“You can’t understand American history without understanding Black American history,” says historian Matthew Delmont of Dartmouth University. Each February,  National African American History Month honors the struggles and triumphs of millions of American citizens over the most devastating obstacles — slavery, prejudice, poverty — as well as their contributions to the nation’s cultural and political life. How Black History Month came …

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. John Barrett, 724th Expeditionary Air Base Squadron commander, met with key leaders from the local population in Agadez, Niger. This meeting included the Regional Council President, Sultan, Mayor, Zone Two commander (COMZONE2) and National Police Chief. Maintaining relationships with key leaders in Agadez, especially through mutually beneficial partnerships, ensures that …

U.S. Embassy’s Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund Inspires Small Community Development Projects Throughout Niger Multiple U.S. agencies, including U.S. Embassy Niamey, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), and the U.S. Department of Defense provide Niger with hundreds of millions of dollars in development and security assistance each year to …

The world is running out of time to address the effects of the climate crisis, according to the  latest United Nations climate report . But it’s not all doom and gloom. Experts say there’s still time to make a difference. “We know the status quo is not good enough,” Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry said  April 14 . “We know we …

By ShareAmerica  – Apr 11, 2022 (State Dept./F. Carter. Photo: © AP Images) On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson emerged from the Brooklyn Dodgers’ dugout at Ebbets Field in New York and changed America forever. On that day, 75 years ago, Robinson became the first African American to play in the major leagues since the 1880s. …

By Charge d’Affaires a.i. Susan N’Garnim Ramadan Kareem!  As the new moon rises, the United States Embassy offers all of Niger its best wishes for the holy month of Ramadan. At its core, Ramadan is a time of deep introspection and spiritual growth as Muslims everywhere reflect on values we all cherish such as compassion, …

By Amirah Ismail  – Mar 25, 2022 OneBeat Sahara  connected 23 musicians from seven Saharan countries and the United States to fuse musical genres and compose new music. The residency and concert series ran from February 21 to March 13. The 23 musicians from Algeria, Libya, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Niger, Tunisia and the United States blended the sounds of …

By Suzanne K. Mast  – Mar 9, 2022 Countries across the world have illuminated monuments and buildings in blue and yellow, the colors of Ukraine’s flag, to  show their support  for Ukraine following the Russian military’s unprovoked, unjustified war against the country. Berlin, Germany   A protester in front of the Brandenburg Gate February 24 holds a sign that says “Stop …

On February 5, about 60 staff members from U.S. Embassy Niamey volunteered to clean up Karano Park in the Koira Kano neighborhood of Niamey.  Both Nigerien and American employees removed trash and debris from the park. Charge d’Affaires Susan N’Garnim explained to the press that this volunteer initiative is a representation of American volunteerism which …

By ShareAmerica  – Nov 22, 2021 The holiday of Thanksgiving may seem uniquely American, but it echoes fall festivals that have been held throughout the world for centuries. Like its cousins Sukkot, Chuseok,  Day of the Dead  and others, Thanksgiving centers around giving thanks for the harvest, enjoying bountiful food and spending time with family and friends. Harvest festivals started …

With support from Prosper Africa, Global Mamas, based in Ghana, projects its sales of African women’s handmade products to soon surpass pre-pandemic levels. (Courtesy of Global Mamas) Global Mamas’ sales of handmade crafts plummeted during the COVID-19 pandemic. The loss of revenue cost the Ghana-based company employees and harmed the craftswomen the company works with …

By Lauren Monsen  – Nov 12, 2021 The United States is the  top destination  for students who study overseas. International students come to the United States because of  strong academics  and institutional support at U.S. schools — and because of the value of a U.S. degree to graduates’ careers. With many options to consider, international students often look for guidance from the …

By ShareAmerica  – Nov 5, 2021 The United States is working on climate-crisis solutions with countries around the world at the  2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26)  in Glasgow. For two weeks in November, COP26 brings together thousands of people to step up the collective response to the crisis, said Secretary of State Antony Blinken. (State Dept./Helen Efrem) “This is a decisive …

By Shawn Baker Chief Nutritionist at USAID The COVID-19 pandemic has demonstrated how such a crisis can threaten all systems that families rely on to nourish their children. The pandemic hit suddenly. An even graver threat – the climate crisis – has been growing for years and will shape our world for decades to come. The 2021 …

America’s long-standing commitment to global health has helped a British pharmaceutical firm deliver the first widely available malaria vaccine, expected to save thousands of lives each year. The World Health Organization (WHO) on October 6 recommended a malaria vaccine called RTS,S/AS01 (RTS,S) for widespread use in sub-Saharan Africa and other areas with high malaria transmission. …

The United States is the world’s largest donor of foreign aid, contributing $35.5 billion in 2020, according to figures published by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. Foreign aid is given to developing countries to help with emergency preparedness, disaster relief, economic development and poverty reduction. There are over 20 U.S. government agencies that …

Did you know? Women are a huge part of the agricultural labor force in developing countries — up to 50% in sub-Saharan Africa. Women farmers are less productive than men because they have a harder time getting land, tools, credit and training. If women had the same access to these resources as men, they could …

On October 4, 2021, U.S. Embassy Niger commemorated the 4th anniversary of the ambush near Tongo Tongo, Niger on October 4, 2017 which claimed the lives of four Nigerien soldiers and four American soldiers. In her opening remarks, U.S. Embassy Niamey Chargé d’Affaires Ms. Susan N’Garnim, recalled the circumstances of the death of these soldiers …

On Tuesday September 14, 2021, U.S. Ambassador Eric P. Whitaker hosted a grant award ceremony at his residence to celebrate the second of two rounds of grants awarded to rural agribusinesses under the $437 million Compact between the Government of Niger and the U.S. Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC). The U.S. African Development Foundation (USADF) manages …

Each year, 3.4 billion of us are at risk of contracting malaria from an infected mosquito. But that may change. University of California scientists have devised a revolutionary way to fight the mosquito-borne disease, using the insects’ own DNA. How? Researchers Anthony James, Ethan Bier and Valentino Gantz teamed up to edit mosquito genes using a tool known …

See below our YouTube link to watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmA82q5zQuM Sports diplomacy is a central aspect of U.S. public and cultural diplomacy.  For example, sports give women and marginalized people the means to be equal.  That’s why we are very excited for the Olympics this year. On behalf of the U.S. Embassy, we wish good luck …

Outdoor grilling and barbecuing are the center of summertime gatherings in the United States, and especially popular on the  Fourth of July . Adrian Miller, author of “Black Smoke,” enjoys a meal at Rodney Scott’s Whole Hog BBQ in Charleston, South Carolina. (Courtesy of Adrian Miller) It is not just hot dogs and hamburgers. Mouthwatering barbecue — made …

On June 29, at the Office of the President of the Republic of Niger, Ambassador Eric P. Whitaker and Chief of Staff of the President Mr. Ibrahim Sani Abani, signed a Statement of Cooperation between the Nigerien High Authority for Atomic Energy (HANEA) and the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration Office of …

June 30, 2021, Niamey, Niger – On June 28, the Ombudsman’s Office in cooperation with the Prime Minister of Niger and other stakeholders and partners to launch a three-day regional seminar at the Hotel Bravia on the management of local and community conflicts in the Liptako Gourma region.  This region faces worsening security challenges which …

NIAMEY, NIGER – The U.S. government through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is supporting a four-year, $15 million initiative to support Access to Justice and Human Rights in Niger called Adalci, which means “fairness” in the Hausa language.  Niger’s Minister of Justice, Dr. Boubacar Hassan, and the U.S. Ambassador to Niger, Eric …

The United States has promised to send a projected 80 million COVID-19 vaccine doses to other nations. On June 3, President Biden announced how the first 25 million will be distributed. In his statement, the president said that at least 75% of the vaccines will go to COVAX — the  international partnership  working to distribute vaccines to …

The U.S. Government commemorates June as Pride Month, with an important message:  “You are Included.”  Out of many, we are one.  Our diverse experiences, perspectives, and contributions make our institution strong and advances the goals of American diplomacy. The Department of State has committed to increasing U.S. engagement on lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT+) …

Milestone mission marks a series of firsts for humanitarian aid operations at Airbase 201  [Beital, Niger]: Nigerien and U.S. Civil Affairs teams from Airbase 201 partnered to deliver humanitarian aid to the citizens of Beital, Niger, 30 km north of Agadez on May 18, 2021.   The donation consisted of 3,000 kilograms of rice, 120 mats, …

The United States is committed to defending religious freedom around the world, U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken said. “Religious freedom, like every human right, is universal,” Blinken said May 12, announcing the release of the State Department’s  2020 Report on International Religious Freedom . “All people, everywhere, are entitled to it no matter where they live, what they believe, …

By Amirah Ismail  – May 10, 2021 Promoting diversity and inclusion with a government that looks like America is a priority for the Biden-Harris administration — and  new data from the White House  shows it’s the most diverse government in America’s history. In their first 100 days in office, President Biden and Vice President Harris have assembled a group of nearly 1,500 diverse …

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken says the United States will work with other nations to uphold the rules and values that support international peace and cooperation. In May 7 remarks to the U.N. Security Council, Blinken defended  a rules-based international order  that ushered in the most peaceful and prosperous era in modern history and remains essential to meeting …

An internet cafe in Tehran in 2019. Iranians must search for workarounds to bypass official censors. The government restricts access to popular social media sites. (© Vahid Salemi/AP Images) Press freedom around the world depends on an open, reliable and secure internet. World Press Freedom Day 2021 recognizes the 30th anniversary of the  Windhoek Declaration , a …

By Michael Laff  – May 3, 2021 U.S. charities are working to expand access to safe water in communities around the globe. For  Isidora Calderon Vargas , a single mother in San Pedro, Bolivia, that means no longer spending 90 minutes each day carrying water to her home. Water for People, based in Denver, has worked in Bolivia since 1997 …

The United States is working with leaders across Africa to promote economic prosperity,  climate action  and democracy, said Secretary of State Antony Blinken during his first virtual trip to the continent April 27. Young African Leaders Initiative The first stop in Blinken’s virtual trip was a roundtable discussion with alumni leaders from the  Young African Leaders Initiative  (YALI), the United States’ …

As Ramadan approaches, observant Muslims throughout the United States can easily find halal food to serve at their iftar meals as well as the rest of the year. Islamic dietary restrictions forbid consumption of certain foods and regulate how animals may be slaughtered and foods made to ensure purity. (The Arabic word halal means permitted …

Addressing the climate crisis is central to U.S. foreign policy, said Secretary of State Antony Blinken. He called it central to the national security of the United States and countries around the world, ahead of a U.S.-hosted Leaders Summit on Climate April 22–23. “This is already an all-hands-on-deck effort across our government and across our …

As people worldwide await approval of one or multiple COVID-19 vaccines in the U.S., it’s important to understand how vaccines work. Several vaccine candidates against the novel coronavirus have shown promise in animal studies. Now, clinical trials are underway to find out if these same  vaccines are safe  and effective in humans. Vaccines 101 “Vaccines work by training …

The Millennium Challenge Account Niger (MCA-Niger) is celebrating three years of work towards building roads, improving irrigation, and strengthening agriculture in Niger as part of a grant agreement, called a Compact, with the US Government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC). Over the course of the past three years, MCA-Niger has worked to improve economic activity in …

American diplomats represent U.S. values abroad and embody a core tenet of American life: diversity. In the United States, anyone — regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or socioeconomic background — can become a diplomat and represent America abroad as a member of the U.S. Foreign Service. One of the many ways the State …

Arab Americans have long made outsized contributions to American society, whether in the area of science,  politics , the arts or other disciplines. The  2019 American Community Survey  shows an estimated 2.1 million people in the United States reported Arab ancestry. The largest group is of Lebanese ancestry, but others claim Yemeni, Algerian, Saudi Arabian, Tunisian, Kuwaiti, Libyan, Kurdish or …

By ShareAmerica  – Mar 30, 2021 When NASA engineers need a name for a robotic Mars “rover,” they know where to find creativity. They turn to America’s young people. More than 28,000 students — from kindergarten through 12th grade — submitted names for the rover that landed on Mars last month. It was Alex Mather, a …

(State Dept./D. Thompson) Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield has a new role as the representative of the United States to the United Nations, America’s highest-profile diplomatic position after secretary of state. Thomas-Greenfield is the 31st person to lead the U.S. Mission to the United Nations since the mission’s creation in 1947 by an act of Congress. She brings …

On March 18, 2021, USAID, through the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), officially donated laboratory equipment consisting of items such as diagnostic kits, protective gear, disinfectants, and spraying devices to the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock to help in the fight against avian influenza. The equipment, valued at 25 million CFA …

Patricia “Patti” Ann Morton broke the glass ceiling for women at the U.S. Department of State with her persistence and strength in the name of diplomacy. Morton was the first woman to become a State Department security agent in 1972, a position now known as a Diplomatic Security Service special agent. But her colleagues called …

By Noelani Kirschner  – Mar 11, 2021 From fiddle and blues music to Native American beadwork and canoe building, a March 4 celebration by the  2020 National Heritage Fellows  showcased many forms of American folk and traditional arts. Acting Chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts Ann Eilers praised the fellows’ art for illustrating that “there are many versions of …

On Monday March 15, Ambassador Whitaker presented a gift of a mobile field hospital from the American people to Minster of National Defense Katambe and Acting Minister of Public Health Boto at a ceremony at Camp Garba Hassane in Niamey. The donation is valued at 1.6 million U.S. dollars (~880.5 million CFA).  It arrived in …

On February 08 2021, Niger’s Actions Civilo-Militaire (ACM) led a medical outreach event in Mangaize, Niger in coordination with the U.S. Civil-Military Support Element (CMSE). Medical professionals from the Ouallam Hospital, OP ALMAHAOU, and United States Special Operations Forces worked together to provide medical exams and treatment for more than 350 Nigeriens who were displaced …

On 29 January 2021, United States Special Operations Forces (USSOF)’s Civil Military Support Element—Niger supported and enabled Actions Civilo-Militaire (ACM) partners to distribute Humanitarian Assistance for displaced persons following terrorist attacks on Tchombangou and Zaroumadareye.  The attacks caused more than 1,500 families to leave their homes and relocate in Mangaize for security and support. Governmental …

As the virus continues to spread throughout the world, and with new variants emerging, the facts are clear that it is critical that we vaccinate as many people as possible, as quickly as possible. Tomorrow at the G7, the President will announce that he is taking concrete steps to improve the health and the safety …

By Noelani Kirschner  – Feb 11, 2021 Black women in the arts have long formed the backbone of America’s cultural landscape. As Americans were reminded at President Biden’s inauguration, young Black artists such as poet  Amanda Gorman  are emerging and sharing their vision for the future with the world. For  Black History Month , we look at past and present defining figures …

On February 5, 2021, the Nigerien Armed Forces’ Engineering branch – Génie – hosted a ceremony recognizing the most recent graduates of its Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) training program. The Class of 11 consisted of non-commissioned and commissioned officers selected to attend the advanced training program.  The graduation of this class brings the total number …

By Lauren Monsen  – Feb 4, 2021 Robert Saleh, recently named as the head coach of the New York Jets, is breaking barriers as the first Muslim to lead a team in America’s  National Football League  (NFL). The son of Lebanese immigrants, Saleh was born and raised in Michigan. His elevation to head coach of the New York Jets has …

In response to Niger’s historic flooding in August and September 2020, U.S. Ambassador Eric P. Whitaker declared a disaster on September 11, in response to humanitarian needs resulting from flooding in Niger.  The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) through its Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance swiftly provided $600,000 in initial relief assistance, targeting 1,250 …

Every four years, the American president is sworn in January 20 in Washington before big crowds. Presidents typically throw in concerts, parades and balls to create several days’ worth of festivities around their inaugurations. But as Joseph R. Biden Jr. becomes the 46th president of the United States on January 20, shoulder-to-shoulder crowds will be …

By Lauren Monsen Jan 15, 2021 Kamala Devi Harris, a senator who has represented California in the U.S. Congress since 2017, will break barriers when she is inaugurated as vice president of the United States on January 20. She will be the first woman — and the first person of African, Jamaican and South Asian ancestry — …

On Monday January 4, the U.S. Secretary of the Air Force, Barbara Barrett, travelled to Niger to join Ambassador Whitaker for meetings with U.S. and Nigerien senior defense leaders and attend the Nigerien C-130 arrival ceremony.  During her visit, Secretary Barrett also attended a Women, Peace, and Security luncheon that brought together Nigerien military and …

By Mark Trainer  – Dec 1, 2020 The Americans with Disabilities Act protects 56.3 million Americans from discrimination in all areas of life, including work, school and transportation. Signed into law on July 26, 1990, the law guarantees  Americans with disabilities  unrestricted access to public buildings, equal opportunity in employment and equal access to government services. The comprehensive legislation was …

Today, on behalf of the U.S. government, Ambassador Eric Whitaker donated medical equipment and supplies to the Nigerien Ministry of Health for the benefit of the 74 public health centers in health districts in Niamey and in Zinder.  With a value of more than 31 million FCFA (about $57,000), this donation includes clinical materials and …

Today at Camp Garba Hassane in Niamey, the Embassy’s Office of Security Cooperation and Civil Military Support Element, the U.S. Department of Defense donated $35,000 in humanitarian assistance materials to the families of Nigerien Armed Forces affected by flooding.  The donation included 50 hand washing stations, 2000 bars of soap, 2000 bottles of hand sanitizer, …

Ambassador Whitaker hosted Special Envoy for the Sahel Region Dr. Peter Pham in Niger September 12-16, 2020.   Dr. Pham’s meetings focused on ways the United States can work with partners to prevent and address allegations of human rights violations in the Sahel, strengthen civic space, and discuss preparations for upcoming elections. Nigerien President Issoufou received …

On 16 March, the U.S. Embassy’s Office of Security Cooperation co-hosted a “10,000 flight hour” celebration with the Nigerien Air Force at Air Base 101 in Niamey, Niger to mark the passage of 10,000 total flight hours without incident for the Nigerien Cessna-208 fleet. Niger’s Cessna program, which began in 2013 with the U.S. donation …

The U.S. Embassy opened the “Collaboration Celebration” exhibition on January 30 at the American Cultural Center (ACC).  The exhibition features the works of Nigerien artists Alichina Allakaye and Ali Garba, as well as American artist Kathleen Stafford, and will be open through Saturday, February 8.  It is free and open to the public.  Please bring …

The U. S. Embassy congratulates the State Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, the Minister of Tourism, and the Governor of Agadez on a successful and vibrant Cure Salée. During its trip to Cure Salée, the U.S. Embassy and the U.S. Army Civil Affairs Team at Nigerien Air Base 201 donated soccer balls to a youth …

Today is the U.S. Department of State’s 230th anniversary!  To mark this special occasion, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is hosting a day-long celebration at the Harry S. Truman Building in downtown, Washington, DC.  Under the theme of “One Team, One Mission, One Future,” the commemoration will feature a live discussion between the Dean of …

By U.S. AFRICA COMMAND PUBLIC AFFAIRS, United States Africa CommandStuttgart, GermanyJan 28, 2019 More than 2,000 service members from more than 30 African and western partner nations will participate in Flintlock 2019 at multiple locations in Burkina Faso and Mauritania from February 18 – March 1, 2019. Flintlock is an annual, African-led, integrated military and …

On Friday, December 7, Prime Minister Brigi Rafini of Niger signed the condolence book for President George H.W. Bush.  The Prime Minister was accompanied by a large delegation from his cabinet as well as Deputy Foreign Minister Lamido Housseini Salamatou Bala Goga.  The signing occurred following a brief statement by Ambassador Eric P. Whitaker acknowledging …

A four-day workshop funded through the PD Innovation Fund with the intention of building the capacity of the younger generation of Nigerien journalists opened on Sunday in Zinder, a city located 900 km east of Niamey. The project was jointly implemented by the Association of Professional African Women Communicators – Niger (APAC-Niger)- and the State Institute …

On October 18, 2018, at the Congressional Palace, Ambassador Whitaker spoke at the launch of the campaign “Zéro Palu! Je m’engage” (“Zero Malaria! It Starts with Me!”) to eradicate malaria across Africa by 2030. The campaign is supported by the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative, which each year donates $18M dollars to Niger for malaria prevention and treatment. Fifty-five …

Ramadan is a sacred time for Muslims, not just here in Niger,  but around the world. Here is a photo of the mosque near my home in Fair fax, Virginia, where an estimated 50,000 Muslims live, work and raise their families. As the holy month of Ramadan begins, we extend our best wishes to our …

During the four days leading up to International Press Freedom Day (May 3), 43 outstanding Nigerien high school students participated in a Model U.N. focusing on journalists’ rights and press freedom. From the minds of Niger’s future leaders came outstanding advocacy for a free and independent press. One team wrote a passionate plea for their …

Approximately 1,900 service members and law enforcement officers from 20 African and western partner nations participated in Flintlock 2018 at multiple locations in Niger, Burkina Faso and Senegal from April 9-20, 2018. Flintlock is an annual, African-led, integrated  military and law enforcement exercise that has strengthened key partner nation forces throughout North and West Africa …

Toni Morrison. Langston Hughes. The incomparable Maya Angelou.  In February, U.S. Embassy Niger celebrated all of these famous African-American writers with a writers workshop to help inspire young authors.  This small workshop included 15 selected participants who developed short reflections on their art and their methods of self-expression.  Leading the workshop was  acclaimed writer and …

Hollywood came to Niger on February 7, when the Embassy-sponsored Short Film Festival featured the work of six young filmmakers.  Several of the films were developed during an Embassy workshop held in association with American Film Showcase in September 2017. Others were created with Embassy-sponsored grants. All films focused on countering violent extremism and equality …

What’s up with WhatsApp? It’s one of the most popular social media networks in Niger. WhatsApp helps the people of Niger form networks and stay in touch using cellphone technology. Taking advantage of the popularity of WhatsApp and helping to form meaningful networks for Nigeriens, U.S. Embassy Niger formed two very active groups: a WhatsApp …

Niger’s young robot team represented their country at the For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) robotics competition in Washington, DC.  Two girls and one boy from local high schools  entered the world-wide competition with their invention they named Rakumi (Camel in Hausa). At the competition, the team from Niger was paired with Mali …

Through the use of the Department of State Bureau of Economic Affairs Business Facilitation Incentive Funds (BFIF), Economic and Commercial Assistant Samaila Salifou escorted a five member business delegation to the International Home and Housewares Show in Chicago, Illinois from March 18 – 21.  Participants had the opportunity to meet with business professionals, discuss possible …

                                            U.S. Embassy Sponsors Spokesperson Training for Nigerien Officials   U.S. Embassy Niamey sponsored spokesperson training for working-level GoN officials from the Ministries of Defense, Interior, Culture, and Justice.  The three-day training aimed to …

On Thursday March 23, ambassador Eunice Reddick attended the donation of Rice Husk Stoves to 50 women specialized in rice parboiling in the village of Seberi, Kollo. This ceremony marked the completion of the project entitled “Rice Husk Cooking Stoves for All” implemented by JVE (Jeunes Volontaires pour l’Environnement). The project will contribute to the …

US Ambassador, Niger Media Visit Flintlock 2017 in Diffa By U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Kulani Lakanaria   DIFFA, NIGER—Ambassador Eunice S. Reddick, the U.S. ambassador to Niger, traveled from Niamey to Diffa, Niger, with journalists from national-level media organizations to observe training during Flintlock 2017, March 7. Governor Dan Dano Mahamadou Lawaly, the governor of …

Awards Signing Ceremony Minister of Community and Territory Development Mr. Amani Abdou and U S. Ambassador Eunice S. Reddick celebrated the U.S. Embassy’s 11 small-grants program recipients at the 2016 Special Self Help and Julia Taft award signing ceremony on Thursday November 17, 2016.  The U.S. government awarded a total of $70,000 to local non-profit …

On Saturday July 2 the U.S. Embassy, in collaboration with the Organization for the Promotion of Excellence (OPE), hosted a blogging workshop for young women.  A total of 15 students, including female journalists, writers, actresses, producers, women leaders, and entrepreneurs took part in the training.  The Public Affairs A/V Tech, Goudia Hachirou, led the workshop, …

Interethnic tensions continue to disrupt peace and security in the Tillaberi region of ‪Niger. To promote intercommunity dialogue and peacebuilding, the USAID Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI) supported the Bani Bangou Prefecture to organize a forum that gathered state authorities, traditional leaders, and civil society organizations to address peace and security in their communities. Aimed …

YALI Pre-Departure Orientation   The Charge d’Affaires congratulated and welcomed the 2016 Nigerien MWF YALI participants at a pre-departure orientation held at the American Cultural Center on June 10. One of the 2012 Young African Leaders IVLP-style program alumni attended the PDO and encouraged the fellows to give their best and make the most out …

Niamey PAS and English Language Fellow, April Smith have partnered with University Abdou Moumouni’s Performing Arts program to develop field related skills that will allow the students to succeed in sharing their art, their culture and their causes both through Niger and on the international scene.  This session, Masters’ students spent time with April and …

Information Resource Center Director Boubacar Assoumi was featured in an interview on private TV station Anfani FM on April 16 discussing Jazz Appreciation Month and American Cultural Center activities.  In addition to speaking about his experience as an exchange student in the United States, Assoumi highlighted the American Cultural Center’s programs including book discussions, book …