COMMUNIQUE DE PRESSE Les médias au service de la promotion de l’entrepreneuriat et l’autonomisation de la femme: Un projet transformateur au Burundi Bujumbura, Burundi, 31 août 2023 Un chapitre important du parcours du Burundi vers le développement durable et la transformation sociale est arrivé à sa conclusion alors que Tuyage, le projet …
Read More» Embassy of the United States of America PRESS RELEASE Using Media to Promote Entrepreneurship and Women’s Empowerment: A Transformative Project Culminates in Burundi Bujumbura, Burundi – August 31, 2023 An important chapter in Burundi’s journey towards sustainable development and social transformation has reached its conclusion as Tuyage, the USAID-funded highly impactful project aimed at …
Read More» Embassy of the United States of America Bujumbura, Burundi – USAID/Burundi and Columbia University Join Forces in a Groundbreaking $47 Million Initiative to Combat HIV/AIDS in Burundi August 29, 2023 Bujumbura, Burundi – USAID/Burundi announces a new cooperative agreement that will significantly enhance the HIV/AIDS response in the country. In partnership with the Trustees of …
Read More» 2024 Diversity Visa Period The 2024 Diversity Visa period will begin on Wednesday, October 5 at 12:00pm EDT. This program garners significant attention from the public. CA has cleared language that we recommend all missions publish to their sites. Missions should use their discretion regarding the placement of this content on their …
Read More» On July 19, 2022, the U.S. Department of State released the 2022 Annual Trafficking in Persons Report. The Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report is the U.S. Government’s principal diplomatic tool to engage foreign governments on human trafficking. It is also the world’s most comprehensive resource of governmental anti-trafficking efforts and reflects the U.S. Government’s …
Read More» The annual Country Reports on Human Rights Practices – the Human Rights Reports – cover internationally recognized individual, civil, political, and worker rights, as set forth in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other international agreements. The U.S. Department of State submits reports on all countries receiving assistance and all United Nations member states …
Read More» BUJUMBURA – The U.S Embassy Burundi celebrated the 246th U.S Independence Day on June 29, 2022. This year was special as it marked 60 years since the establishment of the U.S Embassy in Burundi. In 1962, the United States established diplomatic relations with Burundi when it gained its independence. Since that time, the United States …
Read More» The United States is deeply committed to promoting and protecting universal respect for the right to freedom of religion or belief for all. Studies have shown that governments that safeguard religious freedom are more stable, economically vibrant, and peaceful. Our release of the 2021 International Religious Freedom Report is an opportunity to highlight the importance …
Read More» Press Release for Turi Kumwe Project Launch U.S. Embassy and Burundian Ministry of EAC Affairs, Youth, Sports and Culture Help Launch New Youth Program In the coming days, the U.S. Ambassador to Burundi and the Minister of East African Community Affairs, Youth, Sports and Culture, along with local administration and National Youth Council representatives, religious …
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Ambassador of United States to Burundi Melanie H. Higgins presented her credentials on March 2, 2021 at Ntare House. In her speech, Ambassador Higgins reiterated the U.S commitment to a strong bilateral relationship with Burundi. Ambassador Higgins appreciated the warm welcome and that she plans to travel and discover the country. Ambassador Higgins expressed how she …
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Read More» In 2020, the world commemorated 25 years since the adoption of the global agenda for advancing the rights and empowerment of women and girls everywhere. Last year’s theme was “My voice, our equal future” at the Rosa Parks American Corner, Kamenge. We work together to advance these issues at Wednesday for Women (W4W), a group …
Read More» September 15, 2020, Habonimana Odette, one of the former American corner Coordinators was selected as a finalist for the prestigious inaugural women building peace award from over 150 nominations of women peace builders from 51 countries. Her work is transformational for communities in and around Burundi. Her commitment and leadership to empower women in local …
Read More» December 3 was International Day of People with Disabilities, a fitting occasion for the United States to reaffirm its commitment and support for full inclusion of persons with disabilities in daily life of the community. Each individual must have an equal opportunity to develop his or her unique talents and must be free to pursue …
Read More» The Mandela Washington Fellows involvement with community services was well received. They were thrilled to celebrate international volunteer day with the Burundi Alumni association through community service and sharing food with street children.
Read More» USAFRICACOM sponsored a series of virtual lectures through the BNDF’s senior Command and Staff College who welcomed guest lecturers Professor Lisa Bronson and Dr. Lewis K. Griffith. They delivered lecturers on US Foreign Policy strategies.
Read More» The U.S. Embassy is proud to announce a PPE donation composed of critical medical supplies and personal protective equipment to assist frontline health workers in Burundi in the fight against COVID-19. The United States Chargé d’Affaires a.i. to Burundi, Stephanie Bunce, and Lieutenant Colonel Gerald Mathis, United States Military Senior Defense Official/Defense Attaché presented the supplies to …
Read More» President Joseph R. Biden delivered a speech during the inaugural ceremony Read more here https://www.state.gov/translations/french/discours-dinvestiture-du-president-joseph-r-biden/
Read More» Joseph R. Biden Jr. was sworn in as the 46th president of the United States on Wednesday, January 20, 2021. Minutes before, Kamala D. Harris took the oath of office to become the first woman, the first Black American, and the first South Asian American to be elected vice president. Biden is at work to …
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