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Security Alert: Increased Armed Violence at DRC – Rwandan – Burundian Border Areas
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Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (June 11, 2026)
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Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (June 11, 2026)
Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (June 11, 2026)
Routine Message: Virtual Town Hall Meeting for U.S. Citizens – June 9, 2026
Alerts
Routine Message: Virtual Town Hall Meeting for U.S. Citizens – June 9, 2026
Routine Message: Virtual Town Hall Meeting for U.S. Citizens – June 9, 2026
Health Alert: Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, June 3, 2026
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Health Alert: Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, June 3, 2026
Health Alert: Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, June 3, 2026
Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (June 1, 2026)
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Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (June 1, 2026)
Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (June 1, 2026)
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC – May 26, 2026
Alerts
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC – May 26, 2026
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC – May 26, 2026
Health Alert : Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening
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Health Alert : Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening
Health Alert : Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC – May 22, 2026
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Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC – May 22, 2026
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC – May 22, 2026
Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Updated Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening – May 22, 2026
Alerts
Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Updated Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening – May 22, 2026
Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Updated Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening – May 22, 2026
Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening – May 21, 2026
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Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening – May 21, 2026
Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening – May 21, 2026
Update on Travel from the DRC to the United States
Kinshasa May 21, 2026 DRC Health Press Releases
Update on Travel from the DRC to the United States
Update on Travel from the DRC to the United States
United States Responds to Ebola Outbreak in Africa
May 19, 2026 DRC Press Releases
United States Responds to Ebola Outbreak in Africa
United States Responds to Ebola Outbreak in Africa
Health Alert: Update U.S. Embassy Kinshasa (May 19, 2026)
Alerts
Health Alert: Update U.S. Embassy Kinshasa (May 19, 2026)
Health Alert: Update U.S. Embassy Kinshasa (May 19, 2026)
Routine Message: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa – May 18, 2026
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Routine Message: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa – May 18, 2026
Routine Message: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa – May 18, 2026
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa – May 18, 2026
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Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa – May 18, 2026
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa – May 18, 2026
Health Alert: Update U.S. Embassy Kinshasa (May 15, 2026)
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Health Alert: Update U.S. Embassy Kinshasa (May 15, 2026)
Health Alert: Update U.S. Embassy Kinshasa (May 15, 2026)
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa (May 15, 2026)
Alerts
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa (May 15, 2026)
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa (May 15, 2026)
Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, May 1, 2026
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Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, May 1, 2026
Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, May 1, 2026
U.S. Sanctions on Former DRC President for Support of Armed Group
April 30, 2026 DRC Press Releases Safety
U.S. Sanctions on Former DRC President for Support of Armed Group
U.S. Sanctions on Former DRC President for Support of Armed Group
Media Note Concerning the Creation of the Mining Guard in the DRC
April 28, 2026 DRC Press Releases
Media Note Concerning the Creation of the Mining Guard in the DRC
Media Note Concerning the Creation of the Mining Guard in the DRC
Demonstration Alert: Protests on Colonel Mondjiba
Alerts
Demonstration Alert: Protests on Colonel Mondjiba
Demonstration Alert: Protests on Colonel Mondjiba
Joint Statement by the Governments of the USA, the DRC, and the Republic of Rwanda on Advancing the Washington Accords
March 19, 2026 DRC Embassy Kinshasa Press Releases Rwanda Safety
Joint Statement by the Governments of the USA, the DRC, and the Republic of Rwanda on Advancing the Washington Accords
Joint Statement by the Governments of the USA, the DRC, and the Republic of Rwanda on Advancing the Washington Accords
Security Alert: Northwestern Haut-Katanga Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Alerts
Security Alert: Northwestern Haut-Katanga Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: Northwestern Haut-Katanga Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Treasury Sanctions Rwanda Officials, Condemns Blatant Violations of Washington Peace Accords
March 3, 2026 DRC Embassy Kinshasa Press Releases Rwanda Safety
Treasury Sanctions Rwanda Officials, Condemns Blatant Violations of Washington Peace Accords
Treasury Sanctions Rwanda Officials, Condemns Blatant Violations of Washington Peace Accords
U.S. Government Factsheet: Health Memorandum of Understanding
February 27, 2026 Press Releases
U.S. Government Factsheet: Health Memorandum of Understanding
U.S. Government Factsheet: Health Memorandum of Understanding
America First Global Health Strategy – Joint Statement between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the DRC
Chargé D'affaires February 27, 2026 DRC Press Releases USA
America First Global Health Strategy – Joint Statement between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the DRC
America First Global Health Strategy – Joint Statement between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the DRC
Demonstration Alert: Protests on Route des Poids Lourds, Kinshasa
Alerts
Demonstration Alert: Protests on Route des Poids Lourds, Kinshasa
Demonstration Alert: Protests on Route des Poids Lourds, Kinshasa
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February 6, 2026 Press Releases
2026 Critical Minerals Ministerial
2026 Critical Minerals Ministerial
Security Alert: Exercise Caution at Bangoka International Airport, Kisangani
Alerts
Security Alert: Exercise Caution at Bangoka International Airport, Kisangani
Security Alert: Exercise Caution at Bangoka International Airport, Kisangani
Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Democratic Republic of the Congo President Tshisekedi
Kinshasa February 5, 2026 DRC Press Releases
Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Democratic Republic of the Congo President Tshisekedi
Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Democratic Republic of the Congo President Tshisekedi
Chargé d’Affaires Ian J. McCary
Chargé D'affaires
Chargé d’Affaires Ian J. McCary
Chargé d’Affaires Ian J. McCary
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December 22, 2025 DRC FDLR M23 Monusco Rwanda Uvira
Explanation of Vote Following the Adoption of a UN Security Council Resolution Renewing the Mandate of MONUSCO
Explanation of Vote Following the Adoption of a UN Security Council Resolution Renewing the Mandate of MONUSCO
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December 17, 2025 DRC DRC Foreign Minister Kayikwamba Wagner security issues violence in eastern DRC
Deputy Secretary Landau’s Meeting with DRC Foreign Minister Kayikwamba Wagner
Deputy Secretary Landau’s Meeting with DRC Foreign Minister Kayikwamba Wagner
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December 13, 2025 Democratic Republic of the Congo DRC M23 Monusco Rwanda UN Security Council Briefing Uvira
Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (December 12, 2025)
Alerts
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (December 12, 2025)
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (December 12, 2025)
Security Alert: Increased Armed Violence at DRC – Rwandan – Burundian Border Areas
Alerts
Security Alert: Increased Armed Violence at DRC – Rwandan – Burundian Border Areas
Security Alert: Increased Armed Violence at DRC – Rwandan – Burundian Border Areas
Signing of the Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda
December 5, 2025 Press Releases
Signing of the Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda
Signing of the Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda
Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Democratic Republic of Congo-Rwanda Regional Economic Integration Framework Signing Ceremony
December 5, 2025 Press Releases Rwanda
Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Democratic Republic of Congo-Rwanda Regional Economic Integration Framework Signing Ceremony
Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Democratic Republic of Congo-Rwanda Regional Economic Integration Framework Signing Ceremony
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November 24, 2025
Joint Statement on the Fourth Meeting of the Joint Security Coordination Mechanism for the Peace Agreement between the DRC and Rwanda
Joint Statement on the Fourth Meeting of the Joint Security Coordination Mechanism for the Peace Agreement between the DRC and Rwanda
Joint Statement on the Second Meeting of the Joint Security Coordination Mechanism for the Peace Agreement between the DRC and Rwanda
September 25, 2025 DRC Press Releases Rwanda Safety security issues
Joint Statement on the Second Meeting of the Joint Security Coordination Mechanism for the Peace Agreement between the DRC and Rwanda
Joint Statement on the Second Meeting of the Joint Security Coordination Mechanism for the Peace Agreement between the DRC and Rwanda
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC (September 9, 2025)
Alerts
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC (September 9, 2025)
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC (September 9, 2025)
Joint Statement on the Second Joint Oversight Committee Meeting for the Peace Agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda
September 4, 2025
Joint Statement on the Second Joint Oversight Committee Meeting for the Peace Agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda
Joint Statement on the Second Joint Oversight Committee Meeting for the Peace Agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda
Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Democratic Republic of the Congo
August 25, 2025 DRC Press Releases Safety security issues
Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: Possible Attacks in North Kivu
Alerts
Security Alert: Possible Attacks in North Kivu
Security Alert: Possible Attacks in North Kivu
Strengthening Mpox Surveillance:  U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Donates Over $550,000 in Digital Equipment to the COUSP
August 14, 2025 DRC Embassy Kinshasa Press Releases Safety
Strengthening Mpox Surveillance:  U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Donates Over $550,000 in Digital Equipment to the COUSP
Strengthening Mpox Surveillance:  U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Donates Over $550,000 in Digital Equipment to the COUSP
Treasury Sanctions Entities Linked to Violence and Illegal Mining in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
August 12, 2025 DRC Press Releases Rwanda Safety
Treasury Sanctions Entities Linked to Violence and Illegal Mining in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Treasury Sanctions Entities Linked to Violence and Illegal Mining in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Democratic Republic of the Congo – Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Alerts
Democratic Republic of the Congo – Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Democratic Republic of the Congo – Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Joint Statement on the Inaugural Joint Security Coordination Mechanism (JSCM) Meeting for the Peace Agreement Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda
August 9, 2025
Joint Statement on the Inaugural Joint Security Coordination Mechanism (JSCM) Meeting for the Peace Agreement Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda
Joint Statement on the Inaugural Joint Security Coordination Mechanism (JSCM) Meeting for the Peace Agreement Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda
Furthering Implementation of the Peace Agreement Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda
Events August 1, 2025 DRC Embassy Kinshasa Press Releases Rwanda Safety
Furthering Implementation of the Peace Agreement Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda
Furthering Implementation of the Peace Agreement Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda
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Events July 22, 2025 DRC Press Releases
The United States Welcomes the Signing of a Declaration of Principles between the DRC and AFC/M23
The United States Welcomes the Signing of a Declaration of Principles between the DRC and AFC/M23
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Alerts
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
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June 30, 2025 DRC Embassy Kinshasa Press Releases
Democratic Republic of the Congo National Day
Democratic Republic of the Congo National Day
Peace Agreement Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda
June 27, 2025 DRC Embassy Kinshasa Press Releases
Peace Agreement Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda
Peace Agreement Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda
Peace Agreement Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda
June 27, 2025 DRC Embassy Kinshasa Press Releases Safety
Peace Agreement Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda
Peace Agreement Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda
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U.S. Citizen Services
Joint Statement on Peace Talks between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda, Mediated by the United States and Observed by the State of Qatar
Joint Statement on Peace Talks between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda, Mediated by the United States and Observed by the State of Qatar
Joint Statement on Efforts to Support Peace in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
June 2, 2025 Democratic Republic of Congo DRC Peace Rwanda
Joint Statement on Efforts to Support Peace in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
Joint Statement on Efforts to Support Peace in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
On the Election of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV
May 8, 2025 Elections Holy See Pope Leon XIV Press Release The Pope
On the Election of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV
On the Election of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV
Joint Statement on Efforts to Support Peace in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
April 30, 2025 Congo DRC Press Releases
Joint Statement on Efforts to Support Peace in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
Joint Statement on Efforts to Support Peace in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
The United States Hosts Signing of Declaration of Principles between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Government of Rwan
April 25, 2025 Press Releases
The United States Hosts Signing of Declaration of Principles between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Government of Rwan
The United States Hosts Signing of Declaration of Principles between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Government of Rwan
Declaration of Principles
Alerts April 25, 2025 DRC Embassy Kinshasa Press Releases
Declaration of Principles
Declaration of Principles
Digital Press Briefing: Senior Advisor for Africa Massad Boulos and Deputy Assistant Secretary for African Affairs Corina Sanders
Alerts Boulos Democratic Republic of Congo DRC Rwanda
Digital Press Briefing: Senior Advisor for Africa Massad Boulos and Deputy Assistant Secretary for African Affairs Corina Sanders
Digital Press Briefing: Senior Advisor for Africa Massad Boulos and Deputy Assistant Secretary for African Affairs Corina Sanders
U.S. Government Strengthens Laboratory Management by Awarding Accreditation Certificates to Two Clinical Laboratories in the DRC
Ambassador Kinshasa CDC Health Kinshasa
U.S. Government Strengthens Laboratory Management by Awarding Accreditation Certificates to Two Clinical Laboratories in the DRC
U.S. Government Strengthens Laboratory Management by Awarding Accreditation Certificates to Two Clinical Laboratories in the DRC
Announcement of Massad Boulos as Senior Advisor for Africa 
Alerts Kinshasa April 2, 2025 DRC Embassy Kinshasa Press Releases Safety security issues
Announcement of Massad Boulos as Senior Advisor for Africa 
Announcement of Massad Boulos as Senior Advisor for Africa 
Security Alert – Keep a Low Profile in Kinshasa, DRC, February 21, 2025
Alerts
Security Alert – Keep a Low Profile in Kinshasa, DRC, February 21, 2025
Security Alert – Keep a Low Profile in Kinshasa, DRC, February 21, 2025
Sanctioning Drivers of Violence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Kinshasa February 20, 2025 Press Releases
Sanctioning Drivers of Violence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Sanctioning Drivers of Violence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (February 14, 2025)
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Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (February 14, 2025)
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (February 14, 2025)
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Alerts
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Travel Advisory Update: DRC Travel Advisory Raise To Level 4- Do Not Travel Ordered Departure (January 29, 2025)
Alerts
Travel Advisory Update: DRC Travel Advisory Raise To Level 4- Do Not Travel Ordered Departure (January 29, 2025)
Travel Advisory Update: DRC Travel Advisory Raise To Level 4- Do Not Travel Ordered Departure (January 29, 2025)
Security Alert: Increased Violence in Kinshasa
Alerts
Security Alert: Increased Violence in Kinshasa
Security Alert: Increased Violence in Kinshasa
Security Alert: Protests Occurring at U.S. Embassy Installations on January 28, 2025, in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Alerts
Security Alert: Protests Occurring at U.S. Embassy Installations on January 28, 2025, in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: Protests Occurring at U.S. Embassy Installations on January 28, 2025, in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Travel Alert: Disruptions to GPS Systems for Aircraft Landing in Eastern DRC, 15 January 2025
Alerts
Travel Alert: Disruptions to GPS Systems for Aircraft Landing in Eastern DRC, 15 January 2025
Travel Alert: Disruptions to GPS Systems for Aircraft Landing in Eastern DRC, 15 January 2025
Security Alert: Planned Protests for January 27, 2025, in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Alerts
Security Alert: Planned Protests for January 27, 2025, in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: Planned Protests for January 27, 2025, in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Alerts
Security Alert: North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
U.S. Engagement in the DRC
January 23, 2025 Fact Sheets
U.S. Engagement in the DRC
U.S. Engagement in the DRC
Security Alert: North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) 23 January 2025 
Alerts
Security Alert: North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) 23 January 2025 
Security Alert: North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) 23 January 2025 
U.S. Joins Partnership to Promote Responsibly Sourced Artisanal Cobalt
Events January 14, 2025 Press Releases
U.S. Joins Partnership to Promote Responsibly Sourced Artisanal Cobalt
U.S. Joins Partnership to Promote Responsibly Sourced Artisanal Cobalt
A Message from U.S. Ambassador Lucy Tamlyn on the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights
Ambassador November 26, 2024 News
A Message from U.S. Ambassador Lucy Tamlyn on the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights
A Message from U.S. Ambassador Lucy Tamlyn on the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Kinshasa
Alerts September 27, 2024
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Kinshasa
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Kinshasa
Inaugural U.S. Embassy Program Boosts Women Entrepreneurs
Economic Opportunity September 20, 2024
Inaugural U.S. Embassy Program Boosts Women Entrepreneurs
Inaugural U.S. Embassy Program Boosts Women Entrepreneurs
50,000 Doses of Mpox Vaccines Donated by the United States Arrived in Kinshasa
September 12, 2024
50,000 Doses of Mpox Vaccines Donated by the United States Arrived in Kinshasa
50,000 Doses of Mpox Vaccines Donated by the United States Arrived in Kinshasa
Power Africa Coordinator Visits DRC To Advance Sustainable Energy Initiatives
Economic Opportunity August 15, 2024
Power Africa Coordinator Visits DRC To Advance Sustainable Energy Initiatives
Power Africa Coordinator Visits DRC To Advance Sustainable Energy Initiatives
Travel Alert: Disruptions to GPS Systems for Aircraft Landing in Eastern DRC
Alerts August 8, 2024
Travel Alert: Disruptions to GPS Systems for Aircraft Landing in Eastern DRC
Travel Alert: Disruptions to GPS Systems for Aircraft Landing in Eastern DRC
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Kinshasa
Alerts August 8, 2024
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Kinshasa
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Kinshasa
The United States Announces $424 Million in Additional Assistance for the Democratic Republic of the Congo
August 7, 2024 Press Releases
The United States Announces $424 Million in Additional Assistance for the Democratic Republic of the Congo
The United States Announces $424 Million in Additional Assistance for the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: Security Alert: Demonstration and Possible Gunfire Near Pullman Hotel and Palais de Nations, in Kinshasa, DRC
Alerts
Security Alert: Security Alert: Demonstration and Possible Gunfire Near Pullman Hotel and Palais de Nations, in Kinshasa, DRC
Security Alert: Security Alert: Demonstration and Possible Gunfire Near Pullman Hotel and Palais de Nations, in Kinshasa, DRC
U.S. Embassy Hosts Local Partner Roundtable to Commemorate World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
July 29, 2024
U.S. Embassy Hosts Local Partner Roundtable to Commemorate World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
U.S. Embassy Hosts Local Partner Roundtable to Commemorate World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
Treasury Sanctions Rebel Alliance Driving Instability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
July 26, 2024 Press Releases
Treasury Sanctions Rebel Alliance Driving Instability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Treasury Sanctions Rebel Alliance Driving Instability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Treasury Targets ISIS Facilitation Network in Eastern, Central, and Southern Africa
July 24, 2024 Press Releases
Treasury Targets ISIS Facilitation Network in Eastern, Central, and Southern Africa
Treasury Targets ISIS Facilitation Network in Eastern, Central, and Southern Africa
United States supports efforts to improve public financial management for local governments
July 23, 2024 Press Releases
United States supports efforts to improve public financial management for local governments
United States supports efforts to improve public financial management for local governments
Statement of Concern Related to Certain Minerals Supply Chains from Rwanda and Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo Contributing to the Ongoing Co
July 9, 2024 Press Releases
Statement of Concern Related to Certain Minerals Supply Chains from Rwanda and Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo Contributing to the Ongoing Co
Statement of Concern Related to Certain Minerals Supply Chains from Rwanda and Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo Contributing to the Ongoing Co
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC (June 17, 2024)
Alerts
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC (June 17, 2024)
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC (June 17, 2024)
Security Alert: Increased Police Checkpoints in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Alerts
Security Alert: Increased Police Checkpoints in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: Increased Police Checkpoints in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (19 May 2024)
Alerts
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (19 May 2024)
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (19 May 2024)
USAID Launches New Project to Counter Trafficking in Persons and Gender-Based Violence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
May 16, 2024 Press Releases
USAID Launches New Project to Counter Trafficking in Persons and Gender-Based Violence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
USAID Launches New Project to Counter Trafficking in Persons and Gender-Based Violence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
Diversity Immigrant Visa Program 2025
May 6, 2024 Press Releases
Diversity Immigrant Visa Program 2025
Diversity Immigrant Visa Program 2025
World Malaria Day: United States and the Democratic Republic of the Congo Work Together to Support Healthy Communities
May 2, 2024 Press Releases
World Malaria Day: United States and the Democratic Republic of the Congo Work Together to Support Healthy Communities
World Malaria Day: United States and the Democratic Republic of the Congo Work Together to Support Healthy Communities
Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Ali-Foreman “Rumble in the Jungle” in Kinshasa
Events
Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Ali-Foreman “Rumble in the Jungle” in Kinshasa
Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Ali-Foreman “Rumble in the Jungle” in Kinshasa
Remarks by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Ambassador March 30, 2024 Press Releases
Remarks by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Remarks by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (28 March 2024)
Alerts
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (28 March 2024)
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (28 March 2024)
EMPOWERING EAST AND CENTRAL AFRICA: POWER AFRICA OPENS NEW OFFICE IN KINSHASA, DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO (DRC)
March 22, 2024 Press Releases
EMPOWERING EAST AND CENTRAL AFRICA: POWER AFRICA OPENS NEW OFFICE IN KINSHASA, DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO (DRC)
EMPOWERING EAST AND CENTRAL AFRICA: POWER AFRICA OPENS NEW OFFICE IN KINSHASA, DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO (DRC)
Online Auction
March 4, 2024
Online Auction
Online Auction
Escalation of Hostilities in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
February 20, 2024 Press Releases
Escalation of Hostilities in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
Escalation of Hostilities in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
U.S.-DRC RELATIONS: DISINFORMATION v. FACT
February 16, 2024
U.S.-DRC RELATIONS: DISINFORMATION v. FACT
U.S.-DRC RELATIONS: DISINFORMATION v. FACT
Security Alert: Planned Demonstration for February 14, 2024 Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Alerts
Security Alert: Planned Demonstration for February 14, 2024 Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: Planned Demonstration for February 14, 2024 Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (11 February, 2024)
Alerts
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (11 February, 2024)
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (11 February, 2024)
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (10 February, 2024)
Alerts
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (10 February, 2024)
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (10 February, 2024)
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (FEBRUARY 9, 2024)
Alerts
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (FEBRUARY 9, 2024)
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (FEBRUARY 9, 2024)
Security Alert: North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Alerts
Security Alert: North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Security Alert: North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
USAID Emergency Response to Flooding in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
February 1, 2024 Press Releases USAID DRC
USAID Emergency Response to Flooding in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
USAID Emergency Response to Flooding in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
DFC CEO Nathan Leads Presidential Delegation to DRC
January 25, 2024 Press Releases
DFC CEO Nathan Leads Presidential Delegation to DRC
DFC CEO Nathan Leads Presidential Delegation to DRC
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Health Alert – US Embassy Kinshasa (DRC) (JANUARY 22, 2024)
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Health Alert – US Embassy Kinshasa (DRC) (JANUARY 22, 2024)
Health Alert – US Embassy Kinshasa (DRC) (JANUARY 22, 2024)
Election Results in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
January 12, 2024 Press Releases
Election Results in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Election Results in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
U.S. Embassy Statement on Announcement of Provisional Election Results
January 3, 2024 DRC Press Releases
U.S. Embassy Statement on Announcement of Provisional Election Results
U.S. Embassy Statement on Announcement of Provisional Election Results
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) 27 December 2023 (DECEMBER 26, 2023)
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Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) 27 December 2023 (DECEMBER 26, 2023)
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) 27 December 2023 (DECEMBER 26, 2023)
Statement from the U.S. Embassy Following DRC Elections
December 24, 2023 Press Releases
Statement from the U.S. Embassy Following DRC Elections
Statement from the U.S. Embassy Following DRC Elections
Security Alert: Elections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DECEMBER 19, 2023)
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Security Alert: Elections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DECEMBER 19, 2023)
Security Alert: Elections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DECEMBER 19, 2023)
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December 15, 2023 Press Releases
U.S. Embassy Statement on DRC Elections
U.S. Embassy Statement on DRC Elections
The Ceasefire in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
December 14, 2023 Press Releases
The Ceasefire in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
The Ceasefire in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (DECEMBER 8, 2023)
Alerts
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (DECEMBER 8, 2023)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (DECEMBER 8, 2023)
DRC announces Partnership for the New Climate Economy at COP28
December 4, 2023 Press Releases
DRC announces Partnership for the New Climate Economy at COP28
DRC announces Partnership for the New Climate Economy at COP28
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November 16, 2023
Statement on DRC Elections from the Embassy of the United States of America
Statement on DRC Elections from the Embassy of the United States of America
Signing of the Memorandum of Understanding on the Development of the Lobito Corridor and the Zambia-Lobito Rail Line
October 27, 2023 Press Releases
Signing of the Memorandum of Understanding on the Development of the Lobito Corridor and the Zambia-Lobito Rail Line
Signing of the Memorandum of Understanding on the Development of the Lobito Corridor and the Zambia-Lobito Rail Line
Statement on the Escalation of Violence in North Kivu, DRC
October 12, 2023 Monusco North Kivu
Statement on the Escalation of Violence in North Kivu, DRC
Statement on the Escalation of Violence in North Kivu, DRC
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) 7 October 2023
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Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) 7 October 2023
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) 7 October 2023
U.S.-DRC Workshop Supports Development of Value Chain for Electric Vehicle Batteries
October 4, 2023 Press Releases
U.S.-DRC Workshop Supports Development of Value Chain for Electric Vehicle Batteries
U.S.-DRC Workshop Supports Development of Value Chain for Electric Vehicle Batteries
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (OCTOBER 4, 2023)
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Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (OCTOBER 4, 2023)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (OCTOBER 4, 2023)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (OCTOBER 2, 2023)
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Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (OCTOBER 2, 2023)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (OCTOBER 2, 2023)
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Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (September 27, 2023)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (September 27, 2023)
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September 20, 2023 Press Releases
Administrator Samantha Power Launches New Fund to Spur Investment in Africa’s Agricultural Growth and Support 1.5 Million African Farmers
Administrator Samantha Power Launches New Fund to Spur Investment in Africa’s Agricultural Growth and Support 1.5 Million African Farmers
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September 19, 2023 Press Releases
Announcement: Visa Validity Extension
Announcement: Visa Validity Extension
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September 19, 2023 Press Releases
Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield’s Meeting with DRC Foreign Minister Christophe Lutundula
Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield’s Meeting with DRC Foreign Minister Christophe Lutundula
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September 11, 2023 Press Releases
Joint Statement from the United States and the European Union
Joint Statement from the United States and the European Union
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September 5, 2023
Declaration on DRC Elections from the Embassy of the United States of America
Declaration on DRC Elections from the Embassy of the United States of America
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August 18, 2023 Press Releases
Message to the Press Following the Visit of United States Acting Deputy Secretary of State Victoria Nuland
Message to the Press Following the Visit of United States Acting Deputy Secretary of State Victoria Nuland
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August 16, 2023
Designation of Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Public Officials for Significant Corruption
Designation of Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Public Officials for Significant Corruption
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August 3, 2023
U.S. Provides Nearly $48 Million in Additional Humanitarian Assistance to Address Ongoing Humanitarian Emergency in the D.R.C.
U.S. Provides Nearly $48 Million in Additional Humanitarian Assistance to Address Ongoing Humanitarian Emergency in the D.R.C.
General Alert – US Embassy Kinshasa DRC (July 14, 2023)
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General Alert – US Embassy Kinshasa DRC (July 14, 2023)
General Alert – US Embassy Kinshasa DRC (July 14, 2023)
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July 11, 2023
Announcement for Auction
Announcement for Auction
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July 7, 2023 Press Releases
The United States encourages the DRC to make further progress in the fight against human trafficking
The United States encourages the DRC to make further progress in the fight against human trafficking
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June 29, 2023 Press Releases
The United States Issues an Advisory Focused on the Gold Sector Across Sub-Saharan Africa
The United States Issues an Advisory Focused on the Gold Sector Across Sub-Saharan Africa
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (June 16, 2023)
Alerts Messages for U.S. Citizens
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (June 16, 2023)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (June 16, 2023)
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June 2, 2023 Press Releases
Joint Declaration on Elections in the DRC
Joint Declaration on Elections in the DRC
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (13 May 2023)
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Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (13 May 2023)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (13 May 2023)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (May 11, 2023)
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Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (May 11, 2023)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (May 11, 2023)
Condolences and assistance for the Flood-Affected Communities of Kalehe
May 9, 2023
Condolences and assistance for the Flood-Affected Communities of Kalehe
Condolences and assistance for the Flood-Affected Communities of Kalehe
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (May 5, 2023)
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Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (May 5, 2023)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (May 5, 2023)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (April 28, 2023)
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Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (April 28, 2023)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (April 28, 2023)
Publication of Final Rule on Nonimmigrant Visa Fee Increases
April 18, 2023 Press Releases
Publication of Final Rule on Nonimmigrant Visa Fee Increases
Publication of Final Rule on Nonimmigrant Visa Fee Increases
USA ANNOUNCES $8.3 MILLION AGREEMENT TO SUPPORT COMMUNITY-LED CONSERVATION AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT FOR 500 VILLAGES IN VITAL CONGO BASSIN
February 10, 2023 Press Releases
USA ANNOUNCES $8.3 MILLION AGREEMENT TO SUPPORT COMMUNITY-LED CONSERVATION AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT FOR 500 VILLAGES IN VITAL CONGO BASSIN
USA ANNOUNCES $8.3 MILLION AGREEMENT TO SUPPORT COMMUNITY-LED CONSERVATION AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT FOR 500 VILLAGES IN VITAL CONGO BASSIN
U.S. Embassy Kinshasa Closed to the Public from January 31 through February 3, 2023
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U.S. Embassy Kinshasa Closed to the Public from January 31 through February 3, 2023
U.S. Embassy Kinshasa Closed to the Public from January 31 through February 3, 2023
New partnership to advance the rights of Indigenous Peoples in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
January 13, 2023 Press Releases
New partnership to advance the rights of Indigenous Peoples in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
New partnership to advance the rights of Indigenous Peoples in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Statement on Report by UN Group of Experts
January 4, 2023 Press Releases
Statement on Report by UN Group of Experts
Statement on Report by UN Group of Experts
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November 22, 2022 Press Releases
Joint Statement on M23 Advances in Eastern DRC
Joint Statement on M23 Advances in Eastern DRC
Security Alert: Eastern DRC and Border Regions, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (November 15, 2022)
Alerts
Security Alert: Eastern DRC and Border Regions, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (November 15, 2022)
Security Alert: Eastern DRC and Border Regions, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (November 15, 2022)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (November 7, 2022)
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Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (November 7, 2022)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) (November 7, 2022)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa and South Kivu, DRC (November 1, 2022)
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Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa and South Kivu, DRC (November 1, 2022)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa and South Kivu, DRC (November 1, 2022)
Call to End Renewed Violence in Eastern DRC
November 1, 2022 Press Releases
Call to End Renewed Violence in Eastern DRC
Call to End Renewed Violence in Eastern DRC
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Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Great Lakes Region
Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Great Lakes Region
Health Alert: Confirmed Cases of Sudan Ebolavirus (SUDV) in East and Central Africa (October 4, 2022)
Alerts
Health Alert: Confirmed Cases of Sudan Ebolavirus (SUDV) in East and Central Africa (October 4, 2022)
Health Alert: Confirmed Cases of Sudan Ebolavirus (SUDV) in East and Central Africa (October 4, 2022)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (September 21, 2022)
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Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (September 21, 2022)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (September 21, 2022)
Absentee Voting Week is October 1-8, 2022
September 12, 2022 U.S. Elections Voting in the U.S
Absentee Voting Week is October 1-8, 2022
Absentee Voting Week is October 1-8, 2022
The United States Provides Additional Assistance For The 2023 Election In The Democratic Republic Of The Congo
September 6, 2022 Press Releases USAID
The United States Provides Additional Assistance For The 2023 Election In The Democratic Republic Of The Congo
The United States Provides Additional Assistance For The 2023 Election In The Democratic Republic Of The Congo
Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with DRC Prime Minister Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde
August 23, 2022 Press Releases
Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with DRC Prime Minister Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde
Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with DRC Prime Minister Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde
Vital Partners, Shared Priorities: The Biden Administration’s Sub-Saharan Africa Strategy
August 23, 2022
Vital Partners, Shared Priorities: The Biden Administration’s Sub-Saharan Africa Strategy
Vital Partners, Shared Priorities: The Biden Administration’s Sub-Saharan Africa Strategy
Third Party Attendance at Passport and CRBA Appointment Interviews
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Third Party Attendance at Passport and CRBA Appointment Interviews
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President Biden Announces Expansion of Feed The Future in Response to The Growing Global Food Security Crisis
Economic Opportunity August 19, 2022 Press Releases
President Biden Announces Expansion of Feed The Future in Response to The Growing Global Food Security Crisis
President Biden Announces Expansion of Feed The Future in Response to The Growing Global Food Security Crisis
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August 9, 2022
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Worldwide caution (August 3, 2022)
Secretary Blinken’s Travel to Cambodia, the Philippines, South Africa, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Rwanda
July 30, 2022 Press Releases
Secretary Blinken’s Travel to Cambodia, the Philippines, South Africa, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Rwanda
Secretary Blinken’s Travel to Cambodia, the Philippines, South Africa, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Rwanda
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Discourages Travel to North Kivu Province, South Kivu Province, and Ituri Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo ()
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Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Discourages Travel to North Kivu Province, South Kivu Province, and Ituri Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo ()
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Discourages Travel to North Kivu Province, South Kivu Province, and Ituri Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo ()
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (July 27, 2022)
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Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (July 27, 2022)
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (July 27, 2022)
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (July 26, 2022)
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Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (July 26, 2022)
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (July 26, 2022)
Security Alert: Goma, North Kivu Province, Democratic Republic of Congo (July 25, 2022)
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Security Alert: Goma, North Kivu Province, Democratic Republic of Congo (July 25, 2022)
Security Alert: Goma, North Kivu Province, Democratic Republic of Congo (July 25, 2022)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (July 19, 2022)
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Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (July 19, 2022)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (July 19, 2022)
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Kenyan President Kenyatta
July 1, 2022 Press Releases
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Kenyan President Kenyatta
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Kenyan President Kenyatta
President Biden letter to President Tshisekedi on the Occasion of 62nd anniversary for DRC independence
June 30, 2022 Press Releases
President Biden letter to President Tshisekedi on the Occasion of 62nd anniversary for DRC independence
President Biden letter to President Tshisekedi on the Occasion of 62nd anniversary for DRC independence
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (June 24, 2022)
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Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (June 24, 2022)
Demonstration Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (June 24, 2022)
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC (June 15, 2022)
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Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC (June 15, 2022)
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC (June 15, 2022)
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (June 14, 2022)
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Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (June 14, 2022)
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (June 14, 2022)
USAID and Equity Bank partner to unlock $5M in lending to artisanal and small-scale mining operators in eastern DRC
June 3, 2022 Press Releases
USAID and Equity Bank partner to unlock $5M in lending to artisanal and small-scale mining operators in eastern DRC
USAID and Equity Bank partner to unlock $5M in lending to artisanal and small-scale mining operators in eastern DRC
Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with DRC Vice Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Lutundula
June 3, 2022 Press Releases
Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with DRC Vice Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Lutundula
Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with DRC Vice Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Lutundula
Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Democratic Republic of Congo Foreign Minister Christophe Lutundula Before Their Meeting
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Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Democratic Republic of Congo Foreign Minister Christophe Lutundula Before Their Meeting
Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Democratic Republic of Congo Foreign Minister Christophe Lutundula Before Their Meeting
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (May 30, 2022)
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Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (May 30, 2022)
Security Alert: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (May 30, 2022)
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Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC (May 24, 2022)
Security Alert (May 12, 2022)
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Security Alert (May 12, 2022)
Security Alert (May 12, 2022)
Op-Ed for World Press Freedom Day
May 3, 2022 Press Releases
Op-Ed for World Press Freedom Day
Op-Ed for World Press Freedom Day
Demonstration Alert: Lubumbashi, Haut Katanga Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (March 30, 2022)
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Demonstration Alert: Lubumbashi, Haut Katanga Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (March 30, 2022)
Demonstration Alert: Lubumbashi, Haut Katanga Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (March 30, 2022)
Demonstration Alert – Goma, North Kivu Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Demonstration Alert – Goma, North Kivu Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Demonstration Alert – Goma, North Kivu Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo
U.S. Department of Treasury Under Secretary Brian Nelson Deepens Cooperation to Combat Corruption
March 21, 2022 Press Releases
U.S. Department of Treasury Under Secretary Brian Nelson Deepens Cooperation to Combat Corruption
U.S. Department of Treasury Under Secretary Brian Nelson Deepens Cooperation to Combat Corruption
Under Secretary of the Treasury Nelson’s Travel to Africa
March 14, 2022 Press Releases
Under Secretary of the Treasury Nelson’s Travel to Africa
Under Secretary of the Treasury Nelson’s Travel to Africa
MOU between the Department of Labor of the United States of America and the Ministry of Employment, Labor, and Social Security of DRC
March 4, 2022
MOU between the Department of Labor of the United States of America and the Ministry of Employment, Labor, and Social Security of DRC
MOU between the Department of Labor of the United States of America and the Ministry of Employment, Labor, and Social Security of DRC
OES A/S Monica Medina Visits DRC to strengthen our partnership to preserve the Congo Basin and address health challenges, including COVID-19
February 28, 2022 Press Releases
OES A/S Monica Medina Visits DRC to strengthen our partnership to preserve the Congo Basin and address health challenges, including COVID-19
OES A/S Monica Medina Visits DRC to strengthen our partnership to preserve the Congo Basin and address health challenges, including COVID-19
Statement by President Biden on Russia’s Unprovoked and Unjustified Attack on Ukraine
February 24, 2022 Press Releases
Statement by President Biden on Russia’s Unprovoked and Unjustified Attack on Ukraine
Statement by President Biden on Russia’s Unprovoked and Unjustified Attack on Ukraine
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (February 22, 2022)
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Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (February 22, 2022)
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (February 22, 2022)
Assistant Secretary Monica P. Medina’s Travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Kenya
February 18, 2022 Press Releases
Assistant Secretary Monica P. Medina’s Travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Kenya
Assistant Secretary Monica P. Medina’s Travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Kenya
General Alert – US Embassy Kinshasa DRC (February 6, 2022)
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General Alert – US Embassy Kinshasa DRC (February 6, 2022)
General Alert – US Embassy Kinshasa DRC (February 6, 2022)
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC (February 1, 2022)
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Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC (February 1, 2022)
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, DRC (February 1, 2022)
Demonstration Alert: Goma, North Kivu Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (February 1, 2022)
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Demonstration Alert: Goma, North Kivu Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (February 1, 2022)
Demonstration Alert: Goma, North Kivu Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (February 1, 2022)
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January 30, 2022 Press Releases
U.S. Ambassador Mike Hammer Statement on the Sharp-Catalan Verdict
U.S. Ambassador Mike Hammer Statement on the Sharp-Catalan Verdict
Statement by NSC Spokesperson Emily Horne on Senior Administration Official Travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo
January 26, 2022 Press Releases
Statement by NSC Spokesperson Emily Horne on Senior Administration Official Travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Statement by NSC Spokesperson Emily Horne on Senior Administration Official Travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Message for U.S. Citizens: Travel to the United States on Expired U.S. Passports (January 24, 2022)
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Message for U.S. Citizens: Travel to the United States on Expired U.S. Passports (January 24, 2022)
Message for U.S. Citizens: Travel to the United States on Expired U.S. Passports (January 24, 2022)
Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world!
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Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world!
Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world!
Statement on the disproportionate use of force during the demonstration on May 20, 2023
May 22, 2013 Press Releases
Statement on the disproportionate use of force during the demonstration on May 20, 2023
Statement on the disproportionate use of force during the demonstration on May 20, 2023

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