U.S. Independence Day celebrations: Ambassador Henry Jardine’s remarks

U.S. Ambassador Henry Jardine and Mrs. Kathleen Jardine hosted a reception at their residence in Floreal on Thursday to celebrate the 247th anniversary of the independence of the United States. During the evening, Americans and Mauritians gathered together for a wonderful time at Macarty House and enjoyed a photo exhibition showing the breath and depth …

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Deputy Secretary Verma’s Remarks at New Embassy Compound Groundbreaking

Deputy Secretary Verma’s Remarks at New Embassy Compound Groundbreaking Port Louis, Mauritius May 30, 2023   Good morning, everybody. Thank you, Ambassador Jardine, for that warm introduction and for your stellar leadership of Embassy Port Louis. Prime Minister Jugnauth, distinguished guests, friends, it’s wonderful to be in Mauritius. As Ambassador Jardine mentioned, I previously served …

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Ambassador Henry Jardine Speech for Groundbreaking of the New Embassy Compound in Moka

Ambassador Henry Jardine Speaking Points for the Groundbreaking of the New Embassy Compound in Moka Tuesday, May 30, 2023, 11:30am NEC Site   The Honorable Prime Minister, Pravind Kumar Jugnauth; The Honorable Deputy Secretary Richard Verma The Honorable Deputy Prime Minister, Louis Steven Obeegadoo; Honorable Ministers; Members of Parliament; Excellencies Members of the diplomatic corps; …

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Les États-Unis réaffirment leurs liens avec l’Ile Maurice lors du Sommet des Leaders Américains et Africains

Dans ses remarques lors du Sommet Etats-Unis-Afrique, le Président américain Joseph R. Biden a souligné que les États-Unis s’engagent à soutenir chaque aspect de la croissance inclusive de l’Afrique et à créer le meilleur environnement possible pour un engagement commercial soutenu entre les sociétés africaines et américaines :   “Les États-Unis misent tout sur l’avenir de …

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United States Reaffirms Ties to Seychelles and other African partners at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit

During the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit this week, U.S. President Joseph R. Biden emphasized that the United States is committed to supporting every aspect of Africa’s inclusive growth and creating the best possible environment for sustained commercial engagement between African and American companies: “The United States is all in on Africa’s future.” The White House announced …

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Press Day Remarks for the Seychelles Dive Team Engagement

It is an extreme honor to represent the United States at this event today as we recognize and make known a very meaningful engagement that is currently ongoing. 13 U.S. Navy divers from Commander, Task Force sixty-eight, based in Rota, Spain, are helping Seychelles Coast Guard and Seychelles Ports Authority remove the submerged wreckage of …

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Intercontinental Slavery Museum Launches Roof Renovation Project with Support of the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation

A ceremony was held at the Intercontinental Slavery Museum this morning, Friday, September 23, for the launch of a project to renovate the building’s roof. The project is being funded through the U.S. Department of State Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation. U.S. Embassy Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Andrew Kelly and the Chairperson of the …

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Intercontinental Slavery Museum Launches a Roof Renovation Project: Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Andrew Kelly’s remarks

The Intercontinental Slavery Museum, which is in an ancient hospital that once served settler, slave, and indentured servant, is both a tangible link to those that came before us, and an invaluable steward of cultural preservation.  Preservation of historic sites like this is an important way that we ensure future generations understand the totality of …

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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS 2023-24 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program

The Embassy of the United States of America is accepting applications from citizens of the Republic of Mauritius for the 2023-24 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program. The deadline for receipt of applications is August 8, 2022. Program Description: The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program was established in 1978 as a Fulbright exchange that advances U.S. foreign …

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U.S. Embassy organizes Forensic Disciplines Exchange in Mauritius

The opening ceremony for the Forensic Disciplines Exchange Event, organized by the Office of Security Cooperation of the U.S. Embassy to Mauritius and Seychelles, was held this morning at the new Mauritius Revenue Authority Integrated Customs Clearing Center (ICCC) in Le Chaland. Mauritian Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth and U.S. Embassy Chargée D’Affaires Judes E. …

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Exercise Cutlass Express 2022 Kicks Off in Seychelles

February 7, 2022: The 11th edition of Exercise Cutlass Express, sponsored by U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) and conducted by U.S. Naval Forces Africa, was officially launched in Seychelles today by Commander David Caffrey, the Executive Officer of Naval Reserve Component for NAVAF, and Lieutenant Colonel Jean Attala, the Commander of the Seychelles Coast Guard. This …

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United States Government Donates Second Consignment of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccines to Seychelles

The U.S. Embassy to Mauritius and Seychelles is proud to announce the second successful donation by the United States Government of 39,780 doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to Seychelles. The vaccine donation was made through coordinated efforts between the United States government, COVAX, and the African Union. Dr. Danny Louange, CEO of the Seychelles Health …

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United States Donates Second Shipment of 107,640 Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccines to Mauritius

November 15, 2021: The U.S. Embassy to Mauritius is proud to announce the second successful donation by the United States Government of 107,640 doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccine donation was made through close collaboration between the United States government, COVAX and the Government of Mauritius. These lifesaving vaccines were met at the …

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Scam Alert!

The U.S. Embassy is aware of an ongoing tender scam using our name to fraudulently request sample items or money.  If your business receives a tender from a “Mr. Kerry Collins,”  usa@embassytenders.com  or  info@embassytenders.com , or from Mr. Gibson R,  procurement@embassytenders.com; admin@embassytenders.com, please do not act on this request and contact us immediately at  Portlouis_GSO@state.gov U.S. Government procurement follows …

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Statement from Ambassador Reimer Seychelles Elections

October 25, 2020: The Embassy of the United States of America applauds the people, political parties, and government of Seychelles on the successful presidential and legislative elections that took place on October 22-24.  The United States’ and other diplomatic mission’s election watchers witnessed an orderly and free voting process conducted in a professional manner by …

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U.S. Embassy Maritime Security Education Partnership

July 21, 2020: The United States has a strong security partnership with Mauritius focused on strengthening coastal and maritime security capabilities.  This partnership includes long-term education and training opportunities for Mauritians for Professional Military Education in the United States. U.S. Ambassador David Reimer recognized  Krishnakumar Rajaram for earning a Master’s degree from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterrey California.  Mr. Rajaram, participated in the Combating Terrorism Fellowship Program and wrote his thesis on: …

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Update on Visa Operations

In response to significant worldwide challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of State temporarily suspended routine visa services at all U.S. Embassies and Consulates worldwide beginning March 20, 2020, and that suspension continues at this time. The U.S. Embassy in Mauritius will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but is unable …

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U.S. Embassy Provides Covid-19 Assistance to Mauritius

April 20, 2020: The U.S. Embassy in Mauritius and the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) have donated 2000 N95 masks, 21,000 gloves 1,100 shoe covers, and 875 protective suits to the Mauritius Ministry of Health and Wellness.  The equipment will assist doctors, nurses, and medical professionals who are the frontline heroes in fighting this epidemic. …

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Congratulations on Mauritius’ Elections

PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE NOVEMBER 13, 2019   The United States congratulates the Government of Mauritius and its citizens on its recent peaceful national legislative elections.  This successful election provides further proof of Mauritius’ position as one of the region’s strongest democracies. We congratulate Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth on his election.  …

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U.S. Embassy Port Louis, Mauritius Upcoming Closure Alert

November 7, 2019 Event:  Mauritius will hold parliamentary elections on November 7, 2019.  Traffic may be extremely congested, and emergency services, such as ambulances and police, may take longer to respond.  The availability of taxis or other transportation services may be limited.  Restaurants and grocery stores may be closed. The U.S. Embassy in Port Louis will be closed on November 7, …

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Upcoming Closure Alert

September 9, 2019 Mauritius will host a visit from Pope Francis on September 9, 2019.  Traffic may be extremely congested, and emergency services’ ability to respond, such as ambulances and police, may be impeded.  The availability of taxis or other transportation services may be severely limited.  Restaurants and grocery stores may be closed. The U.S. Embassy in Port Louis will be closed on …

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2nd annual English Language Learning and Teaching Conference

Join the 2nd annual English Language Learning and Teaching Conference at Curtin University on Saturday August 24, from 08:00 to 16:00 hrs.  Plethora of local and international speakers will share their expertise on Creativity in the Classroom. Deadline to apply is Monday August 19. Click here for more information.

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EducationUSA to Host Several Workshops in November

The EducationUSA adviser is running several sessions at the U.S. Embassy for students during the month of November. If you are interested in any one of the below, send an email to MaherallyIM@state.gov to confirm your attendance or call at 202-4453. There are also skype sessions with admissions officers of U.S. universities. This is an opportunity to learn …

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The First Annual Conference on English Language Teaching & Learning

Exciting News! Are you an English Teacher? Do you want to share successful techniques with like-minded enthusiastic English teachers? Maybe you have teaching techniques that you have developed and mastered in the Mauritian context and that help you teach English beyond the exam, integrating communicative, creative, collaborative and/or critical thinking skills into the classroom? Maybe …

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Sports Envoy Kelsey Perlman Highlights Gender Equality and Cohesion in Mauritius Through Soccer

Africa Regional Services’ Soccer Envoy Kelsey Perlman had a stellar week-long program in Mauritius from July 30-August 6.   Kelsey’s program kicked off on July 30, where at the invitation of our partners and collaborators – the Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Mauritius Football Association – she attended the final of the Council of …

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Education USA Pre-Departure Orientation Program

Wednesday July 19, 2017 – Macarty House, Vacoas Each year, the U.S. Embassy sponsors its Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) program for all students who have been accepted into undergraduate/graduate programs at various universities and colleges in the United States that start that Fall, including Fulbright and Humphrey Exchange participants.  The PDO is hosted by the Embassy’s …

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Once Upon a Time… Dasha Kelly Hamilton Was in Mauritius!

From a creative writing class with authors to a talk with NGOs on how to help children express their emotions through art to discussing the creative industry with entrepreneurs, spoken word artist, writer and social entrepreneur Dasha Kelly Hamilton had a busy schedule during her stay in Mauritius.

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