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U.S. Embassy condemns deadly attack on police officers in Cairo

The U.S. Embassy has issued a statement condemning the attack in Cairo that resulted in the deaths of several police officers.


Egypt hosts regional meeting on implementation science for improved healthcare

Medical researchers from the Middle East and North Africa are convening in Cairo from December 5-7 to focus on "Implementation Science."


US supports Egypt flood response with $50K donation

The United States Embassy in Egypt has announced a contribution of $50,000 to the Egyptian Red Crescent.


Egyptian youth complete US-backed English language program

Completing a two-year English language program, 240 young Egyptians graduated from the English Access Partnership Program (EAPP) today.


U.S. Consulate General reopens in Alexandria to boost regional engagement

The U.S. Consulate General in Alexandria has officially reopened as of November 1, 2016.


USAID launches first startup weekend for women entrepreneurs in Alexandria

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has launched the first "Startup Weekend for Women" in Alexandria, Egypt.


U.S.-Egypt economic ties strengthened by business delegation led by senior advisor

Leading a significant business delegation, Ambassador David Thorne, Senior Advisor to Secretary of State John Kerry, has arrived in Cairo.


U.S. Embassy condemns assassination of Egyptian brigadier general

The U.S. Embassy in Cairo has issued a statement condemning the assassination of Brigadier General Adel Ragaai.


U.S. congressional delegation discusses security and aid during Egypt visit

Members of the United States House of Representatives, Michael Conaway (R-TX), Ralph Abraham (R-LA), and Gwen Graham (D-FL), visited Egypt from October 16 to 18, 2016.


U.S. Army Central Command general visits Egypt for talks on security cooperation

The U.S. Embassy in Cairo recently hosted Lieutenant General Michael X. Garrett for his second visit to Egypt as the Commanding General of United States Army Central.


Interviewing skills workshop draws over 100 participants

Human Resources Officer David Reiter conducted an Interviewing Skills Workshop on July 19.


Ahmed Zewail's legacy celebrated by US Embassy following his passing

The U.S. Embassy in Cairo has expressed its condolences over the death of Ahmed Zewail, a prominent Egyptian-American scientist. Dr. Zewail was recognized globally for his contributions to science, notably winning the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in...


Ghanaian entrepreneurs participate in Global Entrepreneurship Summit in California

The U.S. Embassy in Ghana has announced the participation of five Ghanaian entrepreneurs at the 2016 Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES) in Palo Alto, California.


U.S. envoy McGurk discusses anti-ISIL efforts with Egyptian officials

Today, Brett McGurk, the Special Presidential Envoy for the Global Coalition to Counter ISIL, held meetings in Cairo with top Egyptian officials.


Regional workshop held in Accra tackles pressing issue of wildlife trafficking

The regional workshop on combating wildlife trafficking for prosecutors and magistrates took place in Accra, Ghana.


USAID collaborates with Ghana Ministry of Education for massive book distribution

The United States, in collaboration with the Ghana Ministry of Education, has initiated the distribution of over four million books to schools across every district in Ghana.


U.S.-Egypt engagement highlights upcoming Global Entrepreneurship Summit

The United States Embassy is hosting Ziad Haider, the Department of State’s Special Representative for Commercial and Business Affairs, in Cairo from May 31 to June 1.


U.S. Embassy Cairo celebrates Independence Day with focus on Route 66

Tom Goldberger, the Deputy Chief of Mission and currently the Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Cairo, addressed attendees at the 2016 Independence Day celebration.


U.S. Navy continues search operations for missing EgyptAir flight MS804

The U.S. Navy is actively participating in the search for EgyptAir flight MS804, which disappeared over the Mediterranean Sea.


Kerry discusses regional issues with Egypt's President al-Sisi

Secretary of State John Kerry held a meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Cairo.