July 03
Liberia: Lawmakers Ride Tricycles To Work in Protest Over Incentives
Barely a month after Speaker J. Fonati Koffa warned of a potential shutdown of the House of Representatives due to alleged funding delays by the Ministry of Finance, some… Read more »
Liberia: LTA Takes Consumer Engagement to Todee District
In continued efforts to strengthen its consumer regulation and create a common environment between MNOs and consumers, the Liberia Telecommunications Authority, LTA recently held a… Read more »
Liberia: House Pardons Finance Minister, Withdraws Contempt Charge
The House of Representatives has voted to forgive and clear Mr. Boima S. Kamara, the Minister of Finance and Development Planning, of contempt of the Legislature. Read more »
July 01
Namibia: Dr. Moniba, Namibia PM to Address Nalafem Summit
The summit, one of Africa's largest multigenerational platforms, features panels and keynotes from distinguished speakers and partners, ranging from former presidents and diplomats… Read more »
Liberia: UNDP Convenes Online Dialogue On Carbon Market
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, convened an online meeting with experts and stakeholders on the carbon market. Read more »
Liberia: Health Workers' Go-Slow Action Leads to Infant's Death in Voinjama
A tragic incident occurred in Sheriff Quarter, Voinjoma, Lofa County on June 25, 2024, where one-year-old Sona Trawally passed away after being denied medical treatment at… Read more »
Liberia: Fly Launches Youth Impact Monitoring, Advocacy Program
The Federation of Liberian Youth (FLY) has launched the Youth Impact Monitoring and Advocacy Program under the theme "Harnessing Youth Power, Tracking Progress, and Driving… Read more »
Liberia: 'Only Unity Can Give Power Back to Us' - Opposition
The Congress of Democratic Change (CDC) has initiated a comeback campaign for the 2029 Presidential Election, aiming to unify its base and rally support for a resurgence following… Read more »
June 28
Liberia: Police Arrest Eight People in Connection With Thursday's Incident in Weala
Police in Margibi County has arrested several persons in connection with yesterday arson and looting on the offices of Salala Rubber Corporation in Weala Read more »
June 27
Liberia: 'Christians Enjoy Preferential Treatment,' U.S. Report Says
The U.S. Department of State report on religious freedom sheds light on religious biases against Muslims, others. Read more »
June 26
Liberia: Liberian Athlete Sweeps Two Gold Medals At African Athletics Championship
Joseph Fahanbulleh swept two gold medals up for grabs in the men's 100m and 200m at the 23rd African Athletics Championship in Douala, Cameroon, proving his competitiveness at the… Read more »
Liberia: World Bank Commits U.S.$45 Million to Liberia's Renewable Energy
The World Bank Group announced today the approval of a second disbursement of US$45 million for Liberia's Renewable Energy Solar Power Intervention Project (RESPITE). This… Read more »
Liberia: Nafaa's FMP Threatens Artisanal Fisheries
Liberia's artisanal fisheries sector faces significant potential challenges as the livelihoods of nearly 60,000 local fishermen are at stake due to proposed plans for industrial… Read more »
June 25
Liberia: Michiel Van Der Merwe Takes Helm At Arcelormittal Liberia
ArcelorMittal, a global leader in steel production, has announced a leadership change at its Liberian subsidiary,ArcelorMittal Liberia. Michiel Van Der Merwe will assume the role… Read more »
Liberia: Liberian Farmers Optimistic After Lifting of Ban On Unprocessed Rubber
Liberian farmers have welcomed the lifting, in May 2024, of a controversial six-month ban on unprocessed rubber exports. The Consortium of Rubber Sector Actors of Liberia (CORSAL),… Read more »
Liberia: Bong Net Account Balance Stands At Over $1m
Bong County has revealed a net account balance of 1.6 million United States Dollars, consisting of both USD and Liberian Dollars, according to an Income Statement from the Central… Read more »
Liberia: Debt Court Freezes Western Cluster Affiliate Company's Accounts
The Debt Court for Montserrado County issued an order to freeze the accounts of Citadel Mining Services and Construction, a Ghanaian company subcontracted by Western Cluster, over… Read more »
Liberia: Lawmakers' Indebtedness 'Crippling UMU's Operations'
The United Methodist University (UMU) is facing significant financial challenges -- a situation that is practically crippling the operations of the institution, Rev. Yar Donlah… Read more »
Liberia: Boakai Relieves Nelson, Appoints Dr. Conteh to Lead Search for UL Prez
In a move aimed at resolving a weeks-long standoff between the University of Liberia (UL) faculty and administration, President Joseph N. Boakai, Sr. has appointed Ambassador Dr.… Read more »
Liberia: Nafaa DG Denies Corruption Scandal
The Director General of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority (NaFAA) has denied corruption allegations surrounding the World Bank-funded Liberia Sustainable Management… Read more »
June 24
Liberia: Rural Communities Experience Major Boost in Cassava Production, Processing
Several cassava farmers in five of the fifteen counties of Liberia have reported that they are experiencing some level of productivity in their farming activities. Read more »
Liberia: Locals Want New Company for Forest
The Tarsue Authorized Community Forest in Sinoe County wants a contract with a new logging company. Read more »
Liberia: WECC Hits Back At Criticism of Acting Executive Director Massaquoi
The office of the War and Economic Crimes Courts (WECC) for Liberia has hit back at a selected group of civil society organizations under the banner of the "Coalition for the… Read more »
Liberia: House Commits to Changes in Rules, Procedures
The House of Representatives has committed to significant changes in its rules and procedures, aiming to modernize and enhance its legislative processes. During a three-day… Read more »
Liberia: Boakai Treading Dangerous Ground With Media
What was intended to be a cordial tête-à-tête between Presidential Press Secretary Kula Fofana and media executives on Thursday, June 20, turned sour when… Read more »