hall-african-union/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-750x450.jpeg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-750x450.jpeg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-175x105.jpeg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Sullivan at Africa Celebrates" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-s-sullivan-at-the-closing-ceremony-of-africa-celebrates-november-8-2024-mandela-hall-african-union/">Remarks by Ambassador S. Sullivan at the Closing Ceremony of “Africa Celebrates”, November 8, 2024, Mandela Hall, African Union</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Excellencies, Your Royal Majesties, Traditional Leaders, Honored Guests, Sisters, Brothers, and Youth: Good morning, and thank you for joining us at the iconic Mandela Hall for the closing of Africa Celebrates. It’s an honor to be here with you, not just to witness this extraordinary event, but to share in the celebration of Africa’s unity, diversity, …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-s-sullivan-at-the-closing-ceremony-of-africa-celebrates-november-8-2024-mandela-hall-african-union/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by Ambassador S. Sullivan at the Closing Ceremony of “Africa Celebrates”, November 8, 2024, Mandela Hall, African Union" title="Remarks by Ambassador S. Sullivan at the Closing Ceremony of “Africa Celebrates”, November 8, 2024, Mandela Hall, African Union">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 8 November, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/culture/" title="Culture">Culture</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/public-affairs/" title="Public Affairs">Public Affairs</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-17808 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-africa category-embassy category-events category-news category-press-releases category-public-affairs category-speeches category-u-s-mission-to-the-african-union"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-u-s-ambassador-to-the-african-union-stephanie-sullivan-welcome-reception-october-30-2024/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--750x450.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan Welcome reception" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-u-s-ambassador-to-the-african-union-stephanie-sullivan-welcome-reception-october-30-2024/">Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan at her Welcome Reception – October 30, 2024</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Your Excellencies, His Excellency the Director General of the African Union Commission, Amb. Fathallah Sijilmassi; Chair of the Permanent Representatives Committee, Her Excellency Khadijetou Mbareck Fall; Dean of the Diplomatic Corps: His Excellency Assoumani Youssouf Mondoha of Comoros; Peace and Security Council Chair for of the Month of October: His Excellency Mohamed Omar Gad; Representative …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-u-s-ambassador-to-the-african-union-stephanie-sullivan-welcome-reception-october-30-2024/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan at her Welcome Reception – October 30, 2024" title="Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan at her Welcome Reception – October 30, 2024">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 31 October, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/embassy/" title="Embassy">Embassy</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/public-affairs/" title="Public Affairs">Public Affairs</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/u-s-mission-to-the-african-union/" title="U.S. Mission to The African Union">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a></p> </article> <article class="post-17826 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-africa category-ambassador category-education category-events category-news category-press-releases category-public-affairs category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-sullivan-humphrey-alumni-global-policy-dialogue-skylight-hotel-addis-ababa-ethiopia-august-23/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at the Humphrey Alumni Global Policy Dialogue, August 23,2024" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-750x450.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="HHH Global Policy Dialogue" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-sullivan-humphrey-alumni-global-policy-dialogue-skylight-hotel-addis-ababa-ethiopia-august-23/">Remarks by Ambassador Sullivan Humphrey Alumni Global Policy Dialogue Skylight Hotel Addis Ababa, Ethiopia August 23</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>As delivered. Good morning, everybody! Welcome! Bienvenu! Akwaba! Karibu! I arrived just two weeks ago as the U.S. Ambassador to the African Union. This is my first speech in this new role. I’m delighted to be here with all of you today. What an impressive group! 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NABONGO: — after seeing you …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-in-moderated-conversation-following-her-historic-trip-to-africa/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by Vice President Harris in Moderated Conversation Following Her Historic Trip to Africa" title="Remarks by Vice President Harris in Moderated Conversation Following Her Historic Trip to Africa">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 7 April, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/public-affairs/" title="Public Affairs">Public Affairs</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/us-and-usau/" title="U.S. & The African Union">U.S. & The African Union</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/u-s-mission-to-the-african-union/" title="U.S. Mission to The African Union">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/vice-president-of-the-united-states/" title="Vice President of the United States">Vice President of the United States</a></p> </article> <article class="post-17343 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-africa category-environment category-news category-press-releases category-public-affairs category-speeches category-us-and-usau category-u-s-mission-to-the-african-union"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-in-meeting-with-private-sector-and-philanthropic-leaders-on-digital-inclusion-in-africa/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-in-meeting-with-private-sector-and-philanthropic-leaders-on-digital-inclusion-in-africa/">Remarks by Vice President Harris in Meeting with Private Sector and Philanthropic Leaders on Digital Inclusion in Africa</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p><a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2023/04/01/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-in-meeting-with-private-sector-and-philanthropic-leaders-on-digital-inclusion-in-africa/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Remarks by Vice President Harris in Meeting with Private Sector and Philanthropic Leaders on Digital Inclusion in Africa</a>   THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, good afternoon, everyone. 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I’m very much looking forward to the …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-in-meeting-with-private-sector-and-philanthropic-leaders-on-digital-inclusion-in-africa/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by Vice President Harris in Meeting with Private Sector and Philanthropic Leaders on Digital Inclusion in Africa" title="Remarks by Vice President Harris in Meeting with Private Sector and Philanthropic Leaders on Digital Inclusion in Africa">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 3 April, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/environment/" title="Environment">Environment</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/public-affairs/" title="Public Affairs">Public Affairs</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/us-and-usau/" title="U.S. & The African Union">U.S. & The African Union</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/u-s-mission-to-the-african-union/" title="U.S. Mission to The African Union">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a></p> </article> <article class="post-17337 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-africa category-environment category-news category-press-releases category-speeches category-us-and-usau category-u-s-mission-to-the-african-union"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-on-increasing-climate-resilience-adaptation-and-mitigation-across-africa/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-on-increasing-climate-resilience-adaptation-and-mitigation-across-africa/">Remarks by Vice President Harris on Increasing Climate Resilience, Adaptation, and Mitigation Across Africa</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p><a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2023/04/01/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-on-increasing-climate-resilience-adaptation-and-mitigation-across-africa/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Remarks by Vice President Harris on Increasing Climate Resilience, Adaptation, and Mitigation Across Africa</a> Panuka Farm Lusaka, Zambia THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you, Bruno. I really appreciate the name “Panuka” and that it is about “be clever,” because, really, isn’t that at the heart of what we want people to do? Which is to use their imagination, use your vision, and be encouraged to use it in a …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-on-increasing-climate-resilience-adaptation-and-mitigation-across-africa/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by Vice President Harris on Increasing Climate Resilience, Adaptation, and Mitigation Across Africa" title="Remarks by Vice President Harris on Increasing Climate Resilience, Adaptation, and Mitigation Across Africa">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 3 April, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/environment/" title="Environment">Environment</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/us-and-usau/" title="U.S. & The African Union">U.S. & The African Union</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/u-s-mission-to-the-african-union/" title="U.S. Mission to The African Union">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a></p> </article> <article class="post-17293 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-health-issues category-news category-pepfar category-speeches category-u-s-mission-to-the-african-union"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-lapenn-joins-au-world-aids-day-commemoration/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2022-11-30-Amb-at-AU-WAD_2_30-1-e1669882528101-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2022-11-30-Amb-at-AU-WAD_2_30-1-e1669882528101-750x450.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2022-11-30-Amb-at-AU-WAD_2_30-1-e1669882528101-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2022-11-30-Amb-at-AU-WAD_2_30-1-e1669882528101-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Amb Lapenn at AU World AIDS Day Commemoration 2022" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-lapenn-joins-au-world-aids-day-commemoration/">Ambassador Lapenn Joins AU World AIDS Day Commemoration</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Lapenn joined Mrs. Monica Geingos, The First Lady of Namibia; AU Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development Ambassador Minata Samate Cessouma; and Acting Africa CDC Director Dr. Ahmed Ogwell Ouma for the African Union’s World AIDS Day Commemoration on November 30, 2022. Remarks as drafted First, let me acknowledge the AU Commission …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-lapenn-joins-au-world-aids-day-commemoration/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Lapenn Joins AU World AIDS Day Commemoration" title="Ambassador Lapenn Joins AU World AIDS Day Commemoration">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 1 December, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/health-issues/" title="Health Issues">Health Issues</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/pepfar/" title="PEPFAR">PEPFAR</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/u-s-mission-to-the-african-union/" title="U.S. Mission to The African Union">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a></p> </article> <article class="post-17181 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-africa category-ambassador category-news category-political-affairs category-speeches category-us-and-usau category-u-s-mission-to-the-african-union tag-hate-crimes tag-peace-and-security"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-jessye-lapenn-at-the-african-union-peace-and-security-council-psc-open-session/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/LapennFullScreen1-12-750x450.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/LapennFullScreen1-12-750x450.png 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/LapennFullScreen1-12-175x105.png 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="LapennFullScreen1 12" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-jessye-lapenn-at-the-african-union-peace-and-security-council-psc-open-session/">Remarks by Ambassador Jessye Lapenn at the African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC) Open Session</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Jessye Lapenn U.S. Ambassador to the African Union at the African Union Peace and Security Council Open Session on Hate Crimes and Fighting Genocide Ideology in Africa April 12, 2021 (As delivered) Distinguished Chairperson, Excellencies, and Colleagues, thank you for the opportunity to speak on this important topic, Hate Crimes and Fighting Genocide Ideology in Africa. This …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-jessye-lapenn-at-the-african-union-peace-and-security-council-psc-open-session/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by Ambassador Jessye Lapenn at the African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC) Open Session" title="Remarks by Ambassador Jessye Lapenn at the African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC) Open Session">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 12 April, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/political-affairs/" title="Political Affairs">Political Affairs</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/us-and-usau/" title="U.S. & The African Union">U.S. & The African Union</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/u-s-mission-to-the-african-union/" title="U.S. Mission to The African Union">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | Tags: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/tag/hate-crimes/" rel="tag">Hate crimes</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/tag/peace-and-security/" rel="tag">peace and security</a></p> </article> <article class="post-17147 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-africa category-ambassador category-exclude category-news category-speeches category-us-and-usau tag-africa-day"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/statement-by-ambassador-jessica-lapenn-on-the-commemoration-of-africa-day-2020/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/statement-by-ambassador-jessica-lapenn-on-the-commemoration-of-africa-day-2020/">Statement by Ambassador Jessica Lapenn on the Commemoration of Africa Day 2020</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Today, the African continent celebrates Africa Day, and as the U.S. Ambassador to the African Union (AU) and Permanent Representative to the UN Economic Commission for Africa, I am pleased and honored to commemorate this 57th edition. The AU plays a key role on the continent, and as the first dedicated non-African mission accredited to the …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/statement-by-ambassador-jessica-lapenn-on-the-commemoration-of-africa-day-2020/" aria-label="Read More Statement by Ambassador Jessica Lapenn on the Commemoration of Africa Day 2020" title="Statement by Ambassador Jessica Lapenn on the Commemoration of Africa Day 2020">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 25 May, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/us-and-usau/" title="U.S. & The African Union">U.S. & The African Union</a> | Tags: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/tag/africa-day/" rel="tag">Africa Day</a></p> </article> <article class="post-17097 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-africa category-business category-economic-affairs category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/liberating-africas-entrepreneurs/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/49556487377_4f37955d58_k-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/49556487377_4f37955d58_k-750x450.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/49556487377_4f37955d58_k-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/49556487377_4f37955d58_k-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="49556487377_4f37955d58_k" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/liberating-africas-entrepreneurs/">Liberating Africa’s Entrepreneurs</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/liberating-africas-entrepreneurs/" aria-label="Read More Liberating Africa’s Entrepreneurs" title="Liberating Africa’s Entrepreneurs">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 19 February, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/business/" title="Business">Business</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/economic-affairs/" title="Economic Affairs">Economic Affairs</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-17041 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-gender-issues category-news category-speeches tag-peace tag-security tag-women"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-jessye-lapenn-at-the-african-union-peace-and-security-council-psc/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/website-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/website-750x450.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/website-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/website-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="website" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-jessye-lapenn-at-the-african-union-peace-and-security-council-psc/">Remarks by Ambassador Jessye Lapenn at the African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC)</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Jessye Lapenn U.S. Ambassador to the African Union at the African Union Peace and Security Council October 17, 2019 (As prepared for delivery) Good morning Mr. Chairperson, excellencies, ladies and gentlemen. It is my absolute honor and pleasure to address the Council today for the first time since my arrival to Addis as the U.S. …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-jessye-lapenn-at-the-african-union-peace-and-security-council-psc/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by Ambassador Jessye Lapenn at the African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC)" title="Remarks by Ambassador Jessye Lapenn at the African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC)">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 17 October, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/gender-issues/" title="Gender Issues">Gender Issues</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a> | Tags: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/tag/peace/" rel="tag">Peace</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/tag/security/" rel="tag">Security</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/tag/women/" rel="tag">Women</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16978 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-africa category-ambassador category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/2019-national-day-remarks-by-u-s-ambassador-to-the-african-union-mary-beth-leonard/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/IMG_7702-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="USAU Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard delivering remarks at the 2019 National Day Celebration" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/IMG_7702-750x450.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/IMG_7702-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/IMG_7702-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="U.S. Ambassador to the African Union Mary Beth Leonard" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/2019-national-day-remarks-by-u-s-ambassador-to-the-african-union-mary-beth-leonard/">2019 National Day Remarks delivered by U.S. Ambassador to the African Union Mary Beth Leonard on May 7, 2019</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks for National Day 2019 (243rd Independence Day) “U.S. Support for Economic Integration in Africa” May 7, 2019   Excellencies, Your Excellency Kwesi Quartey, Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission, former Prime Minister of Ethiopia Hailemariam Desalegn, fellow members of the diplomatic corps, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen – Good evening! Together with Ambassador …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/2019-national-day-remarks-by-u-s-ambassador-to-the-african-union-mary-beth-leonard/" aria-label="Read More 2019 National Day Remarks delivered by U.S. Ambassador to the African Union Mary Beth Leonard on May 7, 2019" title="2019 National Day Remarks delivered by U.S. Ambassador to the African Union Mary Beth Leonard on May 7, 2019">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 8 May, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16947 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-africa category-culture category-human-rights category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/us-statement-to-psc-on-the-prevention-of-the-ideology-of-hate-genocide-and-hate-crimes/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/us-statement-to-psc-on-the-prevention-of-the-ideology-of-hate-genocide-and-hate-crimes/">US Statement to PSC on the Prevention of the Ideology of Hate Genocide and Hate Crimes</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Statement by the United States to the PSC on the Prevention of the Ideology of Hate, Genocide, and Hate Crimes in Africa April 3, 2019   Excellencies, Good morning. The United States is committed to the prevention of mass atrocities and genocide worldwide. The mass killing of civilians is an affront to our common humanity …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/us-statement-to-psc-on-the-prevention-of-the-ideology-of-hate-genocide-and-hate-crimes/" aria-label="Read More US Statement to PSC on the Prevention of the Ideology of Hate Genocide and Hate Crimes" title="US Statement to PSC on the Prevention of the Ideology of Hate Genocide and Hate Crimes">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 4 April, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/culture/" title="Culture">Culture</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/human-rights/" title="Human Rights">Human Rights</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16935 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-africa category-business category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/16935/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/TIF-remarks-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/TIF-remarks-750x450.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/TIF-remarks-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/TIF-remarks-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="TIF remarks" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/16935/">Remarks by Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard at the Opening of the U.S. – Africa Trade and Investment Forum</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard at the opening of the U.S.-Africa Trade and Investment Forum (As Delivered) February 11, 2019   Thank you, Florie. Good evening everyone and welcome to Addis. What an amazing turnout! Your presence here tonight for the launch of the U.S.-Africa Trade and Investment Forum is a testament to the fact …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/16935/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard at the Opening of the U.S. – Africa Trade and Investment Forum" title="Remarks by Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard at the Opening of the U.S. – Africa Trade and Investment Forum">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 13 February, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/business/" title="Business">Business</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16924 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-africa category-business category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/african-entrepreneur-statement-delivered-by-selam-wondim-at-the-u-s-africa-trade-and-investment-forum/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/TIF-Opening-Panel-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/TIF-Opening-Panel-750x450.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/TIF-Opening-Panel-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/TIF-Opening-Panel-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="U.S. Trade and Investment Forum Opening Panel" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/african-entrepreneur-statement-delivered-by-selam-wondim-at-the-u-s-africa-trade-and-investment-forum/">African Entrepreneur Statement Delivered by Selam Wondim at the U.S. – Africa Trade and Investment Forum</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>African Entrepreneur Statement Delivered at U.S.-Africa Trade and Investment Forum Delivered by Selam Wondim CEO, GroHydro   Excellency Ministers, Excellency Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard, Ladies and Gentlemen, My name is Selam Wondim, and I am young, ambitious, and ready to transform my country Ethiopia, and the African continent. I am the CEO and co-founder of …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/african-entrepreneur-statement-delivered-by-selam-wondim-at-the-u-s-africa-trade-and-investment-forum/" aria-label="Read More African Entrepreneur Statement Delivered by Selam Wondim at the U.S. – Africa Trade and Investment Forum" title="African Entrepreneur Statement Delivered by Selam Wondim at the U.S. – Africa Trade and Investment Forum">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 13 February, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/business/" title="Business">Business</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16905 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-africa category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/opening-remarks-of-assistant-secretary-tibor-nagy-at-the-u-s-au-high-level-dialogue/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/84F74D0B-5752-43DB-B1A3-BB4A55562077-750x450.jpeg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/84F74D0B-5752-43DB-B1A3-BB4A55562077-750x450.jpeg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/84F74D0B-5752-43DB-B1A3-BB4A55562077-1140x684.jpeg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/84F74D0B-5752-43DB-B1A3-BB4A55562077-175x105.jpeg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Tibor P. Nagy, Jr." /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/opening-remarks-of-assistant-secretary-tibor-nagy-at-the-u-s-au-high-level-dialogue/">Opening Remarks of Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Tibor Nagy at the U.S.-AU High Level Dialogue</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Tibor Nagy’s Opening Remarks U.S.-AU High Level Dialogue African Union Commission, Addis Ababa Thursday, November 29, 2018 8:50 a.m. (As prepared for delivery)   Good morning everyone, and I am very pleased to be here in Addis today to join you for this important dialogue. I especially want …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/opening-remarks-of-assistant-secretary-tibor-nagy-at-the-u-s-au-high-level-dialogue/" aria-label="Read More Opening Remarks of Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Tibor Nagy at the U.S.-AU High Level Dialogue" title="Opening Remarks of Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Tibor Nagy at the U.S.-AU High Level Dialogue">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 29 November, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16883 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-africa category-ambassador category-speeches tag-countering-violent-extremism tag-cve tag-usau-cve-week-2018"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-mary-beth-leonard-at-the-second-annual-u-s-au-cve-week-african-union-commission-addis-ababa-monday-october-29-2018/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/CVE_WEEK_SCREEN_GRAB11-750x450.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/CVE_WEEK_SCREEN_GRAB11-750x450.png 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/CVE_WEEK_SCREEN_GRAB11-1140x684.png 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/CVE_WEEK_SCREEN_GRAB11-175x105.png 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="U.S. Ambassador to the AU Mary Beth Leonard" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-mary-beth-leonard-at-the-second-annual-u-s-au-cve-week-african-union-commission-addis-ababa-monday-october-29-2018/">Remarks by Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard at the Second Annual U.S.-AU CVE Week</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard at the Second Annual U.S.-AU CVE Week African Union Commission, Addis Ababa Monday, October 29, 2018   Thank you. Welcome to Addis, Principal Deputy Coordinator for Counterterrorism Alina Romanowski. Good morning, everyone. What a fabulous crowd! It is my distinct honor to be here today to open the Second …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-mary-beth-leonard-at-the-second-annual-u-s-au-cve-week-african-union-commission-addis-ababa-monday-october-29-2018/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard at the Second Annual U.S.-AU CVE Week" title="Remarks by Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard at the Second Annual U.S.-AU CVE Week">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 13 November, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a> | Tags: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/tag/countering-violent-extremism/" rel="tag">Countering Violent Extremism</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/tag/cve/" rel="tag">CVE</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/tag/usau-cve-week-2018/" rel="tag">USAU CVE Week 2018</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16841 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/statement-by-ambassador-leonard-at-the-open-au-psc-open-session-on-the-role-of-women-in-conflict-prevention-and-peace-building-at-the-community-level/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/BYPQ3616-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/BYPQ3616-750x450.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/BYPQ3616-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Leonard at the AUC" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/statement-by-ambassador-leonard-at-the-open-au-psc-open-session-on-the-role-of-women-in-conflict-prevention-and-peace-building-at-the-community-level/">Statement by Ambassador Leonard at the Open AU PSC Open Session on the Role of Women in Conflict Prevention and Peace building at the Community Level</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Mr. Chairperson, distinguished panelists, excellencies, I am very grateful for the opportunity to address this session on the role of women in conflict prevention and peace building. Supporting women’s participation, voice, and empowerment in decision-making about security issues is key to achieving our shared efforts to achieve lasting peace and stability. Last year, when President …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/statement-by-ambassador-leonard-at-the-open-au-psc-open-session-on-the-role-of-women-in-conflict-prevention-and-peace-building-at-the-community-level/" aria-label="Read More Statement by Ambassador Leonard at the Open AU PSC Open Session on the Role of Women in Conflict Prevention and Peace building at the Community Level" title="Statement by Ambassador Leonard at the Open AU PSC Open Session on the Role of Women in Conflict Prevention and Peace building at the Community Level">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 22 October, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16820 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-africa category-key-officials category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-tibor-p-nagy-jr-at-swearing-in-ceremony/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/44746153901_a7c5314351_k-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/44746153901_a7c5314351_k-750x450.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/44746153901_a7c5314351_k-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/44746153901_a7c5314351_k-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="44746153901_a7c5314351_k" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-tibor-p-nagy-jr-at-swearing-in-ceremony/">Remarks by Ambassador Tibor P. Nagy, Jr. at Swearing-in Ceremony</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks Tibor P. Nagy, Jr. Assistant Secretary, Bureau of African Affairs Washington, DC September 17, 2018   Good afternoon distinguished ladies and gentlemen and thank you Mr. Secretary. I am grateful for the many friends, family, and colleagues who are here today – literally from around the nation and the world. And I greatly appreciate the …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-tibor-p-nagy-jr-at-swearing-in-ceremony/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by Ambassador Tibor P. Nagy, Jr. at Swearing-in Ceremony" title="Remarks by Ambassador Tibor P. Nagy, Jr. at Swearing-in Ceremony">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 24 September, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/key-officials/" title="Key Officials">Key Officials</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16764 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-africa category-deputy-chief-of-mission category-speeches tag-combating-wildlife-trafficking tag-wildlife"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-deputy-chief-mission-jessica-davis-ba-gis-database-standards-help-combat-wildlife-trafficking-africa-workshop/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/IMG_2997-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/IMG_2997-750x450.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/IMG_2997-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/IMG_2997-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="IMG_2997" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-deputy-chief-mission-jessica-davis-ba-gis-database-standards-help-combat-wildlife-trafficking-africa-workshop/">Remarks by Deputy Chief of Mission Jessica Davis Ba at the “GIS Database Standards to Help Combat Wildlife Trafficking in Africa” Workshop</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Excellencies, Honorable Guests: Director General Sultan Mohammed of the Ethiopian Geospatial Information Agency (optional: & current Africa Executive Board Chair of the Committee of Experts for the United Nations Global Geospatial Information Management); Director General Kumara Wakjira of the Ethiopian Wildlife Conservation Authority; Director Lee Schwartz of the Department of State’s Office of the Geographer and …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-deputy-chief-mission-jessica-davis-ba-gis-database-standards-help-combat-wildlife-trafficking-africa-workshop/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by Deputy Chief of Mission Jessica Davis Ba at the “GIS Database Standards to Help Combat Wildlife Trafficking in Africa” Workshop" title="Remarks by Deputy Chief of Mission Jessica Davis Ba at the “GIS Database Standards to Help Combat Wildlife Trafficking in Africa” Workshop">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/taddessem/" rel="author" class="fn">taddessem</a> | 26 March, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/deputy-chief-of-mission/" title="Deputy Chief of Mission">Deputy Chief of Mission</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a> | Tags: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/tag/combating-wildlife-trafficking/" rel="tag">Combating Wildlife Trafficking</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/tag/wildlife/" rel="tag">Wildlife</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16674 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude-all category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-ambassador-mary-beth-leonard-african-peace-security-annual-conference-autonomy-african-union-changing-world/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-ambassador-mary-beth-leonard-african-peace-security-annual-conference-autonomy-african-union-changing-world/">Remarks by Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard at the African Peace and Security Annual Conference on “The Autonomy of the African Union in a Changing World”</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>  Good afternoon! It is my distinct honor to be here today at such an occasion to engage on some of the key issues facing the African continent. In my career I have experienced five transitions of government in the United States. Thus I am aware that times of transition often bring uncertainty and a …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-ambassador-mary-beth-leonard-african-peace-security-annual-conference-autonomy-african-union-changing-world/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard at the African Peace and Security Annual Conference on “The Autonomy of the African Union in a Changing World”" title="Remarks by Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard at the African Peace and Security Annual Conference on “The Autonomy of the African Union in a Changing World”">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 12 July, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16656 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-exclude category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-delivered-ambassador-leonard-u-s-au-workshop-cve/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/07/U.S.-AU-joint-workshop-on-CVE-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/07/U.S.-AU-joint-workshop-on-CVE-750x450.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/07/U.S.-AU-joint-workshop-on-CVE-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="U.S. - AU joint workshop on CVE" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-delivered-ambassador-leonard-u-s-au-workshop-cve/">Remarks Delivered by Ambassador Leonard at the U.S. – AU Workshop on CVE</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassadors and distinguished colleagues, it is my distinct honor to be here today to kick-off fruitful discussions on ways in which the United States and the African Union can collectively work together to prevent and counter the rise of violent extremism in Africa. I would like to extend my appreciation to Director of the African …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-delivered-ambassador-leonard-u-s-au-workshop-cve/" aria-label="Read More Remarks Delivered by Ambassador Leonard at the U.S. – AU Workshop on CVE" title="Remarks Delivered by Ambassador Leonard at the U.S. – AU Workshop on CVE">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 3 July, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16639 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-featured-event category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-ambassador-mary-beth-leonard-iss-pre-au-summit-seminar-prepared/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/06/Speakers-panel-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Left to right: Amb. Leonard, Amb. Safousse, Amb. Dube, SRSG Menkerios, and Amb. Sabatucci" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/06/Speakers-panel-750x450.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/06/Speakers-panel-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/06/Speakers-panel-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Speakers panel" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-ambassador-mary-beth-leonard-iss-pre-au-summit-seminar-prepared/">Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard at ISS Pre-AU Summit Seminar</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard, the U.S. Ambassador to the African Union addressed an audience made up of participants from the diplomatic corps, international organizations, and think tanks based in Addis Ababa, on the United States partnership with the African Union, highlighting shared priorities in the area of peace and security. Ambassador Leonard discussed in detail …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-ambassador-mary-beth-leonard-iss-pre-au-summit-seminar-prepared/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard at ISS Pre-AU Summit Seminar" title="Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard at ISS Pre-AU Summit Seminar">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 28 June, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/featured-event/" title="Featured Event">Featured Event</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16558 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-leonard-hosts-reception-occasion-launch-africa-cdc/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/05/ambassador-leonard-with-commissioner-el-fadil-750-2.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="women shaking hands" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/05/ambassador-leonard-with-commissioner-el-fadil-750-2.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/05/ambassador-leonard-with-commissioner-el-fadil-750-2-350x210.jpg 350w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/05/ambassador-leonard-with-commissioner-el-fadil-750-2-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/05/ambassador-leonard-with-commissioner-el-fadil-750-2-200x120.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="ambassador-leonard-with-commissioner-el-fadil-750-2" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-leonard-hosts-reception-occasion-launch-africa-cdc/">Ambassador Leonard Hosts a Reception on the Occasion of the Launch of Africa CDC</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>USAU’s Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard hosted a reception at her residence on the occasion of the launch of Africa CDC. The event was attended by officials from WHO, African Union, Gates Foundation, China CDC and China Mission to AU. The most recently appointed Commissioner of Social Affairs H.E. Amira El-Fadil of the African Union was …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-leonard-hosts-reception-occasion-launch-africa-cdc/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Leonard Hosts a Reception on the Occasion of the Launch of Africa CDC" title="Ambassador Leonard Hosts a Reception on the Occasion of the Launch of Africa CDC">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 19 May, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16555 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-leonard-presents-art-embassies-collection-new-residence/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/05/art-embassies-reception-750-2.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="people looking at art" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/05/art-embassies-reception-750-2.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/05/art-embassies-reception-750-2-350x210.jpg 350w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/05/art-embassies-reception-750-2-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/05/art-embassies-reception-750-2-200x120.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="art-embassies-reception-750-2" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-leonard-presents-art-embassies-collection-new-residence/">Ambassador Leonard Presents Art in Embassies Collection at her New Residence</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The United States Ambassador to the African Union Mary Beth Leonard presented the Art in Embassies Collection at her official Residence. The event was attended by Ambassadors based in Ethiopia who are also accredited to the AU and UNECA, as well as officials from the African Union Commission. Ambassador Leonard presented the Art in Embassies …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-leonard-presents-art-embassies-collection-new-residence/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Leonard Presents Art in Embassies Collection at her New Residence" title="Ambassador Leonard Presents Art in Embassies Collection at her New Residence">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 19 May, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16563 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-deputy-chief-of-mission category-exclude category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/dcm-jessica-davis-bas-mandela-washington-fellowship-pdo-remarks/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/dcm-jessica-davis-bas-mandela-washington-fellowship-pdo-remarks/">DCM Jessica Davis Ba’s Mandela Washington Fellowship PDO Remarks</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>On behalf of the U.S. Mission to the African Union, I would like to personally congratulate you on being selected as a Mandela Washington Fellow. While the road each of you took to arrive at this point in your career may vary greatly, we are all united by our shared vision for Africa—an Africa that …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/dcm-jessica-davis-bas-mandela-washington-fellowship-pdo-remarks/" aria-label="Read More DCM Jessica Davis Ba’s Mandela Washington Fellowship PDO Remarks" title="DCM Jessica Davis Ba’s Mandela Washington Fellowship PDO Remarks">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 10 May, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/deputy-chief-of-mission/" title="Deputy Chief of Mission">Deputy Chief of Mission</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16565 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-ambassador category-exclude category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-leonard-remarks-african-land-forces-summit/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-leonard-remarks-african-land-forces-summit/">Ambassador Leonard Remarks – African Land Forces Summit</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>General Phiri, General Allyn, Excellency Ghambi, Ambassadors, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen. It is my distinct honor to be in Lilongwe, Malawi to participate in the fifth African Land Forces Summit. I would like to personally commend the Malawian Defense Forces for hosting this high level event, bringing together Land Forces Chiefs from across Africa …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-leonard-remarks-african-land-forces-summit/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Leonard Remarks – African Land Forces Summit" title="Ambassador Leonard Remarks – African Land Forces Summit">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 8 May, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16569 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-ambassador category-exclude category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-ambassador-leonard-access-energy/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-ambassador-leonard-access-energy/">Remarks for Ambassador Leonard – Access to Energy for All</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Good morning everyone! I am excited to be here with you today and learn about the work you are doing to address the challenge of ensuring energy access to all in Africa. I am also pleased that you are all alumni of U.S. government exchange programs including the Mandela Washington Fellowship of the Young African …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-ambassador-leonard-access-energy/" aria-label="Read More Remarks for Ambassador Leonard – Access to Energy for All" title="Remarks for Ambassador Leonard – Access to Energy for All">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 26 April, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16552 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-leonard-hosts-african-union-youth-volunteer-corps/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/03/au-youth-corps-750-2.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="group of youth" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/03/au-youth-corps-750-2.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/03/au-youth-corps-750-2-350x210.jpg 350w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/03/au-youth-corps-750-2-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2017/03/au-youth-corps-750-2-200x120.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="au-youth-corps-750-2" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-leonard-hosts-african-union-youth-volunteer-corps/">Ambassador Leonard Hosts African Union Youth Volunteer Corps</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>USAU Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard hosted a reception for the African Union Commission’s Youth Volunteer Corps. In her welcome remarks, she highlighted that, with almost 70 percent of Africans under 25 years of age, empowering young people is at the heart of U.S.-Africa relations. She also elaborated on the way the United States has demonstrated …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-leonard-hosts-african-union-youth-volunteer-corps/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Leonard Hosts African Union Youth Volunteer Corps" title="Ambassador Leonard Hosts African Union Youth Volunteer Corps">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 9 March, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16567 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-ambassador category-exclude category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-leonard-remarks-launch-state-womens-rights-africa-report/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-leonard-remarks-launch-state-womens-rights-africa-report/">Ambassador Leonard Remarks – Launch of the State of Women’s Rights in Africa Report</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Madame Chairperson, Ambassadors, Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, It is my distinct honor to be here today to recognize the many advancements made to address gender inequality in Africa and reflect on what more can be done to realize the aspirations of Agenda 2063 towards empowering and developing women and young girls. I would like …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-leonard-remarks-launch-state-womens-rights-africa-report/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Leonard Remarks – Launch of the State of Women’s Rights in Africa Report" title="Ambassador Leonard Remarks – Launch of the State of Women’s Rights in Africa Report">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 7 March, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16504 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-ambassador category-exclude category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-mary-beth-leonards-opening-remarks-national-museum-african-american-history-culture/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-mary-beth-leonards-opening-remarks-national-museum-african-american-history-culture/">Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard’s Opening Remarks at the National Museum of African American History and Culture</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Dr. Desta, thank you for asking me to join the live streaming of the museum’s opening. So excited to be here; I was in Washington for several weeks this summer as I prepared for my Senate hearings and eventual arrival to become the U.S. Ambassador to the African Union. The museum’s glorious building was already …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-mary-beth-leonards-opening-remarks-national-museum-african-american-history-culture/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard’s Opening Remarks at the National Museum of African American History and Culture" title="Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard’s Opening Remarks at the National Museum of African American History and Culture">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 29 November, 2016 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-16502 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-ambassador category-exclude category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-mary-beth-leonards-opening-remarks-africa-u-s-partnership-options-enhance-strategic-cooperation-challenging-environments/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-mary-beth-leonards-opening-remarks-africa-u-s-partnership-options-enhance-strategic-cooperation-challenging-environments/">Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard’s Opening Remarks at the Africa – U.S. Partnership Options to Enhance Strategic Cooperation in Challenging Environm</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Distinguished colleagues, good morning. Thank you for the opportunity to speak with you today about the U.S. – AU partnership. Next month, December 22, to be exact, will mark the 10thanniversary of the establishment of the U.S. Mission to the AU. We are indeed proud to have been the first non-African Mission dedicated exclusively to …</p> <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-mary-beth-leonards-opening-remarks-africa-u-s-partnership-options-enhance-strategic-cooperation-challenging-environments/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard’s Opening Remarks at the Africa – U.S. Partnership Options to Enhance Strategic Cooperation in Challenging Environments" title="Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard’s Opening Remarks at the Africa – U.S. Partnership Options to Enhance Strategic Cooperation in Challenging Environments">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 22 November, 2016 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" 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