July 19, 2023
Liberia: CDC Reportedly Engages in Talks With ALP Leader Benoni Urey to Garner Support for President Weah's Re-Election Campaign
The ruling Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) has reportedly initiated discussions with Benoni Urey, leader of the All Liberian Party (ALP), in an effort to secure his… Read more »
Liberia: INCHR Boss Dempster Brown Calls for Urgency in Addressing GBV Prevention and Response in Liberia
The Chairperson of the Independent National Commission on Human Rights (INCHR), Cllr. Dempster Brown, has stressed the need for urgency in tackling forms of Sexual-Based Violence… Read more »
Liberia: Eugene Nagbe Temporarily Steps Away From Maritime Authority to Lead President Weah's Re-Election Campaign
Following his appointment as the National Campaign Chairman for President George Manneh Weah's second term bid, Lenn Eugene Nagbe, the Commissioner of the Liberia Maritime… Read more »
Liberia: Liberia Maritime Authority Wins Intra-Governmental Tourney
The Liberia Maritime Authority (LMA) was crowned champions of the Intra-Governmental Tournament after a 2-0 win over the Liberia Land Authority (LLA) at the Samuel Kanyon Doe… Read more »
Africa: Equitable Trade Agreements, Regional Trade Will Drive Investment in Africa - Deputy Minister Wolokollie Addresses London Forum
Equitable Trade agreements, transparent governance, and regulations driving regional trade are among the policies critical to stimulating trade and investment across Africa. Read more »
Liberia: 'Talk and Not Do! a Pattern of Failed Promises for Liberian Women'
ON MAY 11, 2023, Heads and Executive Committee Members of Political Parties and the National Elections Commission signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote women's… Read more »
Liberia: Paynesville FC Announces Pre-Season Tournament
The Samuel Kanyon Doe Sports Complex Practice pitch will take center stage as eight teams compete in a thrilling five-day preseason tournament known as the "Paynesville Cup." This… Read more »
Liberia: Liberian People's Party Urges Government to Halt Negotiation With Blue Carbon for One Million Hectare Forest Land
Amid incessant report that the Government of Liberia is negotiating with the UAE-based Blue Carbon for a possible one million hectares of forest land, the opposition Liberian… Read more »
Liberia: Raji Urges Athletes and Medics to Be Ambassadors of Anti-Doping in Sports
Liberia Football Association president, Mustapha Raji, urged participants of a two-day Anti-Doping workshop to serve as ambassadors of Anti-Doping in sports. Raji addressed the… Read more »
Liberia: Eight CBOs to Undertake 'Put Women There, 2023 Elections' Advocacy Initiative
Ahead of the 2023 General and Presidential Elections in Liberia, 40 women from Eight (8) woman-led Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) under a Memorandum of Understanding have… Read more »
July 18, 2023
Liberia: 'Liberia Is Not a Test Tube for Failed Experiments' - Pres. Weah Warns Opponents Against Former VP Boakai
In a spirited rally organized by the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC), President George M. Weah called upon Liberians to remain vigilant against the empty promises of failed… Read more »
Liberia: USAID and Land Authority Agree to Collaborate On Land Reform
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Liberia Land Authority (LLA) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), setting forth a collaborative… Read more »
Liberia: USAID and Partners Begin Major Sanitation And Business Orientation Workshop in Gbarnga
A three-day countywide sanitation activity and business partners orientation workshop is currently ongoing in Gbarnga, Bong County. Read more »
Liberia: Pres. Aspirant Sara Beysolow Nyanti Vows to Introduce Principles of Equitable Wealth Distribution If Elected - Frowns Against Divisive Politics
Presidential aspirant Sara Beysolow Nyanti has vowed to introduce a national vision that will drive inclusive prosperity and discourage divisive politics, which she believes are… Read more »
Liberia: Lone Star Coach Keita Optimistic of Qualification
Following the recent draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers, Liberia's national football team head coach, Ansumana Keita, expressed his optimism about their chances of… Read more »
Liberia: Under the Radar - Low-Key Presidential Aspirants Push for a Better Liberia Amidst Focus On Weah, Boakai, Cummings & Gongloe
Liberia's National Elections Commission (NEC) has released a provisional list of 20 aspirants contesting for the presidency in the 2023 general election, promising a crowded race… Read more »
Liberia: Agriculture Minister Calls for Competition in Agric Sector to Boost Economy
Liberia's Agriculture Minister, Jeanine Cooper, has emphasized the importance of investment and competition in the agriculture sector, specifically in rubber processing, as part of… Read more »
Liberia: Liberia Bracing for Another Qualifier
With the draw for the FIFA 2026 World Cup ( CAF) drawn and Liberia placed in Group H with Tunisia Carthage Eagles, National Thunder of Equatorial Guinea, Brave Warriors of Namibia,… Read more »
Liberia: ALJA Condemns Closure of Spoon Network
The Association of Liberian Journalists in the Americas (ALJA) says the recent closure of the Spoon Network on the orders of the Liberia Civil Law Court is troubling and… Read more »
Liberia: Lofa County Senator Joseph Jallah Explores Education and Anti-Drug Initiatives During U.S. Visit
Lofa County's newly elected Senator, Cllr. Joseph Jallah, was recently invited by the office of the Trade Commission of the state of North Dakota to discuss Teacher Education,… Read more »
Africa: Liberia Commends African Union for Formal Endorsement of UNSC Candidature
The Government of Liberia has commended the African Union for formally endorsing Liberia's candidature for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for… Read more »
Liberia: Defense Lawyers File Motion to Advance Charloe Musu's Murder Case On Trial Docket
After securing a significant legal victory at the Supreme Court, where the government's petition was denied by the Justice In Chambers, the legal team representing Justice Gloria… Read more »
July 14, 2023
Rwanda: Leymah Gbowee to Speak At Women Deliver Conference in Kigali
The Women Deliver (WD) Organization, which advocates for the sexual and reproductive health and rights of women and advances gender equity, has invited Nobel Peace Laureate Leymah… Read more »
Liberia: FLY Solicits Political Parties' Commitments to Upholding Butuo Declaration Peace Accord Before and After Elections
The Federation of Liberian Youth (FLY) with support from the European Union (EC) wants political parties to sign the Butuo Declaration as part of peace and promotion of a united… Read more »
Liberia: World Bank Pledges U.S.$300 Million for Construction of Second St. Paul River Hydroelectric Dam in Lower Bong County
The World Bank Group has pledged US$300 million to the Republic of Liberia for the construction of a second Hydroelectric Dam (SP-2) further up the St. Paul River in Lower Bong… Read more »