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Combating wildlife trafficking, promoting conservation
The U.S. Mission is working together with local partners to raise awareness and promote conservation efforts. In addition, the U.S. government is providing policy and technical assistance...
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World AIDS Day 2012
"Twelve years after Madiba’s speech, the international partnership that he envisioned is a reality. Together, we have made extraordinary progress in turning the tide against HIV and AIDS" - Ambassador Gips
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Launch of ‘Doing Business in Africa’ Campaign
Acting Secretary of Commerce Rebecca Blank travels to South Africa and Kenya to advance key elements of the President’s “Strategy Toward Sub-Saharan Africa,” that will promote economic growth...
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Historic US trade mission visit
Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade Francisco Sánchez is leading a multisector trade mission to Zambia and South Africa
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Youngsters talk energy challenges with Linkin Park
The learners' presentation on energy challenges facing their generation so impressed the band that they have asked for it in written and video form...
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Western Cape organizations receive support for HIV/AIDS programs
Consul General Erica Barks-Ruggles presented fourteen Western Cape organizations with U.S. Ambassador HIV/AIDS Community Grant awards valued at over R2,000,000 in total.
Headlines
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Partnership to strengthen laboratories medicine training, knowledge in Africa
Roche Diagnostics and the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) announced a public-private partnership...
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Department of State Marks Wildlife Conservation Day
U.S. missions around the globe will mark Wildlife Conservation Day with programs including speaking engagements at local schools...
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Secretary Clinton's remarks in recognition of World AIDS Day
"I am so pleased to have this opportunity to unveil, formally, the blueprint for an AIDS-free generation."
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Statement by President Obama on the Observance of World AIDS Day
"Let us remember the lives we have lost to AIDS, celebrate the progress we have made, and, together, recommit to ourselves..."
News from the Mission
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Launching the Africa Regional Media Hub
Journalists from around the African continent have joined U.S. policymakers via the Hub to discuss a broad array of topics that include trade, investment, security, health, food security...
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Venus and Serena Williams’ trip to South Africa
Venus and Serena Williams travelled to South Africa in support of the “Breaking the Mould” campaign. The campaign works to highlight and honor women who have overcome adversity to achieve success.
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Preserving Inanda Seminary's historical resources
Ambassador Gips awarded a grant to Inanda Seminary to help preserve its valuable archives and historical resources, including the portions of joint history of KwaZulu-Natal and the United States.
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World Class Drummer teaches SA Students
his week, the U.S. Consulate General brought Leon Mobley, the internationally renowned drummer and performer, to Johannesburg to conduct master classes with learners and professionals. Also video »
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Watching the 2012 U.S. Election coverage at Consulate General Johannesburg
The event, hosted by Consul General Earl Miller and other members of the Consulate General community, was a celebration of the democratic process and a chance for contacts and media representatives to discuss politics and see the American electoral system in action.
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U.S. Dance Company make S.A. debut
“Creativity is everyone’s right and I love being able to help inspire young people to open up and find new ways to express themselves“, says their S.A. born dancer, Bafana Solomon Matea Video »
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Similar Experiences, Similar Goals
Our Exchange Alumni Indaba brought together SA participants of US-sponsored exchanges that included local authors, musicians, journalists and judges, academics, Parliamentarians, sports coaches ...
Job Opportunities
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Vacant posts in the Embassy and Consulates remain open for two weeks and those interested may submit their application using our online facility.
• Public Health Specialists
• Logistics and Support Coordinator
• Regional Financial Analyst
• PEPFAR Provincial Liaison (Bloemfontein)
• Social Media Practitioner/WebMaster
• Chauffeur/Driver
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Academic Programs
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Opportunities for Funded Academic Study, Research and Fellowships
Fulbright Foreign Student Program
Grants to pursue academic courses, for credit, at post-graduate level, or to engage in research or projectsDistinguished Fulbright Awards in Teaching Program
This program provides fellowships to highly accomplished South African teachers.Fulbright Senior U.S. Specialist Program
Opportunities for S.A. Institutions to host U.S. Academics.
Media Advisories
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- Roche and PEPFAR partner to strengthen laboratories medicine training and knowledge on the African continen (December 4, 2012)
- World AIDS Day 2012 (November 30, 2012)
- African Society for Laboratory Medicine to Hold its First International Conference in Cape Town (November 29, 2012)
- Acting Secretary of Commerce Rebecca Blank to launch Administration's 'Doing Business in Africa' Campaign on trip to South Africa, Kenya (November 22, 2012)
S.A. in the U.S. Media
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Headlines in the U.S. News
- Arthur Chaskalson: An Architect of Democratic South Africa By John Campbell, Council on Foreign Relations, December 05, 2012
- South Africa signs a $5.8B deal for new passenger trains from French company Alstom SA The Washington Post, December 05, 2012
- France's Alstom Secures $5.8 Billion South Africa Train Contract Fox Business, December 05, 2012
- South Africa broadcaster cancels discussion show on ANC cover By Peroshni Govender, Reuters U.S. Edition, December 05, 2012
- Basic Education in South Africa Gets Poor Grades By Anita Powell, VOA, December 05, 2012
- David Goldblatt: oblique apartheid look By Kenneth Baker, San Francisco Chronicle, December 06, 2012
- Rhinos in South Africa get new help against poachers -- the Seeker NBC News, December 05, 2012
- iTunes launches in 56 new territories By Andrew Barker, Variety, December 05, 2012