December 19, 2023
Liberia: An Analysis of Liberia's Post-Civil War Reconstruction Efforts, the Progress Made, and the Challenges That Remain
The terrible fighting that tore through Liberia from 1989 and 2003 left the country in ruins, ushering in the post-civil war era. In addition to causing serious infrastructural… Read more »
Liberia: U.S. Presidential Aspirant Rollan Roberts Criticizes the Grounds for Visa Restriction On Finance Minister Samuel Tweah
U.S. Presidential aspirant Rollan Roberts condemned the recent sanctions imposed by the United States on Liberian officials, particularly Finance Minister Samuel Tweah. The… Read more »
Liberia: President-Elect Joseph Boakai Meets With U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Molly Phee
President-elect Joseph Boakai held a meeting on Monday with Molly Phee, the United States Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs. During the meeting, the President-elect… Read more »
Liberia: President Weah's Request for Extension of Session Appears to Be Futile
Lawmakers have raised concerns about the apparent futility of President George Weah's request for a legislative extension. Read more »
December 18, 2023
Liberia: President-Elect Joseph Boakai Poised to Have Meetings With Various Officials of U.S. Govt, World Bank and the IMF, Among Others
President-elect Joseph Boakai is expected to have a series of meetings with officials of the United States government this week, spanning various sectors ahead of his inauguration… Read more »
Africa: U.S. Congress Passes Law Enabling U.S. Govt to Prosecute Foreign Corrupt Officials
The U.S. Congress has approved the Foreign Extortion Prevention Act (FEPA) as part of the annual defense spending bill, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The… Read more »
December 06, 2023
Liberia: 'You Are a Tragic Failure' - CDC Stalwart Dr. Lester Tenny Reacts to President Weah's Criticism of Party Officials
Dr. Lester Zomatic Tenny, a stalwart of the Coalition of Democratic Change (CDC), has labeled President George M. Weah as the 'worst president' in Liberia's history, declaring his… Read more »
Liberia: Senate Probes LACC Commissioners' Failure to Declare Assets Amidst Questions On Nominee Conflicts
On Tuesday, December 5, 2023, the Liberian Senate established that commissioners of the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) are yet to declare and publish their assets as… Read more »
Liberia: New Bong Lawmaker Eugine Kollie Reaffirms Support to Koffa's Speaker Bid
Electoral District 5 representative-elect, Eugine Kollie, has reaffirmed his support to the Speakership bid of Grand Kru County Representative, Fonati Koffa, for the 55th… Read more »
Liberia: Criticism Over President-Elect Joseph Boakai's Photo With Convicted Spoon CEO in U.S.
The recent courtesy visit of President-elect Joseph Boakai to Mr. Stanton Witherspoon, the convicted CEO of Spoon Network, has raised serious concerns about the ethical standards… Read more »
December 05, 2023
Liberia: Carter Center Opens Book of Condolence for Fallen Us Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter
The Carter Center-Liberia on Monday, December 4, 2023 opened a book of condolence for its fallen co-founder and former US First Lady, Madam Rosalynn Carter, who died aged 96. Read more »
Liberia: Legal Action Looms As Mcgill, Twehway Face Potential Block From Being Inducted Into the Senate
The National Elections Commission (NEC) is set to certify the winners of the October 10 General and Presidential Elections, along with the subsequent November 14 run-off elections.… Read more »
Liberia: LEC Employees Urged to Maintain Focus On Assigned Duties
The management of the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) is urging employees, especially those from the project department, to maintain focus on their assigned duties,… Read more »
December 01, 2023
Liberia: House Scrutinizes U.S.$20 Milllion Financing Agreement
The House of Representatives on Thursday, mandated its committees on Investment and Agriculture to review and make report to plenary on an Integrated Fisheries Sector Strengthening… Read more »
Liberia: Team Lisa Urges Swift Reinstatement of Legitimate FeJAL Members' Names On the Voters Roll
The National Campaign Management of Team Lisa is raising alarm over the removal of names of legitimate members of the Female Journalists Association of Liberia (FeJAL) from the… Read more »
November 30, 2023
Liberia: Newly Elected Lawmakers Promise to Prioritize Development of Gender Issues in Legislative Discussions
Newly elected members of Liberia's Legislature have pledged their commitment to prioritize issues impacting the growth and development of women, girls, and children in discussions… Read more »
Liberia: LACC Sets Deadline for Outgoing Officials' to Declare Assets
The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has mandated all outgoing officials, including President George Weah and Vice President Jewel Howard Taylor, to declare their assets… Read more »
Liberia: 'I Do Not Own Property Outside Liberia' - Nathaniel Mcgill
Margibi County Senator-elect Mr. Nathaniel McGill denies reports of owning properties in foreign countries, labeling such claims as lies and challenging those making the… Read more »
Liberia: New Liberia Party SB Extols President-Elect Boakai's Resilience, Tolerance in Historic Win
In a special congratulatory message, the Standard Bearer of the New Liberia Party (NLP), Rev. Dr. Joshua Turner has extolled President-elect Joseph Nyuma Boakai on his historic… Read more »
November 27, 2023
Liberia: President-Elect Boakai Transitional Team Appointees Mirrors EJS ERA, As FPA Weighs in On Ejs Exit Versus Gmw Exit
George Weah was a man of many surprises throughout his presidency, but his early concession to former Vice President Joseph Boakai of the Unity Party after the November 14 run-off… Read more »
Liberia: IREDD) Calls On President-Elect Joseph Boakai to Audit the Weah's Administration
The Institute for Research and Democratic Development (IREDD) is calling on President-elect Joseph Boakai to audit the George Weah-led administration adding that it signifies the… Read more »
West Africa: Liberia's Democratic Legacy - A Beacon of Hope in West Africa
IN AN AGE marked by political turbulence and military coups across West Africa, Liberia emerges as a shining example of democratic resilience. The country, still healing from the… Read more »
November 23, 2023
Liberia: President-Elect Boakai Promises 'Responsible and Accountable Govt'
President-elect Joseph Nyuma Boakai has expressed gratitude for the trust bestowed upon him by the Liberian people and outlined his commitment to ushering in a new era of… Read more »
Liberia: World Bank Suspends Liberia's Access to Loans Over Failure to Meet Its Debt Payment Obligations
Liberia faces a setback as the World Bank suspends its access to "unwithdrawn loans" due to the George Weah administration's failure to service previously disbursed loans, marking… Read more »
Liberia: Weah's Mistake Must Not Be Repeated, There's the Need for an Audit
AUDIT IS A process where auditors look out for adherence to laws, rules, regulations, procedures and proper use of financial and other resources. Read more »