US Sanctions List Updated: Three Individuals Removed, Including One From Lesotho

Washington D.C. - The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has made significant changes to its Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons list, removing three individuals from the sanctions list.

Changes to the Sanctions List

In response to President Joe Biden’s Executive Order 14022, which terminated the national emergency declared in June 2020 with respect to the International Criminal Court, OFAC has made significant changes to its list. This move reflects a shift in US sanctions policy towards aligning with global efforts towards justice and diplomacy.

Individuals Removed from the List

Three individuals have been removed from the sanctions list:

• Phakiso Mochochoko of Lesotho: Mochochoko’s removal brings relief to individuals and organizations in Lesotho who may have been impacted by his previous designation. His passport details show a nationality of Lesotho and a date of birth of September 4, 1957.
• Fatou Bensooda and Fatou Bom Bensooda, both Gambian nationals with connections to the International Criminal Court. The two women were previously listed for their alleged association with the ICC.

Impact on Individuals and Organizations

These deletions mark a significant shift in US sanctions policy, as OFAC continues to refine its lists to better align with global efforts towards justice and diplomacy. All entities and individuals are advised to review the changes and take necessary actions to comply with applicable regulations.

What’s Next?

The updated list is now effective, and all entities and individuals are encouraged to review the changes and take necessary actions to comply with applicable regulations. This move reflects a shift in US sanctions policy towards aligning with global efforts towards justice and diplomacy.