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US-Ghana partnership aims to combat child trafficking with $5M support
By Globe Banner | Oct 27, 2015
The U.S. Embassy in Accra, along with the U.S. government's Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons, has allocated $5 million to two organizations for initiatives under the U.S.-Ghana Child Protection Compact (CPC) Partnership.
Egypt-US resume co-production of M1A1 Abrams tanks
By Globe Banner | Oct 25, 2015
Egypt and the United States have resumed the co-production of M1A1 Abrams tanks, marking a significant step in their defense collaboration.
Andrew Karas assumes role as USAID mission director to Ghana
By Globe Banner | Oct 23, 2015
Andrew Karas has been appointed as the U.S. Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Mission Director for Ghana.
U.S. Embassy invites young Ghanaians to apply for leadership fellowship
By Globe Banner | Oct 22, 2015
The U.S. Embassy in Accra is inviting young Ghanaians between the ages of 25 and 35 to apply for the Mandela Washington Fellowship.
Egyptians partner with US Embassy for breast cancer awareness conference
By Globe Banner | Oct 15, 2015
Young Egyptian recipients of the "Leadership for Education and Development" (LEAD) scholarship, in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy, organized a conference in Cairo to address breast cancer awareness.
USAID supports Rotary Family Health Days initiative in Ghana
By Globe Banner | Oct 6, 2015
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US-Egypt partnership launches new wastewater treatment facilities in Assiut
By Globe Banner | Oct 4, 2015
The United States and Egypt have inaugurated three new wastewater treatment systems in the Abou Teeg District of Assiut.
U.S.-Egypt workshop in Hurghada tackles food security and hazardous material concerns
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2015
The U.S. Embassy, in collaboration with Egyptian agricultural and biological experts, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, and the U.S. Department of Justice, hosted a workshop in Hurghada focusing on "Laboratory Management of Biological Risk."
U.S. Embassy extends Eid ul-Adha greetings to Ghanaian Muslims
By Globe Banner | Sep 23, 2015
Today marks the celebration of Eid ul-Adha for millions of Muslims across the globe, including those in the United States and Ghana.
US official opens SE4ALL annex to boost energy initiatives in Ghana
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2015
Melinda Tabler-Stone, the U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires, participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Sustainable Energy for All (SE4ALL) Annex.
Pianist Kevin Kenner performs Beethoven at Cairo Opera House
By Globe Banner | Sep 20, 2015
World-renowned American pianist Kevin Kenner performed Beethoven's Third Piano Concerto at the Cairo Opera House on Saturday, September 19.
U.S.-sponsored program helps Egyptian youth with English language skills
By Globe Banner | Sep 17, 2015
On September 17, U.S. Ambassador Stephen Beecroft awarded graduation certificates to 480 Egyptian students who completed the English Access Microscholarship Program.
U.S.-Ghana trade mission explores partnership opportunities
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2015
Eight U.S. companies visited Ghana from September 13 to 14 to explore potential business partnerships.
Intellectual property workshop highlights importance of IP law enforcement
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2015
Thank you for inviting me to join today’s opening of the African Regional Intellectual Property Enforcement Workshop, sponsored by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
U.S.-Egypt workshop focuses on enhancing solar power industry standards
By Globe Banner | Sep 4, 2015
The U.S. Embassy in Cairo, in collaboration with the Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality, has organized a workshop focusing on global standards and best practices for the solar power industry.
US assists in preserving Sphinx by managing groundwater levels
By Globe Banner | Sep 3, 2015
During a visit to the Sphinx and the Pyramids, U.S. Ambassador Stephen Beecroft expressed support for preserving Egypt's antiquities and boosting tourism.
U.S. Air Forces Central Command leader visits Egypt for first time
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2015
Lieutenant General Charles Q. Brown, Jr., Commander of U.S. Air Forces Central Command, made his first visit to Egypt from August 31 to September 1 since taking command in June 2015.
United States and Egypt renew science and technology agreement
By Globe Banner | Aug 31, 2015
The United States and Egypt have renewed their Science and Technology Agreement, originally established in 1995, for another five years.
United States supports peace operations workshop addressing West Africa's security challenges
By Globe Banner | Aug 18, 2015
Good morning, Your Excellences, Major General Akwa, Brigadier General San Clemente, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, All others protocols observed.
US delivers M1A1 Abrams tank turrets to Egypt
By Globe Banner | Aug 4, 2015
The United States has delivered five M1A1 Abrams tank turrets to Cairo East Air Base on July 31, as part of its ongoing security support to Egypt.