U.S. Embassy Statement on 2023 Municipal Electoral Season

MEDIA NOTE  ————————————————————————–  U.S. Embassy Statement on 2023 Municipal Electoral Season    September 26, 2023 – Like in many other countries with multiparty systems of government, Mozambique’s constitution commits to the protection of all citizens’ rights and freedoms.  It “enshrines a democratic rule of law, based on pluralism of expression, party organization, and the respect and …

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Ambassador Vrooman Officially Launches the Sea Sound Project to Preserve and Promote Cultural Heritage on Mozambique Island

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– Ambassador Vrooman Officially Launches the Sea Sound Project to Preserve and Promote Cultural Heritage on Mozambique Island September 1, 2023 – U.S. Ambassador to Mozambique, Peter H. Vrooman visited Ilha de Moçambique for the opening of the Sea Sound immersive exhibition “Nakhodha and the Mermaid”, dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the cultural, oral and artistic …

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U.S. Embassy Recognizes Achievement of Exchange Program Alumni in Nampula

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Embassy Recognizes Achievement of Exchange Program Alumni in Nampula August 31, 2023 – U.S. Ambassador, Peter H. Vrooman and Mozambique-U.S. Alumni Association (MUSAA) President, Gledisse Manjate, recognized the accomplishments of three alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs during the 2023 Alumni Achievement Award ceremony in Nampula. More than 1,500 Mozambicans from …

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Nine Mozambicans Participate in Youth Leadership Fellowship in the United States

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– Nine Mozambicans Participate in Youth Leadership Fellowship in the United States August 29, 2023 – U.S. Embassy in Mozambique selected nine young leaders in the fields of business, civil society, and public administration to participate in the 9th annual Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Mandela Washington Fellowship. Participants from six provinces spent …

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The United States Announces New Investments in Mozambique’s Agriculture Sector

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– The United States Announces New Investments in Mozambique’s Agriculture Sector The U.S Government, through the United States Agency for International  Development (USAID), announced a new agriculture portfolio to foster inclusive economic growth and strengthen food systems in Nampula and Zambezia provinces. While more than two-thirds of the Mozambican population are engaged in …

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U.S. Government Launches Platform to Bring Mozambique into the Profitable Carbon Capture Market

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Launches Platform to Bring Mozambique into the Profitable Carbon Capture Market August 17, 2023 – The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), announces a new program, PLANETA, that will facilitate international investment in nature-based carbon capture projects in Mozambique. Industries that burn high rates of coal, …

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U.S. Government Invests in Bilingual Education Program to Improve Learning Outcomes in Mozambique

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Invests in Bilingual Education Program to Improve Learning Outcomes in Mozambique August 17, 2023 – The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is pleased to announce a five-year education program that will expand bilingual education in more than 4,000 primary schools in Cabo Delgado, Nampula, Niassa, and …

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AFRICOM Commander Reinforces U.S.-Mozambique Security Cooperation

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– AFRICOM Commander Reinforces U.S.-Mozambique Security Cooperation August 16, 2023 – U.S. Marine Corps General Michael Langley, commander of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), visited Maputo, Mozambique August 15-16 during an official trip to partner countries in southern Africa.  This visit reinforces the U.S. government’s partnership with Mozambique to build a peaceful and prosperous …

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U.S. Government Funding Helps to Unite Youth of Pemba Through Desporto Para Paz

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————–             U.S. Government Funding Helps to Unite Youth of Pemba Through Desporto Para Paz July 10, 2023 – The U.S. government is partnering with three Mozambican organizations to implement Desporto Para Paz, a program that engages young people in sports activities to strengthen community cohesion and teach leadership skills. Through the program, …

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Ambassador Peter H. Vrooman’s Remarks – U.S. Government Funds Construction of New Secondary School in Pemba

AMBASSADOR PETER H. VROOMAN’S REMARKS ————————————————————————–             U.S. Government Funds Construction of New Secondary School in Pemba Your Excellency Minister of Education, Your Excellency Secretary of State of Cabo Delgado Province, Representatives of Ministry and District Offices, Ladies and Gentlemen, all protocols observed, It is an honor to be here today to enhance the strong …

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U.S. Government Funds Construction of New Secondary School in Pemba

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Funds Construction of New Secondary School in Pemba July 6, 2023 – The U.S. Government launched the construction of a modern high school to construct a modern high school, which will provide educational access to 4,500 students in Maringanha, district of Pemba, Cabo Delgado Province. In addition, a memorandum of understanding …

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U.S. Ambassador to Mozambique Peter H. Vrooman Remarks on 247 Anniversary of the Independence of the U.S.

U.S. Ambassador to Mozambique Peter H. Vrooman Remarks 247 Anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America June 21, 2023 (As Prepared) Sua Excelência Ivete Maibaze, Minister of Land and Environment, Representatives of the Government of Mozambique, Fellow members of the diplomatic corps, Partners in the private sector and civil society, Fellow Americans, …

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The U.S. Government Extends Support to ANE with a New Road Reconstruction Project in Cabo Delgado

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– The U.S. Government Extends Support to ANE with a New Road Reconstruction Project in Cabo Delgado May 10, 2023 – The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), announced a new grant to support the Government of Mozambique (GRM) in bridge construction and road repairs in the northern province …

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Visit of Dr. Dafna Rand, Director of the Office of Foreign Assistance to Maputo, Mozambique

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– Visit of Dr. Dafna Rand, Director of the Office of Foreign Assistance to Maputo, Mozambique April 28, 2023 – A delegation led by Dr. Dafna Rand, Director of the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Foreign Assistance visited, Maputo April 23 – 25 to meet with Government of Mozambique and non-government partners …

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Ambassador Peter H. Vrooman’s Remarks at Mozambique Mining and Energy Conference

Good morning, distinguished guests and fellow participants in the Mozambique Mining and Energy Conference.  It is a pleasure to join you today.  Thank you to the organizers for inviting me to speak with you. Mozambique is a country with an incredible wealth of natural resources that can feed electricity production: traditional fuels, such as coal …

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AFRICOM Reiterates U.S. – Mozambique Security Cooperation

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– AFRICOM Reiterates U.S. – Mozambique Security Cooperation April 25, 2023 – U.S. Africa Command’s (USAFRICOM) Deputy to the Commander for Civil-Military Engagement, Ambassador Andrew Young, visited Mozambique on April 18-19. While in Maputo Ambassador Young, who leads AFRICOM’s efforts to unite defense, diplomacy, and development to enhance stability on the continent, met …

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U.S. Government Celebrates Fourth Military Exercise with Mozambican Armed Forces

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– The U.S. Government Celebrates Fourth Military Exercise with Mozambican Armed Forces April 20, 2023 – On April 10, U.S. Ambassador to Mozambique Peter H. Vrooman joined Mozambican Armed Defense Forces (FADM) for the closing ceremony of the fourth Joint Combined Exchange Training (JCET) aimed at strengthening and building a more resilient Mozambican …

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The U.S. Government Partners with Mozambican Development Bank, GAPI, to Support Local Small Businesses

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– The U.S. Government Partners with Mozambican Development Bank, GAPI, to Support Local Small Businesses Wednesday, April 17, 2023 – The The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), announced a new fund to help small businesses in Central and Northern Mozambique to overcome the shocks of recent cyclones …

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The U.S. Government Provides Aid to Victims of Cyclone Freddy in Mozambique

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– The U.S. Government Provides Aid to Victims of Cyclone Freddy in Mozambique April 13, 2023 – The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), granted three humanitarian assistance awards totaling $5,750,000 to the World Food Program (WFP), International Organization for Migration (IOM), and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) …

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The U.S. Government Transitions Programming to Support Orphans and Vulnerable Children to Mozambican Organizations

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– The U.S. Government Transitions Programming to Support Orphans and Vulnerable Children to Mozambican Organizations Wednesday, April 5, 2023 – The U.S. government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), announces two new projects to support children affected by HIV/AIDS, as well as promote prevention for adolescent girls. These new five-year …

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United States of America and Mozambique Are Together in Working Towards Ending TB

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– United States of America and Mozambique Are Together in Working Towards Ending TB 24 March 2023 – Today, on World Tuberculosis Day, the U.S. Embassy in Mozambique acknowledges the progress made and the challenges that remain to reach the goal of eliminating tuberculosis (TB) as a public health problem by 2030. Although …

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U.S. Government Supports Improved Nutrition in Zambézia Province

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Supports Improved Nutrition in Zambézia Province March 22, 2023 – The United States Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), announces a five-year program to reduce malnutrition in six districts of Zambézia province.  This program, named Okhokelamo ni Solho (“resilient nutrition” in Elomwe), targets chronic child malnutrition.  Poor nutrition in early childhood …

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U.S. Government Bolsters Mozambican Justice Sector

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Bolsters Mozambican Justice Sector February 27, 2023 – The U.S Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), launched a new program, the Justice Sector Technical Support Activity (JUSTA) which builds on 10 years of support for the rule of law in Mozambique.  This program addresses the lack …

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Ambassador Peter H. Vrooman’s Remarks for Parliamentary Retreat on Sovereign Wealth Fund

Friday, February 24, 2023 Bilene Honorable Mr. Niquice, valued partners from the National Assembly and civil society, distinguished guests: We all know that Mozambique’s vast natural wealth has the potential to utterly transform its economy.  New revenues could improve the delivery of services such as health care and education for millions of Mozambicans, pay for …

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Notice of Funding Opportunity: Implementing Innovative Activities to Reach Epidemic Control in Mozambique under the President’s Emergency Plan f

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY Mozambique, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title:       Implementing Innovative Activities to Reach Epidemic Control in Mozambique under the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) Funding Opportunity Number:  CDC-RFA-GH-23-0020 Deadline for Applications:          Mar 26, 2023 Electronically submitted applications …

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United States and Mozambique Agree on Key Components of Mozambique Compact

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– United States and Mozambique Agree on Key Components of Mozambique Compact   January 30, 2023 – Visiting U.S. Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Deputy Chief Executive Officer (DCEO) Mahmoud Bah and Minister of Economy and Finance Max Tonela signed a key agreement called an Aide Memoire during a meeting at the Ministry of …

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U.S. Government Invests in Health Sector to Combat Malaria

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Invests in Health Sector to Combat Malaria December 14, 2022 – December 12, 2022 – The United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), announces the USAID Malaria Capacity Strengthening (MCAPS) program, a five-year initiative to improve the quality of malaria services in Mozambique. It is a …

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USAID’s Deputy Assistant Administrator for Southern Africa launches the second phase of USAID Governance program in Cabo Delgado

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– USAID’s Deputy Assistant Administrator for Southern Africa launches the second phase of USAID Governance program in Cabo Delgado December 8, 2022 – During the visit of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID)’s Deputy Assistant Administrator in charge of Southern Africa, Maria Price Detherage, the U.S. Embassy launched the second phase …

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United States and Mozambique Partner to Improve Maritime Security

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– United States and Mozambique Partner to Improve Maritime Security  December 7, 2022 –As part of ongoing security cooperation between the United States and Mozambique, the U.S. Government provided a 10-meter coastal patrol boat to the Mozambican Navy. In addition to the boat, Mozambican Navy officials will participate in training offered by the …

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Chargé d’Affaires Jeremey Neitzke Remarks at Mozambique World AIDS Day Central Ceremony

Your Excellency Dr. Tiago, Minister of Health Your Excellency Vicente Joaquim, Secretary of State Your Excellency Dr. Francisco Mbofana, Executive Secretary of the National AIDS Council (Conselho Nacional do Combate ao SIDA – CNCS) Ladies and Gentlemen, Good morning! On behalf of the United States Embassy in Mozambique, it is my distinct honor to be …

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U.S. Government Reiterates Commitment to Support Mozambique in the HIV/AIDS Response 

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Reiterates Commitment to Support Mozambique in the HIV/AIDS Response  November 30, 2022 – On December 1, 2022, Chargé d’Affaires of the United States Embassy in Mozambique Jeremey Neitzke will participate in the central ceremony to celebrate World AIDS Day to commend the impressive progress that Mozambique and the United States …

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New U.S. Government Programs Improve Access to Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Services in Northern Mozambique

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– New U.S. Government Programs Improve Access to Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Services in Northern Mozambique November 28, 2022 – The U.S. government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), launched a new four-year program to support market-based approaches to improve access to sanitation, as well as encourage improved hygiene practices in …

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U.S. Embassy and Eduardo Mondlane University Celebrate 30 Years of Cooperation

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Embassy and Eduardo Mondlane University Celebrate 30 Years of Cooperation November 14, 2022 – U.S. Ambassador Peter H. Vrooman and Eduardo Mondlane University (UEM) Rector Dr. Manuel Guilherme Junior inaugurated an American Shelf at the UEM Student Center to provide educational advising and information about learning English for university students and …

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U.S. Government Celebrates Partnership with Mozambique in the National Polio Response 

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Celebrates Partnership with Mozambique in the National Polio Response  October 26, 2022 – In celebration of World Polio Day on October 24, the U.S. Embassy renews its commitment to support Mozambique´s national efforts to eradicate polio and celebrates the progress achieved during the ongoing vaccination campaign to date.    The celebration …

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U.S. Government and Government of Mozambique Launch Adolescent Vaccine Campaign with Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccines

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government and Government of Mozambique Launch Adolescent Vaccine Campaign with Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccines  September 30, 2022 – Today in Maputo, U.S. Ambassador to Mozambique Peter H. Vrooman joined Government of Mozambique officials to officially launch the nation-wide Covid-19 vaccination program for adolescents ages 12-17. In continued support of Mozambique’s successful efforts …

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U.S. United States Congressional Delegation Visits Mozambique

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. United States Congressional Delegation Visits Mozambique  August 17, 2022 – From August 16-17, six members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives visited the Republic of Mozambique to deepen the U.S.-Mozambique relationship in the areas of peace and security, democracy, environmental conservation, business, and health. In Maputo, the delegation met …

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U.S. Government Launches Program to Increase Girls’ Access to Education in Nampula and Zambezia

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Launches Program to Increase Girls’ Access to Education in Nampula and Zambezia August 11, 2022 – The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), announces a new program to promote girls’ school attendance, improve classroom safety for girls, and increase girls’ advancement into secondary school. While …

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United States and Mozambique Approve $404 million to Support HIV/AIDS Response in 2023

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————————————— United States and Mozambique Approve $404 million to Support HIV/AIDS Response in 2023 May 23, 2022 – The United States and Mozambique governments, civil society, and other partners in the national HIV/AIDS response received approval for the U.S. Government’s President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) Country Operational Plan (COP) for October …

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U.S. Government Launches USAID Resilient Recovery Program in Sofala Province

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Launches USAID Resilient Recovery Program in Sofala Province May 17, 2022 – The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), launched a new program in Sofala province to support rebuilding efforts in communities affected by cyclones and other natural disasters. Working closely with local governments, businesses, …

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U.S. Government Celebrates Partnership with Mozambique to Prevent, Treat and Eliminate Malaria

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Celebrates Partnership with Mozambique to Prevent, Treat and Eliminate Malaria April 25, 2022 – In recognition of World Malaria Day, the U.S. Government celebrates the advances Mozambique has made in preventing and treating malaria and recommits to continue supporting Mozambique’s efforts at eliminating the deadly disease.  Since 2007, the U.S. …

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U.S. and Mozambique Governments Partner to Preserve Forests, Protect Wildlife, and Support Communities

PRESS RELEASE ——————————————————————————————– U.S. and Mozambique Governments Partner to Preserve Forests, Protect Wildlife, and Support Communities April 21, 2022 – On Earth Day 2022, the U.S. Government reaffirms its support for conservation law enforcement and sustainable forest management in the Niassa Special Reserve (NSR), Mozambique’s largest protected area.  Working in partnership with the National Administration …

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U.S. Government Launches Programs to Support Small Farmers in Gaza

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Launches Programs to Support Small Farmers in Gaza April 20, 2022 – The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), launched two programs to improve Mozambican farmers’ ability to respond to and recover from climate shocks and stresses. The two-year programs, in coordination with local and …

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The United States and Mozambique Partner to Complete First Round of Polio Vaccination Campaign

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– The United States and Mozambique Partner to Complete First Round of Polio Vaccination Campaign April 18, 2022 – The U.S. Government, through the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S. CDC) and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), supports Mozambique to implement a polio vaccination campaign in response to cases …

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U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Dressel’s Remarks on the USAID DOAG Signing Ceremony

U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Dressel’s Remarks on the on the USAID DOAG Signing Ceremony Thursday, 31 March 2022 Your Excellency Verónica Macamo, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Cooperation; Dr. Santos Álvaro, Director of the Department for Europe and the Americas; Distinguished National Directors of the Ministries of Economy and Finance, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Education …

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U.S. Government and Government of Mozambique Sign $1.5 Billion Development Cooperation Agreement

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government and Government of Mozambique Sign $1.5 Billion Development Cooperation Agreement March 31, 2022 – The U.S. Government’s lead development agency, United States Agency for International Development (USAID), officially renewed its partnership with the Government of the Republic of Mozambique (GRM) during a signing ceremony of the Development Objective Grant Agreement.  The …

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U.S. Government Supports Newly Launched Temane Energy Projects

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Supports Newly Launched Temane Energy Projects March 28, 2022 – On March 28, 2022, in Vilanculos, Inhambane, the U.S. Government participated in the groundbreaking of the Central Termica de Temane (CTT) power plant and the Temane Transmission Project (TTP).  These two energy projects will help to strengthen Mozambique’s energy security, …

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U.S. Government Celebrates Partnership with Mozambique to Control TB

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Celebrates Partnership with Mozambique to Control TB March 24, 2022 – On World Tuberculosis Day, the U.S. Embassy in Mozambique reaffirms its more than two decades of commitment to helping Mozambique eliminate tuberculosis (TB) as a public health problem. TB is the fifth leading cause of death and the leading cause of death for …

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U.S. Government Supports Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Services in Mozambique

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Supports Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Services in Mozambique March 22, 2022 – The U.S. Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), launched a new five-year program to support water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) services in Mozambique. In partnership with the Government of Mozambique, the private sector, and civil …

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U.S. Government Invests in Infrastructure in Cabo Delgado with Bridge and Road Reconstruction Project

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Invests in Infrastructure in Cabo Delgado with Bridge and Road Reconstruction Project March 15, 2022 – The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), announced new support for bridge construction and road repair in Cabo Delgado. The repairs and construction will allow safer travel between the …

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U.S. Ambassador to Mozambique Peter Hendrick Vrooman Presents Credentials to Mozambican President Filipe Jacinto Nyusi 

PRESS RELEASE  ————————————————————————–  U.S. Ambassador to Mozambique Peter Hendrick Vrooman Presents Credentials to Mozambican President Filipe Jacinto Nyusi   March 3, 2022 – Ambassador Peter Hendrick Vrooman presented his credentials to President Filipe Jacinto Nyusi today at the Presidency of the Republic of Mozambique.    During the ceremony, Ambassador Vrooman stated that he was honored to be …

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U.S. Government Launches Investigative Journalism Training Program

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Launches Investigative Journalism Training Program February 17, 2022 – The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), announces a new program that will develop and deliver investigative journalism training at least 50 journalists throughout Mozambique, support media outlets and journalist teams to produce investigative pieces on …

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U.S. Government Donates 840,000 Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccines

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Donates 840,000 Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccines February 14, 2022 – The United States Government donated an additional 840,000 doses of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine to Mozambique, as part of a commitment to support equitable access to vaccines worldwide. These single-dose vaccines will allow the Ministry of Health to protect …

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U.S Foreign Commercial Service Mozambique

The U.S Foreign Commercial Service (FCS), officially opened its offices in Mozambique in June 2015. FCS is a unit of the U.S Department of Commerce International Trade Administration with a primary goal to promote trade and investment and ensure fair trade and compliance. The agency officially advocates on behalf of U.S. investors, addresses trade barriers, …

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U.S. Government Boosts Youth Employability Skills and Builds Ties Between Universities and Private Sector

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————————– U.S. Government Boosts Youth Employability Skills and Builds Ties Between Universities and Private Sector December 13, 2021 – The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), launched a higher education career development program in Maputo and Manica Provinces.   University students around the world face challenges in securing employment …

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The United States Donates Additional 2 Million Johnson & Johnson Vaccines to Mozambique

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– The United States Donates Additional 2 Million Johnson & Johnson Vaccines to Mozambique December 6, 2021 – The U.S. Embassy in Mozambique announces the arrival of 2,016,000 doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine that the United States is sharing with the Republic of Mozambique through COVAX. This is the United States’ …

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American Cultural Center in Maputo Closes After Decades of Community Engagement 

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– American Cultural Center in Maputo Closes After Decades of Community Engagement  November 24, 2021 – The American Cultural Center in Maputo officially closed today after nearly 28 years of meaningful outreach rooted in U.S. values to Mozambicans of all backgrounds.  The Center, frequently referred to as the ACC, was for many Mozambicans …

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The United States Donates Additional 840,000 Johnson & Johnson Vaccines to Mozambique

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– The United States Donates Additional 840,000 Johnson & Johnson Vaccines to Mozambique November 22, 2021 – The U.S. Embassy in Maputo, Mozambique is pleased to announce the arrival of 840,000 doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine that the United States is sharing with the Republic of Mozambique through COVAX. This donation …

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Exhibition showcases Zambezia’s health infrastructure supported by the U.S. Government

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– Exhibition showcases Zambezia’s health infrastructure supported by the U.S. Government November 29, 2021 – The U.S. Embassy in Mozambique and the Secretary of State of Zambezia Province, Judith Mussácula, inaugurated on November 24th, in Quelimane city, a photo exhibit that portrays health infrastructures built under the HIV Response Acceleration Plan of Zambezia. …

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U.S. Government Funds New Health Center to Advance Response to HIV/AIDS in Maputo Province

PRESS RELEASE ———————————————————————————————————————————— U.S. Government Funds New Health Center to Advance Response to HIV/AIDS in Maputo Province November 12, 2021 – The United States Deputy Chief of Mission, Abigail Dressel, joined today the Maputo Province Governor, Júlio José Parruque, and other dignitaries to inaugurate the Matola Santos Health Center. The infrastructure will provide essential HV/AIDS …

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U.S. Government Boosts Support to Communities Around Gorongosa National Park for Cyclone Recovery and Resiliency Initiatives

PRESS RELEASE ———————————————————————————————————————————— U.S. Government Boosts Support to Communities Around Gorongosa National Park for Cyclone Recovery and Resiliency Initiatives November 9, 2021 – The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), boosted support to its USAID Resilient Gorongosa program that will help communities in and around Gorongosa National Park recover from and build resilience …

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U.S. Millennium Challenge Corporation Develops Compact II in Zambezia

PRESS RELEASE ———————————————————————————————————————————— U.S. Millennium Challenge Corporation Develops Compact II in Zambézia November 4, 2021 – U.S. Ambassador Dennis W. Hearne and a U.S. Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) delegation visited Quelimane, Zambézia Province to launch discussions with local officials, business leaders, and civil society organizations about Mozambique’s second MCC Compact.  Under the leadership of MCC …

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U.S. Government Partners with Absa Bank Mozambique to Increase Financing Opportunities for Farmers and Agricultural Businesses

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Partners with Absa Bank Mozambique to Increase Financing Opportunities for Farmers and Agricultural Businesses October 27, 2021 – On October 20, the U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), signed a 10-year agreement with Absa Bank Mozambique to increase financing for small- and medium-sized agribusinesses. The …

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Ambassador’s Remarks at the Pink October Ceremony

Your Excellency, Dr. Isaura Ferrão Nyusi, First Lady of the Republic of Mozambique, Your Excellency, Dr. Armindo Tiago, Minister of Health of Mozambique, Secretary of State, Dr. Vicente Joaquim, World Health Organization Interim Director for Mozambique, Dr. Tomas Valdez, Distinguished guests, Ladies and gentlemen, It is a true honor to speak at today’s commemoration of …

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U.S. Government Supports Socioeconomic Development and Youth Leadership Initiatives in Cabo Delgado

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– U.S. Government Supports Socioeconomic Development and Youth Leadership Initiatives in Cabo Delgado  October 19, 2021 – The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), launched three programs to support socioeconomic development and youth leadership in Cabo Delgado province. Cabo Delgado has been hit by dual crises of violent …

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USS Hershel “Woody” Williams Navy Ship Visits Maputo, Mozambique

PRESS RELEASE ————————————————————————– USS Hershel “Woody” Williams Navy Ship Visits Maputo, Mozambique   October 15, 2021 (Maputo) – The Expeditionary Sea Base USS Hershel “Woody” Williams (ESB 4) arrived in Maputo, Mozambique for a scheduled port visit, October 15, 2021.  This marks the first port visit by a U.S. Navy ship since 2011 and shows …

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The Department of State Celebrates the Dedication of the New U.S. Embassy in Maputo

The Department of State Celebrates the Dedication of the New U.S. Embassy in Maputo MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 In a display of the enduring friendship and strategic partnership with Mozambique, U.S. Ambassador Dennis Walter Hearne, Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) Managing Director Tracy Thomas, Mozambican Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy Ernesto Max …

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United States Officially Inaugurates New Embassy Building in Mozambique

PRESS RELEASE United States Officially Inaugurates New Embassy Building in Mozambique   September 30, 2021 – On Thursday, September 30, 2021, U.S. Ambassador Dennis Walter Hearne, Mozambican Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy Ernesto Max Tonela, State Department Managing Director for Construction, Facility & Security Management in the Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations Tracy Thomas, Maputo City Secretary …

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U.S. Government Donates 336,000 Single-dose Johnson & Johnson Vaccines to Mozambique

U.S. Embassy Avenida Marginal, 5467 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo, Mozambique   PRESS RELEASE U.S. Government Donates 336,000 Single-dose Johnson & Johnson Vaccines to Mozambique  September 24, 2021– Today, at the Mavalane International Airport in Maputo, the United States government donated 336,000 doses of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine to the Mozambican Ministry of Health. …

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United States Government support for COVID-19 response in Mozambique

United States Government support for COVID-19 response in Mozambique As of April 14, 2022 Overview: The U.S. Government has delivered early and ongoing support to strengthen Mozambique’s resilience to the COVID-19 pandemic through building on the longstanding partnership between both countries. As of November 2021, the U.S. Government has invested $94 million to prevent, test, …

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U.S. Government Supports Local Research to Improve Malaria Treatment and Maternal and Child Health

U.S. Embassy Avenida Marginal, 5467 P.O. Box, 783 Maputo, Mozambique   PRESS RELEASE  U.S. Government Supports Local Research to Improve Malaria Treatment and Maternal and Child Health  September 21, 2021 – The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), recently provided an $800,000 grant to the Centro de Investigação em Saúde …

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U.S. Department of Defense Conducts Combat and Lifesaving Training with Mozambican Defense Forces

U.S. Embassy Avenida Marginal, 5467 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo, Mozambique   PRESS RELEASE  U.S. Department of Defense Conducts Combat and Lifesaving Training with Mozambican Defense Forces  September 10, 2021 – On September 10, the U.S. Government and the Government of Mozambique concluded the second Joint Combined Exchange Training (JCET) of the year.  U.S. Special Operations …

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Applications for the Mandela Washington Fellowship 2022 Now Open

U.S. Embassy Avenida Marginal, 5467 Maputo, Mozambique     PRESS RELEASE Applications for the Mandela Washington Fellowship 2022 Now Open September 02, 2021 – The U.S. Embassy in Mozambique is pleased to announce that applications are open until September 15 for the Mandela Washington Fellowship 2022 (MWF) exchange program. The MWF is part of the …

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U.S. Embassy in Mozambique Moves to New Building

U.S. Embassy Avenida Marginal, 5467 Maputo, Mozambique     PRESS RELEASE U.S. Embassy in Mozambique Moves to New Building August 31, 2021 – On August 31, 2021, the U.S. Embassy in Mozambique began operations in its new location at Avenida Marginal, 5467 in Maputo.  Routine Consular operations remain suspended and will resume at the new …

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U.S. Government Commemorates World Ranger Day and Recognizes the Bravery and Dedication of Mozambican Scouts and Rangers  

U.S. Embassy  Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193  Caixa Postal, 783  Maputo  MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE  U.S. Government Commemorates World Ranger Day and Recognizes the Bravery and Dedication of Mozambican Scouts and Rangers   July 29, 2021 – On World Ranger Day on July 31, the U.S. Embassy congratulates the Government of Mozambique and its scouts on achieving over three years without a single elephant being poached for its ivory …

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U.S. Government Inaugurates Medical Supply Warehouse in Zambezia

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE U.S. Government Inaugurates Medical Supply Warehouse in Zambezia July 27, 2021 – The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), inaugurated the Mocuba City Intermediate Warehouse in Zambezia Province on July 23.  This $2.5 million investment, in partnership …

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Ambassador Hearne’s Speech for U.S. Government Vaccine Donation to Mozambique

Ambassador Hearne’s Speech for U.S. Government Vaccine Donation to Mozambique July 26, 2021 | Maputo International Airport Your Excellency, Dr. Armindo Tiago, Minister of Health; Dear friends throughout Mozambique, It is a privilege to join you here today in the spirit of partnership and goodwill as, together, we face a pandemic that has changed the …

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U.S. Government Donates Tuk Tuk Ambulance to Mussoma Village in Niassa Province

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE U.S. Government Donates Tuk Tuk Ambulance to Mussoma Village in Niassa Province July 15, 2021 – During a visit to Niassa, the U.S. Department of Defense donated a Tuk Tuk ambulance and medical equipment and supplies to the village of Mussoma, located …

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U.S. Government Launches $23.4 Million Program to Improve Medical Transportation System in Mozambique

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE U.S. Government Launches $23.4 Million Program to Improve Medical Transportation System in Mozambique July 1, 2021 – On June 28, 2021, the U.S. Embassy in Mozambique launched a three-year, $23.4 million project to improve Mozambique’s ability to deliver essential medicines and medical …

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Ambassador Hearne’s Independence Day Remarks, 2021

Your excellencies, ladies and gentlemen, friends. Thank you for joining me to celebrate the United States of America’s Independence Day.  Every year on this day – the fourth of July – families in the United States and around the world gather to celebrate the Declaration of Independence and the United States of America’s birthday. Despite …

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U.S. Government Invests $19.35 Million to Strengthen Local Governance in Mozambique

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE U.S. Government Invests $19.35 Million to Strengthen Local Governance in Mozambique  June 23, 2021 – In celebration of the United Nations Day of Public Service, the U.S. Embassy announces a $19.35 million, five-year program to strengthen local governance in Mozambique.  The program, …

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Ambassador Hearne’s Remarks at Temane Power Plant Project Launch

Your excellency President Nyusi, Minister Tonela, distinguished guests, colleagues, I am honored to be here today to celebrate the conclusion of the Temane Power Plant gas supply and electricity delivery contracts.  In coordination with our partners gathered here today, the United States is proud to support this new power plant. The U.S. government is supporting …

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Scam alert to suppliers and service providers of U.S. Embassy Maputo

The U. S. Embassy Maputo has been continuously receiving information from vendors that are being contacted by fraudulent individuals who claim to be representatives of the U.S Government. The current scam requests quotes for solar-powered water pumps. This message is intended to inform vendors how to identify scams and ensure that they are dealing with …

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World Water Day 2021

World Water Day is an opportunity to reflect on the vital role water plays in promoting human dignity and maintaining the health of the planet. Access to safe and reliable water and sanitation underpins the well-being and livelihoods of communities the world over.  This year the COVID-19 pandemic has made it even more clear that …

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U.S. Government Provides Military Training to Mozambican Marines

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE U.S. Government Provides Military Training to Mozambican Marines March 15, 2021 – On March 15, the U.S. Government and the Government of Mozambique launched a two-month Joint Combined Exchange Training (JCET) training program.  U.S. Special Operations Forces will train Mozambican marines for …

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U.S. Embassy Partners with Matola Provincial Hospital to Install Oxygen Systems to Treat COVID-19 Patients

U.S. Embassy  Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193  Caixa Postal, 783  Maputo   PRESS RELEASE  U.S. Embassy Partners with Matola Provincial Hospital to Install Oxygen Systems to Treat COVID-19 Patients  March 11, 2021 – The U.S. Government contributed seven million meticais to help install new oxygen systems at the Provincial Hospital of Matola.  Four newly renovated wards with 24 beds are now equipped to …

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State Department Terrorist Designations of ISIS Affiliates and Leaders in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Mozambique

State Department Terrorist Designations of ISIS Affiliates and Leaders in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Mozambique MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 10, 2021 The Department of State has designated the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria – Democratic Republic of the Congo (ISIS-DRC) and the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria – Mozambique (ISIS-Mozambique) as …

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U.S Government provides $5.8 million to improve reading skills of 450,000 Mozambican primary school students

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE U.S Government provides $5.8 million to improve reading skills of 450,000 Mozambican primary school students February 24, 2021 – In celebration of International Mother Tongue Day, the U.S. Embassy in Mozambique announces two new bilingual education projects. In close collaboration with the …

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The U.S. Government Commits $4 Billion for the COVAX Facility and the Global COVID-19 Response

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo   PRESS RELEASE The U.S. Government Commits $4 Billion for the COVAX Facility and the Global COVID-19 Response February 23, 2021– On February 19, 2021, U.S. President Joseph Biden announced $4 billion in U.S. Government funding to the COVID-19 Vaccines Access Facility (COVAX), which supports …

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Notice of Grant Opportunity – United States Department of Defense (DoD) HIV/AIDS Prevention Program (DHAPP)

The United States Embassy in Mozambique announces a 4-year grant opportunity to partner with the United States Department of Defense (DoD) HIV/AIDS Prevention Program (DHAPP) and the Forças Armadas de Defesa de Moçambique (FADM) in their efforts to achieve sustainable HIV epidemic control within Mozambique through their established 15-year program funded at over $29,000,000. Proposal …

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Agriculture and Rural Transport Selected as Investment Areas for Next MCC Compact

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE Agriculture and Rural Transport Selected as Investment Areas for Next MCC Compact December 22 –The Government of Mozambique formally endorsed the selection of agriculture and rural transport as the key sectors for the next “compact” of development projects financed by the U.S. Government’s …

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DCM Dressel Remarks at the Cervical Cancer Equipment Delivery Ceremony

December 9, 2020 Your Excellency Dr. Isaura Ferrão Nyusi, First Lady of the Republic of Mozambique, Your Excellency Dr. Armindo Tiago, Minister of Health of Mozambique, Dear guests, Ladies and gentlemen, On behalf of the Government of the United States of America and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC, I would like to greet all …

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U.S. and Mozambican officials join to welcome Matola Santos Hospital

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE  U.S. and Mozambican officials join to welcome Matola Santos Hospital August 25, 2020 – Today, representatives from the United States Embassy participated in a groundbreaking ceremony for the Matola Santos Hospital, a U.S. Government-funded construction project that will greatly expand patient access …

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U.S. Government Delivers 50 Ventilators to help Mozambique Battle COVID-19

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE U.S. Government Delivers 50 Ventilators to help Mozambique Battle COVID-19  August 10, 2020 – Maputo – The United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), has donated 50 high-quality ventilators to Mozambique to assist with its fight against COVID-19.  This donation …

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U.S. Embassy Statement on Anniversary of the Peace and Reconciliation Accord

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE U.S. Embassy Statement on Anniversary of the Peace and Reconciliation Accord August 6, 2020 – The United States Embassy in Maputo congratulates the Government of the Republic of Mozambique and Renamo on the anniversary of the signing of the 2019 peace and …

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U.S.-Mozambique health partnership strengthens COVID-19 response

As published in the May 13, 2020 edition of O País. By Dennis W. Hearne, U.S. Ambassador to Mozambique As countries around the world struggle with the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States Government is gratified to see the early and ongoing response by the Government of the Republic of Mozambique. A robust public health approach …

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U.S. Government signs $10 million agreement with Total to improve adolescent health and women’s empowerment in Cabo Delgado

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE U.S. Government signs $10 million agreement with Total to improve adolescent health and women’s empowerment in Cabo Delgado February 12, 2020 – Pemba – The U.S. Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), signed today a memorandum of understanding with …

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Millennium Challenge Corporation Selects Mozambique to Develop a Second Compact

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE Millennium Challenge Corporation Selects Mozambique to Develop a Second Compact December 10, 2019 – On December 9, the Board of Directors of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) selected Mozambique for development of a second compact.  U.S. Ambassador Dennis W. Hearne and MCC …

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Peace Corps swears-in 53 new Education Volunteers in Mozambique

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE Peace Corps swears-in 53 new Education Volunteers in Mozambique November 20, 2019 – The U.S. Peace Corps swore in today 53 new Education Volunteers in a ceremony held at the BCI Bank in Maputo.  In attendance were U.S. Ambassador to Mozambique Dennis …

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U.S. Embassy Statement on the Assassination of Anastácio Matavele

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE October 8, 2019 – Maputo – The United States Embassy in Mozambique joins other members of the international community in strongly condemning the October 7 assassination in Xai Xai of Anastácio Matavele, the Executive Director of FONGA – GAZA NGO Forum.  We …

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U.S. Government Provides $20.5 Million to World Food Programme to Help Mozambicans Affected by Recent Cyclones, Floods, and Drought

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE October 3, 2019 – On September 19, the U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development Office of Food for Peace, provided $20.5 million to the World Food Programme (WFP) to address food insecurity in areas affected by Cyclone Idai …

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USAID Administrator Mark Green’s Remarks on Prosper Africa at the Corporate Council On Africa Conference

United States Agency for International Development Office of Press Relations For Immediate Release June 19, 2019 REMARKS USAID Administrator Mark Green’s Remarks on Prosper Africa at the Corporate Council On Africa Conference Joaquim Chissano International Conference Center Maputo, Mozambique ADMINISTRATOR GREEN: Thank you for that kind introduction, and thank you for your great leadership.  And …

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U.S. Government commits $110 Million in Development Assistance to Mozambique

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE U.S. Government Increases Development Assistance to Mozambique by $110 Million Friday, May 17, 2019 – Maputo – The U.S. and Mozambican governments signed today three development agreements totaling almost $110 million.  Mission Director for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Jennifer …

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Strengthening Community and Health Facility Based HIV/AIDS Services in Zambezia – USG Celebrates Successes and Achievements

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE Strengthening Community and Health Facility Based HIV/AIDS Services in Zambezia – USG Celebrates Successes and Achievements May 2, 2019 – Quelimane – The governments of Mozambique and the United States held a ceremony this week celebrating ten years of partnership leading to …

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U.S. Embassy Statement on Cyclone Kenneth

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE U.S. Embassy Statement on Cyclone Kenneth May 2, 2019 – Maputo – The U.S. Embassy in Mozambique expresses its deepest condolences to the families of those who have lost their lives over the past week due to the destruction and flooding caused …

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Strengthening Health Institutions – U.S. Government Signs Financing Agreement with Tete Provincial Health Directorate

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE Strengthening Health Institutions – U.S. Government Signs Financing Agreement with Tete Provincial Health Directorate April 18, 2019 – Tete – The United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), signed yesterday a $650,000 direct financing agreement with the Tete …

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U.S. Ambassador to Mozambique Dennis Walter Hearne Presents Credentials to Mozambican President Filipe Jacinto Nyusi

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE U.S. Ambassador to Mozambique Dennis Walter Hearne Presents Credentials to Mozambican President Filipe Jacinto Nyusi April 3, 2019 – Maputo – U.S. Ambassador Dennis Walter Hearne presented his credentials to President Filipe Jacinto Nyusi today at the Presidency. During the ceremony, Ambassador …

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U.S. Government Delivers Substantial Relief Supplies and Personnel to Support the Response to Cyclone Idai

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE U.S. Government Delivers Substantial Relief Supplies and Personnel to Support the Response to Cyclone Idai April 1, 2019 – Beira – In coordination with the Government of the Republic of Mozambique and international partners, the United States Government has to date delivered …

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Maternal and Child Mortality in Decline Since 1990 – United States – Mozambique Partnership is Saving Lives –

Embaixada dos E.U.A. Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE Maternal and Child Mortality in Decline Since 1990 – United States – Mozambique Partnership is Saving Lives – March 1, 2019 – MAPUTO – The Governments of Mozambique and the United States yesterday marked the anniversary of a decade of partnership …

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Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES2019), June 4-5, 2019

The United States and the Netherlands will co-host the ninth Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES), June 4-5, 2019, in The Hague, Netherlands. GES is the preeminent annual gathering that convenes entrepreneurs, investors, and their supporters globally.  During the two-day program, established entrepreneurs can seek funding from investors and scale their business globally. Secretary Pompeo will lead the U.S. …

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Chargé d’Affaires Hunt’s Remarks for Cutlass Express 2019 Senior Leaders Seminar

Rear Admiral Muatuca, Commander of the Navy Rear Admiral Lacore, Vice Commander US Sixth Fleet, Honorable senior members of the Mozambican Ministry of Defense, Distinguished participants in the Senior Leaders Seminar, Ladies and gentlemen, Good morning. Please accept my congratulations as we gather here today for the official conclusion of Exercise Cutlass Express 2019.  In …

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Official Launch of the Attorney General’s Office’s Legal Handbook: Manual for Investigation and Criminal Procedure on Wildlife Crimes

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE Official Launch of the Attorney General’s Office’s Legal Handbook: Manual for Investigation and Criminal Procedure on Wildlife Crimes October 17, 2018 – The Attorney General and the United States Ambassador today launched the new Manual for Investigation and Criminal Procedure on Wildlife Crimes …

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The Inauguration of the Northern Regional Pharmaceutical Warehouse: American People Congratulate Mozambican People

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE The Inauguration of the Northern Regional Pharmaceutical Warehouse: American People Congratulate Mozambican People September 17, 2018 – NAMPULA CITY – President Filipe Nyusi and U.S. Ambassador to Mozambique H. Dean Pittman inaugurated yesterday the newly constructed Northern Regional Pharmaceutical Warehouse.  The Northern …

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U.S. Ambassador and President of Mozambique Inaugurate New Archaeological Research Center

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE U.S. Ambassador and President of Mozambique Inaugurate New Archaeological Research Center September 18, 2018 – ILHA DE MOÇAMBIQUE – Ambassador Dean Pittman yesterday joined his excellency President Filipe Nyusi, the Rector of Eduardo Mondalane University Dr. Orlando Quilambo, and the people of …

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Mozambique National Day

Press Statement Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC June 25, 2018   On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I offer congratulations on the 43rd anniversary of Mozambique’s independence. As Mozambique endeavors to realize a long-desired peace agreement and promote economic growth and good governance, the United States stands ready …

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In the Fight against Malnutrition: United States celebrates its Collaboration and Achievements with Mozambique

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE In the Fight against Malnutrition: Government of the United States celebrates its Collaboration and Achievements with  Government of Mozambique June 20, 2018 – The Government of the United States through its Agency for International Development (USAID) is celebrating its collaboration and achievements …

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Ambassador Pittman remarks for Earth Networks PPP Agreement Signing with INAM

Ceremony and Remarks for Earth Networks PPP Agreement Signing with National Meteorology Institute (INAM) Monday, April 16, 2018; 16:00-18:00 pm Polana Serena Hotel Delagoa Lounge Your Excellency, Ms. Manuela Ribeiro, Vice-Minister of Transportation and Communication Aderito Aramuge, Instituto Nacional de Meteorologia de Moçambique (INAM) Mr. Ari Davidov, Director for international Development at Earth Networks Honorable …

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$ 500 million to Combat HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria

The Global Fund and the Mozambican Government have signed a new financing agreement to combat HIV / AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria by the year 2020. During the launch ceremony, held on February 8, 2018, in Maputo, Dean Pittman, the United States Ambassador to in Mozambique stressed: “These funds are an important complement to the bilateral …

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Ambassador Pittman meets young journalist Aunicio da Silva

8 December 2017 – Ambassador Pittman held a meeting , in his office, with a young journalist Aunicio da Silva, our newly returned 2017 Mandela Washington Alumnus for Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI). Aunicio is a journalist and media entrepreneur and founder and editor of the Ikweli newspaper based in the city of Nampula, Mozambique.

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Swearing-In Ceremony for 54 Peace Corps Volunteers in Mozambique

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE Swearing-In Ceremony for 54 Peace Corps Volunteers in Mozambique November 30, 2017 – The U.S. Peace Corps announces the swearing-in ceremony of a diverse group of 54 Volunteers that will serve for two years in the Education sector throughout Mozambique. The ceremony …

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Ambassador Pittman’s Participation in the Conference on Doing Business in Mozambique

Boa Tarde Your Excellence President Nyusi, Your Excellence Minister Tonela, Dear colleagues, Ladies and Gentlemen, It is a pleasure to be here today, and an honor to speak about such an important topic.  I applaud the leadership of Minister Tonela to host such a conference, and of President Nyusi to signal his commitment to improving …

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U.S. and Mozambican governments accelerate response to HIV in Zambezia province

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE U.S. and Mozambican governments accelerate response to HIV in Zambezia province September, 13, 2017 – Mozambique and the United States of America today officially launched the “Zambezia HIV Response Acceleration Plan,” which will include an investment of US$ 15 million to strengthen the province’s …

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US renews partnership with Mozambique against HIV epidemic

  Ministry of Health Avenida Eduardo Mondlane, 1008 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE US renews partnership with Mozambique against HIV epidemic September 12, 2017 – The governments of the United States of America and Mozambique today renewed their partnership in the fight against AIDS by …

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The U.S. Ambassador Dean Pittman welcomes Dr. Jennifer Adams as Mission Director to USAID Mozambique

Embassy of the United States of America Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 PO Box 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE The U.S. Ambassador Dean Pittman welcomes Dr. Jennifer Adams as Mission Director to USAID Mozambique August 14, 2017 – Dr. Jennifer Adams was sworn-in Thursday, August 10, 2017 as the U.S. Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Mission …

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U.S. Embassy, Mozambican SENAMI, and IOM launch workshop on enhanced border security

U.S. Embassy Avenida Kenneth Kaunda, 193 Caixa Postal, 783 Maputo MOZAMBIQUE PRESS RELEASE U.S. Embassy, Mozambican National Immigration Service, and International Organization for Migration launch workshop on enhanced border security August 10, 2017 — U.S. Embassy Maputo yesterday joined the Deputy Director General of the Mozambican National Immigration Service (SENAMI) and the International Organization for …

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U.S., Mozambique and IOM Partner to Strengthen Border Management in Southern Mozambique

PRESS RELEASE The United States of America, Mozambican National Immigration Service, and International Organization for Migration Partner to Strengthen Border Management in Southern Mozambique July 7, 2017 – The U.S. Embassy joined the Director of the Mozambican National Immigration Service (SENAMI) and the head of the Maputo office of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) …

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USAID Counselor Thomas Staal’s Meeting With President Filipe Jacinto Nyusi Of Mozambique

For Immediate Release Tuesday, June 13, 2017 U.S. Agency for International Development Counselor Thomas Staal met with President Filipe Jacinto Nyusi of Mozambique today to discuss a range of issues, including progress in public health, agriculture, education, combating wildlife trafficking, and improving the business environment in Mozambique. They also discussed the ongoing implementation of the …

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Ambassador Pittman visits U.S.-funded projects in Sofala

The United States Ambassador, Dean Pittman visited, from 16th to 18th of May 2017 in Sofala Province, different sites that are receiving support from the U.S. Government through its Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as well as …

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U.S. Government delivers Medical-Military Clinical Analysis Laboratory at Matacuane, Beira

The U.S. Embassy in Mozambique, through the Defense Attaché’s Office, carried out, on May 17, 2017, the delivery of the rehabilitated Clinical Analysis Laboratory at the Matacuane Military-Medical Post in the City of Beira. The rehabilitation work is valued at US $ 130,000 funded by the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). In …

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U.S. Supports Mozambique in Ending Malaria for Good

U.S. GOVERNMENT RELEASES MALARIA REPORT, SHOWCASING PROGRESS, OUTLINING CHALLENGES FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 25, 2017 (Maputo, Mozambique, April 25) –  The United States’ President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI), led by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and implemented together with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), today released its eleventh annual report documenting progress across its …

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Ambassador’s speech at Comité de Coordenação Sectorial (CCS) do Ministério da Saúde

Speech from CCS Meeting   Your Excellency Dra. Nazira Abdula, Minister of Health, Your Excellency Dr. Mouzinho Saide, Vice – Minister of Health, Honorable representatives of the Embassies and United Nations organizations supporting the health sector here today, Senhoras e Senhores, Good morning everyone, and thank you for joining us for this important event. A …

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Ambassador Pittman’s Meeting with CTA’s Board of Directors

  The U.S. Ambssador in Mozambique, Dean Pittman had on October 25, 2016 a courtesy meeting with the Board of Directors of the Confederação das Associações Económicas de Moçambique (CTA) and visited their office. The United States Ambassador to Mozambique Dean Pittman’s visit to CTA facilities was a courtesy visit within the framework of the …

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Ambassador Pittman visits Marketplace for Nutritious Foods grantee

During his first visit to Manica province in August, Ambassador Dean Pittman visited one of the Marketplace for Nutritious Foods grantees, VEGMAN. The purpose of the visit was to reiterate USG support for small and medium enterprise growth, production of nutritious foods, and bio-fortification. The Marketplace project supported VEGMAN with technical assistance and a grant to …

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