U.S. Embassy South Africa

Calling all students who are interested in pursuing their International Relations Postgraduate studies in the U.S.! Join the Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (APSIA) as they host an online graduate school fair on Thursday, July 25, 2024.    Top U.S. graduate schools of international affairs and policy will be online to help young professionals and students find the right masters, mid-career, or PhD program. Register now at bit.ly/apsiajuly24. 

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐖𝐄 𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒    The U.S. Mission to South Africa and the Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) proudly announce the launch of the 2024 Academy for Women Entrepreneurs program in Lesotho, Eswatini and South Africa.      The 2024 Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE LESA) is here to equip women aged 21-35 in Bloemfontein, Cape Town, Johannesburg, Maseru, Manzini, Pietermaritzburg, and Polokwane, with businesses operating for 1 to 3 years, with robust business skills necessary to grow and scale their businesses.      With more than 700 women entrepreneurs trained to date, AWE LESA reflects the United States' commitment to advancing gender equity and economic prosperity in Southern Africa.     AWE LESA offers:   ✨ FREE enrollment in the Najafi 100 Million Learners Global Initiative by the Thunderbird School of Global Management  ✨ Expert-led business management training & mentorship   ✨ Networking with like-minded entrepreneurs     Applications are now open until August 4, 2024, at 11:59 pm South Africa Standard Time (SAST). There is no cost to apply or participate in the program. Click here to apply: https://apo-opa.co/3WvSAIa      Join us in fostering economic growth and building stronger communities. Tag and share this post with your network.  #AWEnergized #AWELESA2024 #WomenInBusiness #AWE #EntrepreneurshipDevelopment #CommunityImpact #USwithSA  

If you become a victim of a crime while traveling abroad, our consular officers are here to assist you. Visit the U.S. Citizen Services page on the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate’s website for contact information: www.usembassy.gov.

On Tuesday, we partnered with RMB - Rand Merchant Bank, to host an evening reception for key AmCham members, RMB corporate clients, and representatives from the U.S. Embassy South Africa and Consulate. This event provided an opportunity to reflect on the new South African government and celebrate U.S.-South Africa and Africa relations. U.S. Ambassador to South Africa, Hon. Reuben Brigety, II, delivered remarks and engaged with attendees through a Q&A session. 

🚨 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭! 🚨 The U.S. Mission to South Africa is seeking a highly skilled Electrical Engineer Supervisor to join our team! Under the supervision of the Facility Manager, you'll lead a team of skilled tradespersons and be responsible for maintaining the New Consulate Compound's Electrical Power Distribution Systems, both interior and exterior. 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞: ⚡ Generators ⚡ Voltage Regulators ⚡ Transformers ⚡ Medium and Low-Voltage Switchgear ⚡ Automatic Transfer Switches ⚡ Motor Control Centers ⚡ Distribution Panel-Boards and Sub-Panels ⚡ Feeder Wire and Cabling ⚡ Branch Circuit Wiring ⚡ Lighting and Power Outlets ⚡ Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Systems Deadline to apply: 23 July 2024 Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of a dynamic team! For more details and to apply, visit: https://lnkd.in/dqjQjSi3 #JobOpportunity #ElectricalEngineer #USwithSA #JoinOurTeam #EngineeringJobs #SouthAfrica

This Nelson Mandela Day, the U.S. Mission to South Africa honors the legacy of a global icon who dedicated his life to the service of humanity. Nelson Mandela's unwavering commitment to justice, equality, and reconciliation continues to inspire us all. 📜 "It is in your hands to create a better world for all who live in it." - Nelson Mandela How are you contributing to a better world today? Share your stories with us! #MandelaDay #Ubuntu #USwithSA

📢 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲! 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔.𝐒. 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫! Are you detail-oriented with a knack for project management? The U.S. Mission is looking for a dedicated Maintenance Inspector to oversee facility maintenance projects and ensure compliance with design and contractual terms. 🔧 Key Responsibilities: - Review and monitor maintenance projects for compliance - Prepare progress reports and inspect contract and preventive maintenance projects - Assist the Project Manager with government-owned facilities - Use Office suite, databases, and technical equipment for inspection reports - Act as Contracting Officer Representative (COR) or Government Technical Monitor (GTM) - Recommend approval of shop drawings and submittals - Maintain a daily log of project progress and suggest change orders 💼 This is a 24/7 operation requiring availability after hours and weekends for emergencies. Be ready to step up as a Facility Duty Officer when needed! 📅 Deadline to apply: 23 July 2024 🔗 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/djgKQd7m Don’t miss this opportunity to make a significant impact at the U.S. Mission to South Africa! #JobOpportunity #MaintenanceInspector #USwithSA #FacilityManagement

🌟 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭! 🌟 Congratulations to our esteemed colleague, Syabonga Msweli, Political and Economic Specialist at the U.S. Consulate in Durban, on being recognized as one of the top 200 Young South Africans by Mail & Guardian 2024! Your dedication and leadership in shaping the future are truly commendable. Here's to continuing to inspire us all with your unwavering passion and vision. Keep up the great work! #YoungLeaders #USinKZN #USConsulateDurban

𝐀𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐧𝐢 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐢 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝: IVLP - Fundraising for Historical and Cultural Institutions Before Covid-19 and in the Present (2021). 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐢 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬: Tali Nates, founder and director of the Johannesburg Holocaust and Genocide Center, is dedicated to educating South Africans about the dangers of xenophobia and other forms of discrimination. Born to a family of Holocaust survivors saved by Oskar Schindler, Tali uses her personal history to teach youth the importance of standing against antisemitism, racism, and other forms of othering. She promotes reconciliation in post-conflict societies and contributes to scholarly work on African historical trauma. In January 2023, she received the Secretary of State's US Religious Freedom Award. 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐕𝐋𝐏: The IVLP program facilitated valuable networking, leading to an internship program with the College of Charleston and funding for a Johannesburg project on youth leadership and democracy. 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞: Tali Nates continues her work at the Johannesburg Holocaust and Genocide Center. #AlumniFeature #USwithSA

🌍 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬? 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐚-𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔.𝐒. 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩! 🇺🇸✈️ Contact us at 📧 [email protected] for assistance with: - Visa applications - Appointment scheduling - Required documentation - Status updates - General visa inquiries Our team is dedicated to providing you with the information and support you need. Reach out today and make your travel dreams a reality! ✨ #USwithSA #TravelToUSA #VisaSupport #ConsularServices #TravelTips