Good evening, I am delighted to welcome all of you to the U.S. Embassy to commemorate the 246th anniversary of the United States of America. Tonight marks the first U.S. national day ceremony we have hosted since 2019. I am pleased that the global and local efforts to confront the pandemic have led to this …
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On behalf of the American people, U.S. Ambassador to Burkina Faso Sandra Clark congratulates President Roch Marc Christian Kaboré on his reelection and looks forward to a continued vibrant partnership with his new government for a prosperous and democratic future. “ The United States commends the people of Burkina Faso for the peaceful conduct of …
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Fact Sheet – U.S. Embassy Burkina Faso Ouagadougou – May 07, 2020 Ambassador Andrew Young led expanded U.S. bilateral engagement in Burkina Faso following the country’s tumultuous transition to a democratic rule in the wake of the popular uprising in 2014. The United States remains a trusted partner standing with the government and the Burkinabe …
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Ambassador highlights U.S. Engagement to G5-Sahel and ECOWAS We are engaged together against the challenges that affect us all. The United States engages with the G5-Sahel and ECOWAS through three primary thematic areas: 1) Governance: to support your democratic structures and accountability. 2) Security: to help your forces on the ground reflect your values, your …
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Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation 2019 – Large Grants Program Funding Opportunity (DEADLINES: Round 1: December 21, 2018; Round 2: February 15, 2019) Summary: The U.S. Embassy Ouagadougou is accepting project abstracts and full applications for the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2019 Large Grants Program. The deadline for submitting project abstracts is …
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Visit Ambassador Andrew R. Young Photo Album on Flickr !
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We condemn all acts of terror and extend our condolences to the victims of the March 2 attack in Ouagadougou. The perpetrators only seek to undermine stability in the region, and do not care about, or contribute to, the well-being of men, women, and children who are the innocent casualties of these barbarous attacks by …
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Ambassador Andrew Young hit the road visiting Diebougou, Bobo-Dioulasso and Banfora in the South-West regions of Burkina Faso from November 7 to 11, 2017. Joined by colleagues from the Consular, Political, Economic, and Public Affairs sections, the Ambassador looked to strengthen partnerships in the regions visited and support several Embassy projects. In Diebougou, two local …
Read More» Mr. le Président de L’Assemblée Nationale Mr. le Ministre d’État pour la Sécurité Mr. le Général de Brigade Chef des Forces Armées Honored Guests and family members Above all Dear Marines led by Detachment Commander Gunnery Sgt Brent Espinoza and his partner in support of all our Marines, LaToya Belle. What an honor to celebrate …
Read More» The United States condemns last night’s heinous attacks in Ouagadougou and shares our condolences with those who lost loved ones or suffered injuries. We stand by the peaceful and resolute people of Burkina Faso and the other countries of the G-5 Sahel in our common resolve against terrorism. We are inspired by the resilience of …
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On June 23-24, the Ambassador of the United States of America to Burkina Faso Andrew R. Young toured the South Center region. The American diplomat and his delegation visited the localities of Po, Kombissisiri and Pissi. In Po, the Ambassador first stopped at the High Commission of the province of Nahouri for a meeting with …
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On May 31, Ambassador Andrew R. Young and his delegation visited Ouagalab, a digital manufacturing laboratory created in 2011 by young enthusiasts in Burkina Faso. The aim of the laboratory is to promote innovative ideas that address problems in agriculture, health and education through the use of digital and local resources. The young people involved …
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As part of the commemoration of International Earth Day, the U.S. Embassy through its Public Affairs Section sponsored public Earth Day celebration concert featuring the USAFE (US Air Force in Europe) band “Touch’n Go” and local Burkinabe musician Nabalum as well as “Les Voix de Laafi” choir. The event was held on Tuesday, April 18th at …
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Ambassador Andrew Young and a delegation from the Mission traveled to Dori in the Sahel Region. During the visit the Ambassador spoke with participants of a Security Symposium organized by Union Fraternelle des Croyants encouraging collaboration between government, military and civil society. The participants worked together to draw a list of recommendations of activities that …
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Ambassador Andrew Young led a large Embassy delegation to Burkina Faso’s second city for a whirlwind tour also known as the “American Road Show” that supported the Mission’s foreign assistance programs. The four-day trip to Bobo-Dioulasso consisted of meetings with the region’s Secretary General and with local religious leaders, a visit to an infectious diseases …
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Thirty 4th and 5th grade students from the International School of Ouagadougou (ISO) visited the American library on October 17. Staff from the Public Affairs Section welcomed them and gave them an overview of the resources available and how to access them. The staff then divided the classes into small groups and facilitated a scavenger …
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On October 14, 2016, the U.S. Embassy organized at the Paul Zoungrana Center in Ouagadougou a debriefing session with the fifteen 2016 YALI alumni who returned recently from the Mandela Washington Fellowship in the United States. During the session, they shared their experiences, the valuable skills they gained, and their plans now that they have …
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Ambassador Mushingi led a U.S. Embassy delegation to Ouahigouya for an event-filled “American Road Show” on October 6. Accompanied for part of the day by the Minister of Higher Education, the Ambassador participated in a handover ceremony of a three-room school building and visited an agricultural intensification project, both of which are funded by USAID. …
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Washington, D.C. – Friends of Burkina Faso (FBF) is honored to present its second annual Award for Peace to the Honorable Tulinabo S. Mushingi, Ambassador of the United States to Burkina Faso. Nominated by several sources, Ambassador Mushingi has played an important part in maintaining peace in Burkina Faso throughout the tumultuous events of the …
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On September 22, 2016, the U. S. Embassy in Ouagadougou organized an information session at the American Corner in Koudougou about the Young African Leadership Initiative’s Mandela Washington Fellowship. The period to apply for the 2017 Fellowship program is September 21 – October 26, 2016. This program is an initiative of President Obama to offer …
Read More» Ambassador Mushingi visited the CEAS (Albert Schweitzer Ecological Center Association of Burkina Faso) honey treatment center in Koubri, a rural community near Ouagadougou on July 20th. He was met and greeted upon his arrival by the Mayor of Koubri, religious and traditional leaders, and the CEAS staff with the representatives and partners of the honey …
Read More» Ambassador Mushingi paid a visit to the students of CFIAM (Centre feminin d’initiation et d’apprentissage aux metiers) in Ouaga 2000 on Thursday, July 21st. The center is managed by Association tout pour tous – Yennenga. Its secretary general Bernard Zongo gave the Ambassador a tour of the workshops and classrooms, followed by a tree …
Read More» Distinguished guests in your respective ranks, functions- gender, age, confessions, hometowns, political leaning and aspirations- My fellow Americans, Ramadan Kareem, On this Fourth of July marking the 240th anniversary of my country’s birth, please allow me for a moment to reflect on what we, the American people, believe in and the values that we share …
Read More» Madame Marie Kafando, Spouse of the President of Burkina Faso, President of the Transition, Excellency the Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Cooperation , In Charge of Regional Cooperation, Head of the Governmental Delegation, Honorable Deputies of the National Transitional Council, Excellences Presidents of Institutions, Members of Government, Excellences Chief of Diplomatic and Consular …
Read More» It is a pleasure for me to be here today and see so many students! First, I would like to thank Mr. Isidore Kini for the invitation to today’s inauguration. The United States Embassy in Burkina Faso has a strong partnership with the University Aube Nouvelle who hosts the American Language Center. A year-and-a half …
Read More» Good Evening Ladies and Gentlemen My fellow Americans Mrs. Chantal Compaoré, Spouse of His Excellency the President of Faso; His Excellency the Prime Minister, Head of Government and of the Government Delegation; Excellencies Heads of Institutions; Honorable Members of the Cabinet; Excellencies Heads of Diplomatic and Consular Missions; Honorable Representatives of International and Inter-African Organizations; …
Read More» I am pleased to be here in Gaoua to attend the regional BETA launch and to help open the workshop. The Burkina English Teachers’ Association (BETA) was formed in October 2009 by a core group of English teachers and our very own Lynn Hanson Ouedraogo, who is right here. In 2012 BETA obtained official recognition …
Read More» M. le Secrétaire Exécutif, M. le Directeur Scientifique, dignitaries and members of the scientific community, thank you for honoring me with this invitation to speak to you today. This year, Americans celebrated the memory of one of our great presidents, President John F. Kennedy, as we mark the 50th anniversary of his death. We honor …
Read More» Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen, I am honored to provide the opening remarks this morning. Let me thank the government of Burkina Faso for hosting this workshop and its critical role in promoting peace and dialogue within the sub-region as well as its strong partnership with the U.S. and the international community to counter terrorism. …
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