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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 10 July, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 1 June, 2023 | Topics: Events
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 31 May, 2023 | Topics: Events, News
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 16 December, 2022 | Topics: Africa, Economic Affairs, Events, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: 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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 16 December, 2022 | Topics: Africa, Economic Affairs, Events, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 9 December, 2022 | Topics: Africa, Events, News, Seychelles, Speeches, U.S. Embassy in Port Louis
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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By naidud | 27 September, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador's Fund, Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy, Events, History, News, Press Releases
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 27 September, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador's Fund, Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy, Events, History, Speeches
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 8 June, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 16 May, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy has officially announced the names of the 10 young African Leaders from Mauritius and Seychelles who were selected out of the 200-plus applicants for the 2022 Mandela Washington Fellowship Program.
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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 16 May, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 7 February, 2022 | Topics: Events
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 17 December, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 15 November, 2021 | Topics: Events
Exercise Cutlass Express 2021, sponsored by U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) and conducted by U.S. Naval Forces Africa, successfully took place in Seychelles from July 26 to August 5. The closing ceremony was held in Seychelles on August 6, 2021.
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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 6 August, 2021 | Topics: Events
This month, the State Department launched the 2021 Investment Climate Statements to provide up-to-date, detailed information on the economies of more than 170 countries, including Mauritius and Seychelles. Read more.
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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 29 July, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Watch the beautiful performance of The Star-Spangled Banner, the U.S. National Anthem, by the students at Atelier Mo’zar:
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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 6 July, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
In celebration and recognition of Pride Month, the U.S. Embassy in Port Louis has illuminated the balcony with the symbolic rainbow colors in support of equality and LGBTQI+ rights.
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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 22 June, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 13 January, 2021 | Topics: Commercial Opportunities, Embassy, Events, News
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 25 October, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 22 July, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 1 July, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 20 April, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 15 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 4 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, News
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 7 September, 2019 | Topics: Events, News
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 9 July, 2019 | Topics: American Spaces, Embassy, English Language Learning, Events, News
Use Your Voice, Use Your Vote Port Louis, April 29, 2019: Are you aged between 18 and 22 years old? Are you interested in politics? Will you vote for the first time in the next election? Register for the FREE Youth Political Engagement Conference organized by the Embassy of the United States of America. …
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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 6 May, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Embassy, Events, News
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 31 October, 2018 | Topics: Alumni, American Spaces, Education, Embassy, Events, News
Come join the first ever English Language Teaching and Learning Conference in Mauritius. It’s happening on September 6, 2018 at the Open University of Mauritius, in Curepipe. Click here for more information on this free event! RSVP by August 31st on ESUMAU@intnet.mu
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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 20 August, 2018 | Topics: Education, Embassy, Events, News
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 24 July, 2018 | Topics: American Spaces, English Language Learning, Events, News, U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | Tags: Conference, Education, English language
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 7 August, 2017 | Topics: Africa, Education, Embassy, Events, Gender Issues, News, U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | Tags: Africa Regional Services, football, gender equality, soccer, Soccer Envoy, Sports Diplomacy
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 26 July, 2017 | Topics: Education, Events, News
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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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 13 April, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Education, Embassy, Events, Gender Issues, News, U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | Tags: iip; slam;
Chargé d’Affaires Dr. Melanie Zimmerman hosted an afternoon tea in celebration of International Women’s Day. We were glad to have the participants of the recent The Leadership We Want conference with us!
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By U.S. Embassy in Port Louis | 27 March, 2017 | Topics: Alumni, Chargé D’Affaires, Embassy, Events, Gender Issues, Human Rights, News | Tags: WID; International Women's Day; alumni