The Secretary will advance US-Africa collaboration on shared global priorities, including ending the COVID-19 pandemic and rebuilding a more inclusive global economy, combating the climate crisis, revitalizing democracies, and advancing peace and security, according to a statement released by the US embassy in Abuja’s Public Affairs Section.

Secretary Blinken will begin his visit in Nairobi, Kenya, where he will meet with Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign Affairs Ambassador Raychelle Omamo to reiterate the strategic cooperation between the two countries.

Secretary Blinken will then go to Abuja to meet with President Muhammadu Buhari, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, and Foreign Minister Geoffrey Onyeama to explore ways to improve global health security, promote energy access and economic growth, and revitalize democracy. In the capital of Africa’s largest democracy, the Secretary of State will deliver a speech on US-Africa policy. In addition, the Secretary of State will meet with digital entrepreneurs in Nigeria.

The Secretary will conclude his trip in Dakar,  Senegal where he will meet with President Macky Sall and Foreign Minister Aïssata Tall Sall to reaffirm the close partnership between our two countries.  Given President Sall’s upcoming African Union chairmanship, Secretary Blinken looks forward to discussing regional issues and shared values.  The Secretary will engage in events that highlight America’s strong commercial relationship with Senegal, amplify the role of female Senegalese entrepreneurs, and showcase the U.S. partnership to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.