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The United States Announces $245 Million in Humanitarian Assistance to Sudan and Neighboring Countries
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
Last week the United States announced $245 million in additional support to the people of Sudan and neighboring countries experiencing the impacts of the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
Agreement on a Short-Term Ceasefire and Humanitarian Arrangements
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
We, the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) (hereinafter the “Parties”),
Agreement on a Short-Term Ceasefire and Humanitarian Arrangements in Sudan
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States of America announce that on May 20, 2023, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, representatives of the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces signed an Agreement on a Short-Term Ceasefire and Humanitarian Arrangements.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Sudanese General Burhan
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO): DRL Descent-based Slavery
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects to eradicate descent-based slavery and enslavement-based discrimination in Mali.
Attack on U.S. Convoy in Nigeria
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
Unknown assailants yesterday attacked a convoy of two U.S. government vehicles in the Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra state, Nigeria.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Nigerian President-elect Tinubu
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:
Assistant Secretary Phee’s Visit to Addis Ababa
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Molly Phee conducted meetings in Addis Ababa from May 14-16 with the African Union, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), the United Nations (UN) and the Government of Ethiopia to consult on regional and international efforts to help end the conflict in Sudan.
Taking Steps to Impose Visa Restrictions on Individuals Involved in Undermining the Democratic Process During Nigeria’s 2023 Elections Cycle
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
The United States is committed to supporting and advancing democracy in Nigeria and around the world.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Lesotho
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
The constitution prohibits religious discrimination and provides for freedom of conscience, thought, and religion, including the freedom to change religion or belief and to manifest and propagate one’s religion.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Chad
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
At year’s end, Transitional President Mahamat Déby, who had previously presided over a 15-member transitional military council, led the country.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Tanzania
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
The constitutions of the union government and of the semiautonomous government in Zanzibar prohibit religious discrimination and provide for freedom of religious choice.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Ghana
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
The constitution prohibits religious discrimination, stipulates individuals are free to profess and practice their religion, and does not designate a state religion.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Equatorial Guinea
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
The constitution provides for freedom of religion and worship and prohibits political parties based on religious affiliation.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Sierra Leone
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
The constitution provides for the protection of fundamental human rights and individual freedoms, including freedom of thought and religion, subject to the interests of defense, public safety, order, morality, and health, and to the protection of other persons’ rights and freedoms.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: South Sudan
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
The transitional constitution provides for separation of religion and state, prohibits religious discrimination, and provides religious groups freedom to worship and assemble, organize themselves, teach, own property, receive financial contributions, communicate and issue publications on religious matters, and establish charitable institutions.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Mauritius
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
The constitution prohibits discrimination based on creed and provides for the right of individuals to change, manifest, and propagate their religious beliefs.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Liberia
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
The constitution provides for the separation of religion and state and stipulates all persons are entitled to freedom of thought, conscience, and religion, except as required by law to protect public safety, order, health, morals, or the rights of others. It also provides for equal protection under the law and prohibits religious tests for office and the establishment of a state religion.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Malawi
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
The constitution prohibits discrimination based on religion and provides for freedom of conscience, religion, belief, and thought.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Mauritania
By State Newswire Report | May 28, 2023
The constitution defines the country as an Islamic republic and designates Islam as the sole religion of the citizenry and state.