Embassy of the United States

Rural Radio of Mamou Transmitter grand opening
PAO McLean and his staff participated in the inaugural ceremony of the new transmitter of Radio Rurale of Mamou. PAS Conakry purchased this more powerful transmitter to help the community radio station reach a larger audience in Middle Guinea

Guineans gather to watch Obama’s speech to the Muslim world
On June 4, the U.S. Embassy hosted a group of 68 journalists, academics, students, religious leaders and representatives of Islamic women’s associations to witness President Barack Obama’s historic speech to the Muslim world.

President Obama Speaks to Muslim World from Cairo June 4
Saying he came to seek a new beginning between the United States and Muslims around the world, President Obama told an audience in Cairo June 4 that the cycle of suspicion and discord that has defined the relationship for so long must end.

Guinea-United States Alumni Association holds 2009 General Assembly
On May 26, the Guinea-United States Alumni Association (GUSAA) held their 2009 General Assembly at the U.S. Embassy in Conakry. Ambassador Elizabeth Raspolic opened the meeting, emphasizing the important role that alumni can play in promoting good governance and democratic values in Guinea.

Obama’s First 100 Days with Dr. Lorenzo Morris
On May 19, the U.S. Embassy in Conakry, in collaboration with Africa Regional Services of Paris, hosted a digital video conference with Dr. Lorenzo Morris on “Obama’s First 100 Days.” Dr. Morris, the Chair of the Political Science Department at Howard University and current Fulbright professor in Paris.