State of the Union Address
"In defense of freedom, we will remain the anchor of strong alliances from the Americas to Africa; from Europe to Asia." - President Barack Obama
Secretary Kerry Gets Warm Welcome at State Department
"I want to thank President Obama for his trust in me to take on this awesome task, and for his trust in you, every single one of you, and what you do every single day."
Preserving South Africa's Wetlands
Staff of the U.S. Consulate General in Durban, South Africa celebrated World Wetlands Day with a visit to the Durban Green Hub and participated in a guided “clean-up walk”
Secretary Clinton's Global "Townterview"
Consulate General Johannesburg hosted more than a dozen students and teachers from the African Leadership Academy to watch Secretary Clinton's Global "Townterview"
National Day of Service
Many staff and family members of the US Consulate General Johannesburg observed the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday by helping Nomonde’s HIV/AIDS Children’s Home in Lombardy East.
Headlines
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State Department Daily Press Briefing
State Department spokeswoman Victoria Nuland discusses a range of global topics during a press briefing …
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Ten years ago, George W. Bush’s uttered the words that saved millions...
“Tonight I propose the Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief [PEPFAR], a work of mercy beyond all current international efforts to help the people of Africa"
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Assistant Secretary Carson discusses the Democratic Republic of Congo
The Brookings Institute hosts a conversation with Ambassador Johnnie Carson, U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, on finding a lasting solution to instability in the DRC.
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Resignation of His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI
"The United States is grateful to His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI for his leadership of and ministry to the world’s 1.2 billion Catholics."
News from the Mission
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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... Video: »
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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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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.
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Unsung gender-activist heroes honoured
Marking the “16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence campaign” Masimanyane Women’s Support Centre, supported by the U.S. Embassy, hosted a gala award ceremony to honour unsung heroes...
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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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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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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...
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.
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Academic Programs
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Opportunities for Funded Academic Study, Research and Fellowships
Borlaug Fellowships
Training and collaborative research opportunities to scientists, researchers and policymakers in the field of AGRICULTURE
Fulbright Foreign Student Program
Grants to pursue academic courses, for credit, at post-graduate level, or to engage in research or projectsFulbright Senior U.S. Specialist Program
Opportunities for S.A. Institutions to host U.S. Academics.TechWomen Program
Professional Mentorship and Exchange Program in science, technology, engineering and math
OneBeat Music Fellowships
International exzchange focussing on musical collaboration and social engagement
S.A. in the U.S. Media
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Headlines in the U.S. News
- South Africa: Following Nelson Mandela By Hamilton Wende, CNN, February 11, 2013
- Doctors Struggling to Fight 'Totally Drug-Resistant' Tuberculosis in South Africa By Jason Koebler, U.S. News and World Report, February 11, 2013
- George W. Bush’s words that saved millions By Michael Gerson, The Washington Post (Opinion), February 12, 3:09 AM
- South Africa Reacts With Surprise as Pope Resigns By Anita Powell, VOA, February 11, 2013
- As Pope Resigns, Africa Hopes for Rise of Its Own The Washington Post, February 11, 2013
- India's Cipla puts $215 million South Africa bid on hold By Tiisetso Motsoeneng and Kaustubh Kulkarni, Reuters (U.S. Edition), February 11, 2013
- Kapsch Sees Third Quarterly Loss on South Africa Toll Delays By Boris Groendahl, Bloomberg News, February 11, 2013
- New panel to scrutinise ocean governance AFP, February 11, 2013.