September 17
Liberia: Ngafuan Plans to Curb Leakages, Grow Budget
Liberian Observer
Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan has officially resumed his position as Minister of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP), as he commits to curb revenue leakages and expand the country's… Read more »
Liberia: House Reviews Bills On Creation of 'Townships' in Lofa
Liberian Observer
Members of the House of Representatives are reviewing the creation of three townships owing to political and social-economic implications and developments in Electoral District #2,… Read more »
Liberia: Nimba County Supt. Kou Gono 'Abandons' Official Office
Liberian Investigator
Accusations have surfaced against Nimba County Superintendent, Kou Meapeh Gono, for abandoning her official office and performing her county duties from her residence. Read more »
Liberia: EU Ambassador Joins LNRCS On a Mission to Flood-Affected Communities
Liberian Observer
The European Union (EU) Ambassador to Liberia, Nona Deprez, will join the Liberia National Red Cross Society (LNRCS) on a two-day official visit to flood-impacted areas in… Read more »
Liberia: FC Fassell Crowned Champions of Soccer for Peace 2024 - a Victory for Football and Unity
Liberian Observer
In a thrilling conclusion to the 2nd edition of the Soccer for Peace Tournament 2024, FC Fassell of Liberia emerged victorious, clinching the title after a series of remarkable… Read more »
Liberia: New LEC Tariffs Imminent
Liberian Observer
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Liberia: Speaker Koffa Urges Grand Kru Students to Remain Focused
Liberian Investigator
The Speaker of the 55th National Legislature, Cllr. J. Fornati Koffa, has urged the students of Grand Kru County to remain focused on their academic endeavors to meet future… Read more »
September 16
Liberia: Koijee Pushes Govt to Find Charloe's Killers
New Republic
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Liberia: Ambassador Toner Reaffirms U.S. Support for Liberia's Energy Sector, Calls for Shift From Assistance to Strategic Partnership
FrontPageAfrica
U.S. Ambassador to Liberia, Mark Toner, has reaffirmed the United States' commitment to Liberia's energy sector during a recent tour of the Mount Coffee Hydropower Plant. After a… Read more »
Liberia: President Boakai Commissions Augustine Ngafuan As Liberia's Finance & Development Planning Minister
FrontPageAfrica
President Joseph Nyumah Boakai has commissioned Hon. Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan as Liberia's new Minister of Finance. The appointment, made by His Excellency Joseph Nyumah Boakai,… Read more »
Liberia: CDC SG Vows Defiance As Court Orders Eviction From Party Headquarters
Liberian Investigator
The former ruling Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), risks losing the grounds that hosted its headquarters for about two decades with the courts issuing an eviction order, but… Read more »
Liberia: Burkinabe Nationals Seek Urgent Protection Amid Harassment Claims
Liberian Investigator
A group of Burkinabe nationals residing in Liberia has raised concerns about ongoing harassment and mistreatment by unidentified individuals claiming to be state security… Read more »
Liberia: Senator Prince Moye Urges Liberian Media to Champion Nation Building and Accountability
Liberian Investigator
Bong County Senator Prince Moye has called on the Liberian media to play an active role in advancing national development, promoting good governance, and holding public officials… Read more »
West Africa: Ecowas Rehabilitates & Integrate Thirteen At-Risk Youths With Start-Up Kits
New Dawn
Liberia has a growing population of at-risk youths, which, if not rehabilitated for reintegration quickly, could negatively impact the country's already declining human resource… Read more »
September 14
Liberia: Empowering the Next Generation Is The Key to a Thriving Democracy [document]
Amos Claudius Sawyer Foundation
As we approach the International Day of Democracy on 15 September, it's crucial to reflect on the role of the next generation in shaping the future of democratic governance. This… Read more »
Liberia: The Special Representative Leonardo Santos Simão Concludes His Visit to Liberia
UNOWAS
As part of his continued regional engagement, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS),… Read more »
September 13
Liberia: U.S. Embassy Accused of Arbitrary Dismissals
Liberian Observer
The life of Abraham Baryogar, not his real name, has been in total shackle since his arbitrary dismissal by the Embassy of the United States of America accredited near Monrovia. Read more »
Liberia: 'Lawmakers Insensitive'
New Republic
Liberians are furious over the allotment of whooping $45thousand dollars in the national budget for lawmakers' vehicles in the face of biting of economic realities they are faced… Read more »
Liberia: FGM Practice Still Taking Place in Nimba County
New Republic
Female Genital Mutilation of FGM is reportedly still being practiced or carried on Nimba County by traditional women, prompting Ambassador Juli Endee to raise alarm. Read more »
Liberia: LEC Biggest Problem Is Govt
New Republic
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Liberia: LEC Promises More Stable Current During Liberia's Dry Season
Liberian Observer
During the official launch of the World Bank's 2024 Liberia Economic Update (LEU), Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) Chief Operating Officer Kwame Kpekpena gave assurances of a… Read more »
Liberia: Japan Donates U.S.$3Million in Rice Aid to Combat Food Insecurity
Liberian Observer
Japan has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing food security challenges in Liberia with a US$3 million donation under the KR Food Assistance Program. The disclosure was made by… Read more »
Liberia: House to Create Five New Townships in Lofa
Liberian Observer
Following the growing population in Lofa County, the House of Representatives is reviewing a draft law for the smooth governance of those areas as relates to improving the living… Read more »
Liberia: Draft Recast Budget - Lawmakers Must Act Today to Avert Govt Shutdown
Liberian Observer
Today is the last day of the 15-day extra session of the Legislature requested by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, and the lawmakers must do all in their power to ensure that the… Read more »
Liberia: Energy Sector Shows Progress, but Significant Investment Needed
Liberian Observer
The World Bank on Thursday released the fifth edition of its annual Liberia Economic Update, titled Powering Growth with Reliable, Affordable, and Sustainable Energy Access. The… Read more »