Uganda: U.S. Embassy Uganda Celebrates 250 Years of American Independence

[U.S. Embassy Kampala] U.S. Embassy Uganda marked America's 250th anniversary during its National Day celebration on September 24, highlighting the enduring relationship between the United States and Uganda. The celebration commemorated 250 years since the United States declared its independence with Chargé d'Affaires Mikael Cleverley saying the anniversary was an opportunity to celebrate the courage, resilience, innovation, and determination that have shaped America and its relationships around the world.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 8:24 am

Liberia: Sharpton - Liberia Has Important Voice On Global Stage

[New Dawn] American civil rights leader Rev. Al Sharpton has described Liberia as an important voice on the global stage and called for stronger cooperation between Africa and its diaspora following a meeting with President Joseph Nyuma Boakai in New York.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 8:16 am

Tanzania: Tanzania, U.S. Extend Partnership

[Daily News] New York -- TANZANIA has pledged to deepen its ties with the United States by creating a more conducive environment for American citizens, businesspeople and investors, including maintaining visa-on-arrival access for US nationals.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 5:03 am

South Africa: Pretoria Shifts From Appeasement to Resistance After Unrelenting Us Pressure

[Daily Maverick] South Africa faces escalating tensions with the Trump administration, which has increasingly targeted the country with tariffs, diplomatic pressure and accusations over its domestic policies. Pretoria is now moving away from accommodation towards a firmer diplomatic stance, despite its weaker economic and geopolitical position.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 4:20 am

Kenya: US Delegation Backs Fight Against Period Poverty in Kenyan Schools

[Capital FM] Kisii -- A delegation of US-based leaders and humanitarian advocates is in Kenya for a week-long outreach programme aimed at tackling period poverty among schoolgirls and promoting menstrual dignity in schools.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 2:19 am

Nigeria: Unga - Cavista Convenes U.S., African Leaders On Investment Opportunities

[Vanguard] Cavista Holdings brought together African and U.S. business leaders, investors, policymakers and development finance stakeholders in New York on Monday, September 21, for its annual U.S.-Africa Leadership Dinner, held on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 12:35 pm

Nigeria: Nigeria, U.S.Sign Framework to Unlock $700bn Mineral Wealth

[Leadership] The federal government and the United States have signed an agreement to deepen American investment in Nigeria's mining sector and promote greater development of the country's mineral resources, estimated by the government at about $700 billion.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 12:34 pm

Liberia: Robtel Pailey Says U.S. Deportee Deal Is Unconstitutional

[Liberian Investigator] Liberia's agreement to take up to 1,200 people deported from the United States violates the Constitution and undermines the country's credibility on the U.N. Security Council, Liberian academic Robtel Neajai Pailey argues in a commentary calling on the government to cancel agreements with Washington that breach national law.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 12:33 pm

Niger: Canadians, Australians and Americans Relaunch Niger's Uranium Industry

[Agenzia Fides] Niamey -- Niger's military junta is seeking to relaunch the country's uranium mining industry with the signing of an agreement with Australian company Atomic Eagle, through which the State of Niger has established the Madaouela Mining Company (MAMICO). The company, 60% owned by Atomic Eagle and 40% by the Nigerien State, plans to revive uranium mining operations in Agadez, in the central-northern part of the country.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 10:54 am

Uganda: U.S.-Uganda Relations 'Better Than Ever' - Says Envoy

[Nile Post] The United States says its relationship with Uganda is at its strongest point, with Washington signalling plans to deepen cooperation in trade and investment, security, health and technology.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 8:04 am

Nigeria: Nigeria, U.S. Sign Framework to Unlock Investment in $700bn Minerals Sector

[This Day] Nigeria and the United States have signed a framework agreement to deepen American investment in Nigeria's solid minerals sector, with cooperation spanning geological data and exploration, mineral development and processing, infrastructure and technical capacity.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 8:00 am

Nigeria: Nigeria, U.S. Sign Framework to Attract Investment Into $700bn Mineral Resources

[Premium Times] The framework is expected to use the relationship between the Nigerian and US governments as a foundation for business-to-business transactions and investment across Nigeria's mineral value chain.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 7:35 am

Sudan: US and Sudan Trade Statements Over Legitimacy and Peace Efforts

[Dabanga] Washingto D.C. / New York City / Khartoum / Jeddah -- The United States and Sudan have traded statements over Washington's rejection of both sides of Sudan's war as legitimate constitutional authorities, with Khartoum insisting that any peace process must respect the country's sovereignty and national institutions.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 1:44 am

Kenya: Korir Out to Reclaim Chicago Title As Kenya Marathon Dinner Welcomes Elite Runners to Illinois

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Ahead of the 2026 Chicago Marathon slated for Sunday, October 11, the Kenyan deep field led by 2024 winner John Korir will be motivated to reclaim the title when they are hosted at the annual Kenyan Marathon Dinner two days before the race.

Posted on: 24 September 2026 | 10:32 am

Namibia: Helao - US Visa Restrictions Threaten Economic Diplomacy

[New Era] New York -- Namibia's Ambassador to the United States of America, Williams Helao, says the country's visa regime is becoming a major obstacle to the ease of doing business between the two nations.

Posted on: 24 September 2026 | 8:43 am

Zimbabwe: Suspension of Routine Consular Services

[U.S. Embassy Harare] Location: U. S. Embassy Harare, Zimbabwe

Posted on: 24 September 2026 | 8:23 am

Sudan: Has the U.S. Adopted a Regime Change Policy in Sudan?

[allAfrica] Monrovia -- There has been a flurry of diplomatic activity this week surrounding peace efforts in Sudan as world leaders gather in New York for the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. The conflict, which began in April 2023, has reached a stalemate, leaving the country virtually divided between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

Posted on: 24 September 2026 | 4:48 am

South Africa: Pretoria Puzzled By Punitive US Travel Bans - - 'What More Must We Do?'

[Daily Maverick] Even the US ambassador has acknowledged South Africa's progress in meeting President Donald Trump's demands, says President Cyril Ramaphosa's special adviser, Alistair Ruiters, in response to a travel ban on unnamed South Africans announced by the US.

Posted on: 24 September 2026 | 2:36 am

Sudan: While Washington Calls for an Arms Embargo, Sudan's Arms Market Increases

[Ayin Network] As Washington pushes for a nationwide arms embargo, Sudan's warring parties continue to acquire increasingly sophisticated military technology, including drones and air-defence systems.

Posted on: 24 September 2026 | 2:35 am

Ethiopia: U.S. Condemns Drone Strike On Catholic Relief Convoy in Tigray, Urges Investigation, Dialogue

[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The United States has condemned a reported drone strike on a humanitarian convoy carrying lifesaving assistance to internally displaced people (IDPs) in Ethiopia's Tigray Region, urging authorities to investigate the incident and calling on all parties to resolve political differences through dialogue.

Posted on: 23 September 2026 | 10:20 am

Liberia: Ngafuan Courts Investors in New York

[Liberian Observer] Liberia is stepping up efforts to attract international private capital, with Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan calling on investors to take a closer look at the country's expanding opportunities, improving economic fundamentals and significant infrastructure needs.

Posted on: 23 September 2026 | 7:41 am

Mozambique: U.S. to Disburse 1.5 Million Dollars for Weapons Control

[AIM] Maputo -- The United States government has pledged to disburse 1.5 million dollars to strengthen Mozambique's management of weapons and ammunition, as part of a program aimed at strengthening security in the country.

Posted on: 23 September 2026 | 7:25 am

Angola: Angolan President Discusses Stronger Cooperation With Canadian Prime Minister

[ANGOP] New York -- Angolan President João Lourenço on Tuesday met Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in New York, where they discussed strengthening and expanding bilateral cooperation.

Posted on: 23 September 2026 | 4:25 am

Sudan: US-Egypt-Sudan Meeting in New York Discusses Peace Efforts

[Dabanga] Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, Sudanese Foreign Minister Mohieddin Salem and US President's Senior Adviser for Arab and African Affairs Massad Boulos met in New York on Sunday to discuss efforts to advance existing diplomatic initiatives and create conditions for a sustainable political settlement in Sudan.

Posted on: 23 September 2026 | 2:35 am

Africa: Inside the US System Deporting Migrants Through African Countries

[RFI] More than 25,000 people have been deported from the United States to third countries since Donald Trump returned to power - often to places they have no connection to and sometimes on another continent. Hundreds have been sent to Africa, where at least 12 countries have agreed to receive them. A six-month investigation by RFI and 23 other media outlets, part of the Deportation Project coordinated by Forbidden Stories, found that some were imprisoned without a court decision or left without clear legal

Posted on: 23 September 2026 | 2:33 am