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U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative launched with $250 million investment
By Globe Banner | Apr 26, 2015
The U.S. Embassy in Cairo, alongside the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education and the Egyptian Ministry of International Cooperation, is set to announce the launch of the U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative (HEI) today at 4:00 pm local time.
US-Egypt partnership launches $250M education initiative
By Globe Banner | Apr 26, 2015
Cairo – The United States, in collaboration with Egypt's Ministries of International Cooperation and Higher Education, has announced the launch of the U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative.
U.S. ambassador highlights efforts supporting entrepreneurship at Ghanaian awards ceremony
By Globe Banner | Apr 24, 2015
The Entrepreneurs Foundation of Ghana recently held an event celebrating entrepreneurship and honoring individuals who embody its spirit.
Kerry addresses challenges in implementing Minsk agreements
By Globe Banner | Apr 24, 2015
Secretary Kerry addressed ongoing concerns regarding the Minsk agreements during a press availability on April 24, 2015.
OSCE faces restricted access in Ukraine despite Minsk agreements
By Globe Banner | Apr 24, 2015
The Russian-backed separatists in Ukraine, who signed the Minsk agreements and implementation plan, are reportedly not allowing OSCE monitors access to verify the ceasefire and withdrawal of heavy weapons.
US responds to Russia on military training concerns in Ukraine
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2015
The United States has responded to the Russian Federation's concerns about military training conducted by US troops in Ukraine.
U.S. urges adherence to ceasefire amid escalating violence in eastern Ukraine
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2015
The recent address to the Permanent Council by Ambassador Ertugrul Apakan, Chief Monitor of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission (SMM) to Ukraine, comes amid ongoing violence in Ukraine.
Humanitarian group urged to coordinate aid delivery in eastern Ukraine
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2015
The issue of aid deliveries to eastern Ukraine has been a point of contention between the involved parties.
Mandela Washington Fellowship Conference unites over 150 leaders in Accra
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2015
Over 150 young leaders from 21 West African countries are set to convene in Accra, Ghana next week.
U.S. returns ancient artifacts smuggled from Egypt
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2015
The United States government has returned a collection of ancient artifacts to Egypt, including a Greco-Roman style Egyptian sarcophagus.
Egypt launches national polio immunization campaign supported by USAID
By Globe Banner | Apr 19, 2015
The Egyptian Ministry of Health has commenced the 2015 National Polio Immunization Campaign, aiming to administer the first of two vaccination phases to approximately 14.8 million children under five years old.
OSCE addresses ongoing conflict in Ukraine amid Russian involvement
By Globe Banner | Apr 16, 2015
In a recent statement, concerns were raised about ongoing violations of international law by the Russian Federation in Ukraine.
US criticizes Russia over lack of seriousness in Ukraine crisis resolution
By Globe Banner | Apr 16, 2015
In a recent address, the United States Mission to the OSCE expressed disappointment with the Russian Federation's stance on resolving the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.
President emphasizes unity on Holocaust Remembrance Day
By Globe Banner | Apr 16, 2015
Yom HaShoah serves as a reminder of our responsibilities to ourselves and future generations.
West African nations commit to supporting health services for high-risk groups against HIV
By Globe Banner | Apr 13, 2015
Government officials from all 15 ECOWAS member states have pledged to enhance health services for vulnerable populations in West Africa as part of the global effort to end the AIDS epidemic by 2030.
U.S. Ambassador promotes Nebraska beef in Ghana
By Globe Banner | Apr 9, 2015
On April 8, United States Ambassador to Ghana, Gene A. Cretz, hosted a promotional dinner in Accra for U.S. beef.
U.S. reaffirms support on International Roma Day
By Globe Banner | Apr 7, 2015
Today, the international community observes International Roma Day, celebrating the Romani people's cultural heritage while acknowledging the challenges they face.
Menoufia University triumphs in U.S.-backed national practice court contest
By Globe Banner | Apr 5, 2015
Students and professors from seven Egyptian university law faculties participated in a national "practice arbitration" competition, supported by the American Bar Association (ABA) and the U.S. Embassy, on April 3 and 4, 2015.
US condemns Russian shutdown of Crimean Tatar media
By Globe Banner | Apr 2, 2015
The United States has expressed strong disapproval of Russia's actions in Crimea, particularly concerning the shutdown of Crimean Tatar media outlets.
U.S. Embassy condemns terrorist attacks in northern Sinai
By Globe Banner | Apr 2, 2015
The U.S. Embassy in Cairo has issued a statement condemning the terrorist attacks that occurred today in northern Sinai.