International Press Release Submissions

Deputy Commander Strengthens Partnerships in Tanzania

U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs United States Africa Command February 26, 2025 Lt. Gen. John Brennan, U S. Africa Command Deputy Commander, traveled to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, Feb. 20-21 to meet with the Chief of Tanzanian People 's Defence Forces Gen. Jacob John Mkunda, and to be the keynote speaker at the closing ceremony for Exercise Cutlass Express. “We see Tanzania as a key strategic partner in East Africa; an anchor of security and stability," Brennan said during his meeting with the chief of defence on Feb. 21. Brennan and Mkunda discussed past, ongoing, and future security cooperation activities and opportunities between the United States and Tanzania, with both highlighting the importance of the newly-signed agreement between Tanzania and the Nebraska National Guard as part of the U.S. State Partnership Program. Under the SPP, Nebraska Guard members will travel to Tanzania to train together with Tanzanian forces, strengthening both organizations and reinforcing the U.S.-Tanzanian partnership, with reciprocal visits by TPDF to Nebraska to participate in their annual training. Following the meeting, Brennan attended the U.S. Sixth Fleet- and TPDF-hosted closing ceremony for Exercise Cutlass Express 2025, concluding the exercise’s 15th iteration since 2011. Maj. Gen. Ibrahim Michael Mhona, Chief of operations and training for the Tanzanian people's defence forces, spoke about the importance of training together with regional partners. “Cutlass Express 2025 has been an outstanding demonstration of the power of cooperation, mutual respect, and commitment to the power of regional security," Mhona said. The exercise took place from Feb. 10-21 and hosted over 1000 participants from 20 partner nations as part of a global network of partners that enhance cooperation and expertise in maritime security operations in the Western Indian Ocean. Brennan echoed the importance of security cooperation and thanked TPDF organizers for …


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Acting Assistant Secretary for Global Public Affairs Trudeau Travels to South Africa, Tanzania, Liberia, and Belgium

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson November 7, 2022 Acting Assistant Secretary for Global Public Affairs Elizabeth Kennedy Trudeau will travel to South Africa, Tanzania, Liberia, and Belgium from November 7 to November 17, 2022. Her 10-day trip will prioritize working with U.S. diplomatic missions on policy and messaging priorities, including the importance of press freedom and countering disinformation, media empowerment and impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, and government corruption and accountability. Acting Assistant Secretary Trudeau will meet with government officials and civil society organizations, foreign media outlets and press, influencers, students, journalists, and U.S. diplomatic mission staff. In South Africa, Acting Assistant Secretary Trudeau will meet with media contacts on how the COVID-19 pandemic, climate, and conflict have impacted the U.S.-Africa relationship. She will also meet with U.S. exchange alumni. In Tanzania, Acting Assistant Secretary Trudeau will meet with media contacts and exchange alumni, and speak at the University of Dar es Salaam Journalism School on press freedom and the importance of journalism. She will attend the “Heroes of COVID” event in honor of front-line healthcare workers and vaccine champions who are combatting the pandemic on the ground. She will also participate in the opening ceremony of the American Corner in Unguja as well as visit the M&M products facility in Kwarara. In Liberia, Acting Assistant Secretary Trudeau will meet with government officials, civil society actors, U.S. exchange alumni, and local media. She will also hold an Embassy press roundtable and tour the historic Providence Island, a beneficiary of the Ambassador Fund for Cultural Preservation. In Belgium, Acting Assistant Secretary Trudeau will attend the NATO Senior Communicators Conference on strategic communications and public diplomacy initiatives. She will participate in a panel on Transatlantic Approaches to Public Diplomacy. …


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USAID And Vodafone Foundation Announce New Partnership With The Government Of Tanzania To Expand Maternal Health Emergency Transportation System

United States Agency for International Development Press Release September 20, 2022 Today at the U.S. Agency for International Development’s (USAID) “Democracy Delivers” event on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, USAID, Vodafone Foundation, and the Government of Tanzania committed to expand a maternal health emergency transportation system that is securing hospital transit for thousands of women in Tanzania. In direct response to Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s request for partnership in expanding this program to the entire country, USAID and the Vodafone Foundation committed $15 million – $10 million from Vodafone Foundation and $5 million from USAID. The Government of Tanzania, represented at the event by Vice President Philip Mpango, has committed to covering all transport costs and providing all dispatch staff from day one. These efforts will extend the program’s coverage from two districts, home to about 1 million people, to Tanzania’s population of 60 million. Vodafone Foundation also committed an additional $5 million to replicate this model in other countries in sub-Saharan Africa with high rates of maternal mortality, bringing its total commitment to $15 million. USAID will explore additional partnership opportunities with Vodafone Foundation to reproduce Tanzania’s successes elsewhere. Maternal mortality rates are stubbornly high in Tanzania. In rural communities, an ambulance may only be available for 1 in 10 maternal emergencies. As part of a 2013-2020 maternal health program in the Sengerema/Buchosa and Shinyanga districts, Vodafone Foundation and USAID created a free ride-sharing program for pregnant women. Under the program, a woman undergoing a maternal emergency calls a toll-free number, a health worker records her information, the dispatch system locates the nearest hospital and nearest private taxi driver, and the driver is paid upon delivery of the patient to the health center. The local governments in both pilot districts …


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24th Anniversary of the 1998 Embassy Bombings

Press Statement Anthony J. Blinken, Secretary of State August 7, 2022 Today we solemnly remember the lives — Americans, Kenyans, Tanzanians, and others — that were violently taken from us 24 years ago. The terrorist attacks against our Embassies in Nairobi, Kenya and Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania claimed 224 innocent victims and injured more than 4,500 others. Among those we honor are the colleagues the Department lost that day, Americans and Foreign Service Nationals dedicated to strengthening bonds between the United States and our African partners. The victims of these attacks are never far from our minds, and today our thoughts are also with the loved ones they left behind. In the aftermath of these heinous attacks, America and our partners met cowardice and depravity with courage and determination. The attacks, designed to intimidate us, only reinforced our resolve. And earlier this month, America took decisive action against al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri, an architect of the 1998 attacks, making clear once again that we are positioned to act on our determination, which does not wane with time. Today in South Africa and in the coming days from the region, I will reiterate to our African partners that America remains determined to work with countries of the continent to confront the shared challenges we face, including the scourge of terrorism and violent extremism. As we remember the lives taken from us nearly a quarter century ago, we will continue to demonstrate that those who seek to stand in the way of a better future for our countries will never be able to succeed. CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za International/. 24th Anniversary of the 1998 Embassy Bombings Submission Details Author: Africa Media from The Africa Regional Media Hub. More Info link: Images: For a high res version of THIS image please contact The Africa Regional Media Hub Facebook: Twitter: …


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The United States-Tanzania Open Skies Air Transport Agreement Enters into Force

June 14, 2022: The U.S.-Tanzania Air Transport Agreement entered into force on June 10. This bilateral agreement establishes a modern civil aviation relationship with Tanzania consistent with U.S. Open Skies international aviation policy and with commitments to high standards of aviation safety and security.  The agreement includes provisions that allow for unrestricted capacity and frequency of services, open route rights, a liberal charter regime, and open code-sharing opportunities. This agreement with Tanzania is also a step forward in liberalizing the international civil aviation sector in Africa. It further expands our strong economic and commercial partnership; promotes people-to-people ties; and creates new opportunities for airlines, travel companies, and customers.  With this agreement, air carriers can provide more affordable, convenient, and efficient air services to travelers and shippers, which in turn promotes tourism and commerce. Information on U.S. aviation policy and our Open Skies Air Transport agreements is available on the Department of State’s website here: https://www.state.gov/civil-air-transport-agreements/. CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za International/. The United States-Tanzania Open Skies Air Transport Agreement Enters into Force Submission Details Author: Africa Media from The Africa Media Hub. More Info link: Images: For a high res version of THIS image please contact The Africa Media Hub Facebook: Twitter: …


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Tanzania Union Day

April 25, 2022: On behalf of the American people, I would like to join Tanzania in celebrating the 58th anniversary of the formation of the United Republic of Tanzania. The United States and Tanzania enjoy a longstanding and deep bilateral partnership, and on this day of celebration we renew our commitment to greater collaboration between our two nations. As Tanzania also will soon celebrate 30 years of multiparty democracy, we look forward to working with Tanzania to further its democratic ideals while strengthening our economic ties and continuing important progress in the areas of health, education, governance, and many more. I send my best wishes to the Tanzanian people for a healthy, peaceful, prosperous, and democratic future. CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za International/. Tanzania Union Day Submission Details Author: Africa Media from The Africa Regional Media Hub. More Info link: Images: For a high res version of THIS image please contact The Africa Regional Media Hub Facebook: Twitter: …


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Readout of Vice President Harris’s Meeting with President Hassan of Tanzania

April 15, 2022: Vice President Kamala Harris met today with President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania in Washington. The Vice President underscored that the Biden-Harris Administration is committed to strengthening ties with Tanzania and with countries across Africa, based on the principles of mutual respect and equality. The Vice President welcomed President Hassan’s efforts to strengthen democracy and human rights in Tanzania. They reviewed a number of areas of cooperation in our bilateral relationship, including health, agriculture, and infrastructure. The Vice President underscored the importance of our economic and commercial partnership, and discussed recent reforms and others needed to further strengthen our investment relationship. The two leaders noted they are looking forward to the entry into force of an Open Skies Air Transport Agreement, which establishes a modern civil aviation relationship between the United States and Tanzania and agreed it will promote increased travel and trade and help spur economic growth. They also welcomed nearly $1 billion of new investments by U.S. companies in Tanzania in tourism, conservation, and clean energy sectors. The Vice President discussed our efforts to address the COVID-19 pandemic, including through Tanzania’s participation in the U.S.-led Global VAX Initiative, and our donation of nearly 4.9 million vaccine doses provided to Tanzania since the beginning of the pandemic. They discussed broader global health security and global health issues, including supporting women and children’s health. Lastly, they discussed several regional and global issues of concern. The Vice President emphasized the importance of the world standing together in support of international rules and norms, including the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all nations. The Vice President condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and its ongoing brutal attacks against the people of Ukraine and noted there must be severe costs for Russia’s …


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