https://editorials.voa.gov/z/3229 Editorials on Voice of America expressing U.S. Policy on Africa. https://editorials.voa.gov/Content/responsive/VOA/en-US-POLICY/img/logo.png https://editorials.voa.gov/z/3229 en 2026 - VOA 60 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:44:11 -0400 Pangea CMS – VOA The United States is offering a reward for information leading to the arrest or conviction of the terrorists that attacked a military base in Kenya three years ago. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/reward-offered-for-maalim-ayman/6945039.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/reward-offered-for-maalim-ayman/6945039.html Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:12:00 -0400 Rewards for FugitivesAfricaEconomySecurity “The United States remains committed to defending women, children, and families from ideological extremism,” said Acting U.S. Representative to the Economic and Social Council at UN Shrier. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/protecting-women-from-gender-ideology/8010962.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/protecting-women-from-gender-ideology/8010962.html Fri, 14 Mar 2025 13:58:33 -0400 AmericasAfricaAsiaEuropeHuman RightsMiddle EastGovernance "We encourage dialogue between the Yemen and Al-Shabaab sanctions Panels ... to shed light on and ultimately sever the ties between the Houthis and Al-Shabaab," said Ambassador Kelley. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/al-shabaab-still-a-threat-in-somalia/8005499.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/al-shabaab-still-a-threat-in-somalia/8005499.html Mon, 10 Mar 2025 13:15:32 -0400 AfricaEconomyHuman RightsMiddle EastSecurityGovernance "We are gravely concerned with the RSF’s ongoing attacks on the Zamzam IDP camp in Northern Darfur and reports militias allied with the SAF are using civilians as human shields," said Ambassador Kelley. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/alarming-events-in-darfur/7992619.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/alarming-events-in-darfur/7992619.html Fri, 28 Feb 2025 11:47:33 -0500 AfricaHealthHuman RightsGovernance "Partnerships among MINUSCA, the CAR government, and the local population are essential to achieve the mission’s priority tasks," said Ambassador Kelley. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/upcoming-elections-could-make-big-difference-in-central-african-republic/7988842.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/upcoming-elections-could-make-big-difference-in-central-african-republic/7988842.html Wed, 26 Feb 2025 10:32:39 -0500 AfricaDemocracyEconomyHuman RightsDefense "We now have confirmed reports from Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights of summary executions of children at the hands of M23," said Ambassador Shea. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/m23-must-immediately-cease-its-attacks-in-the-drc/7987795.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/m23-must-immediately-cease-its-attacks-in-the-drc/7987795.html Tue, 25 Feb 2025 14:40:14 -0500 AfricaEconomyHuman RightsSecurityGovernance “The persistence of conflict impedes economic development and dissuades U.S. businesses from investing in both Rwanda and the DRC - a loss for the region and the American people,” said Spokesperson Bruce. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-sanctions-two-entities-linked-to-abuses-in-drc/7986215.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-sanctions-two-entities-linked-to-abuses-in-drc/7986215.html Mon, 24 Feb 2025 12:55:31 -0500 AfricaEconomyHuman RightsSecurity "Fuel smuggling is leading to a massive transfer of wealth out of Libya," said Ambassador Shea. "For the welfare of the Libyan people, this theft and corruption must be addressed." https://editorials.voa.gov/a/libya-s-post-civil-war-promise-remains-unfulfilled/7983600.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/libya-s-post-civil-war-promise-remains-unfulfilled/7983600.html Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:46:36 -0500 AfricaDemocracyEconomy “Countering ISIS and other terrorist groups around the world is a top priority for the Trump Administration,” said Ambassador Shea. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/sustained-international-cooperation-in-fight-against-terrorism/7973822.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/sustained-international-cooperation-in-fight-against-terrorism/7973822.html Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:17:37 -0500 Middle EastAfricaHuman RightsDefense "I will be cutting off all future funding to South Africa until a full investigation of this situation has been completed!” said President Trump. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/trump-confronts-human-rights-violations-in-south-africa/7971037.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/trump-confronts-human-rights-violations-in-south-africa/7971037.html Tue, 11 Feb 2025 13:26:04 -0500 AfricaHuman Rights The change to USAID “is not about ending foreign aid,” said Secretary Rubio. “It’s about structuring it in a way that furthers the national interest of the United States.” https://editorials.voa.gov/a/restructuring-u-s-foreign-aid/7969596.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/restructuring-u-s-foreign-aid/7969596.html Mon, 10 Feb 2025 12:44:31 -0500 AmericasAfricaAsiaEconomyEuropeHuman RightsMiddle EastAid "The people of South Sudan deserve peace, freedom to participate in civic and political processes, and a government responsive to their needs," said Ambassador Kelley. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/will-south-sudan-finally-hold-elections-/7967017.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/will-south-sudan-finally-hold-elections-/7967017.html Fri, 07 Feb 2025 14:08:39 -0500 AfricaDemocracySecurity In a statement, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the airstrikes were undertaken in coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia and targeted ISIS-Somalia operatives in the Golis mountains. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/isis-terrorists-in-somalia-targeted-and-destroyed/7964111.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/isis-terrorists-in-somalia-targeted-and-destroyed/7964111.html Wed, 05 Feb 2025 13:32:24 -0500 AfricaHuman RightsDefenseGovernance The United States and the G7 "strongly condemn the Rwanda-backed M23 offensive in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, and in particular, the capture of Minova, Saké and Goma." https://editorials.voa.gov/a/warring-parties-in-drc-must-honor-their-commitments/7964087.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/warring-parties-in-drc-must-honor-their-commitments/7964087.html Wed, 05 Feb 2025 13:20:00 -0500 AfricaHuman RightsDefenseGovernance “The horrific acts of violence committed by the SAF and the RSF must end,” said Ambassador Shea. “It is long past time to halt the killing, and to empower the Sudanese people in their pursuit of a peaceful and prosperous future.” https://editorials.voa.gov/a/no-good-guys-in-sudan-conflict/7958555.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/no-good-guys-in-sudan-conflict/7958555.html Fri, 31 Jan 2025 12:59:13 -0500 AfricaHuman RightsSecurityGovernance “We serve together at a dangerous time,” said Defense Secretary Hegseth. “Together we will accomplish the President’s mission to deter war, and if necessary, defeat and destroy our enemies.” https://editorials.voa.gov/a/in-support-of-a-lethal-and-meritorious-fighting-force/7958540.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/in-support-of-a-lethal-and-meritorious-fighting-force/7958540.html Fri, 31 Jan 2025 12:48:39 -0500 AsiaAfricaAmericasEuropeMiddle EastDefense “We call for an immediate ceasefire and end to this fighting. Rwanda must withdraw troops from the DRC. Rwanda and the DRC must return to the negotiating table and work toward a sustainable, peaceful solution,” said Ambassador Shea. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/rwanda-must-withdraw-forces-from-drc/7955790.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/rwanda-must-withdraw-forces-from-drc/7955790.html Wed, 29 Jan 2025 13:56:15 -0500 AfricaHuman RightsSecurityGovernance "Every dollar we spend, every program we fund, and every policy we pursue must be justified with the answer to three simple questions," said Secretary Rubio. "Does it make America safer? Does it make America stronger? Does it make America more prosperous?" https://editorials.voa.gov/a/realigning-foreign-assistance-with-american-interests/7953297.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/realigning-foreign-assistance-with-american-interests/7953297.html Tue, 28 Jan 2025 12:30:31 -0500 AmericasAfricaAsiaEconomyEuropeMiddle EastGovernance "Investing in women’s health and well-being saves lives, allows women and girls more opportunities, and protects the family as the fundamental unit of society," said Secretary Rubio. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/promoting-women-s-health-and-development/7953291.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/promoting-women-s-health-and-development/7953291.html Tue, 28 Jan 2025 12:24:55 -0500 EuropeAfricaAmericasAsiaHealthMiddle EastDevelopment "My message to every business in the world is very simple: Come make your product in America, and we will give you among the lowest taxes of any nation on Earth," said President Trump. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/president-trump-speaks-to-the-world-economic-forum/7951847.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/president-trump-speaks-to-the-world-economic-forum/7951847.html Mon, 27 Jan 2025 11:59:28 -0500 EuropeAfricaAmericasAsiaEconomyMiddle EastSecurityGovernance