Liberia: Varney Taylor Foundation, Partner Dedicate Clinic in Lowah

Collaborating to enhance healthcare facilities, the Varney Taylor Foundation - Liberia chapter, in partnership with Refuge Place International Healthcare, has officially dedicated… Read more »

Liberia: Springfield City Council Set for Historic Vote in Support of Liberians Facing Deportation and American Injunctive Relief

On February 10, 2025, Massachusetts elected officials led by Honorable Malo Brown, City Councilor, Springfield City, Massachusetts, will call on his colleagues to join him in… Read more »

Liberia: LEC Acting Boss Criticized Over Inadequate Power Supply After Receiving 'Best Managing Director' Award

The Interim Management Team of the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC), led by Acting Managing Director Thomas Z. Gonkerwon, has come under heavy criticism after he was honored… Read more »

Africa: Ex-President Johnson-Sirleaf's 2009 Commentary On Leadership and Aid Gains Traction Amid USAID Shutdown

For more than a decade, much of Africa has been moving forward. Economic growth is rising, poverty is falling and democratic governance is spreading. But the global financial… Read more »

Liberia: Starks Foundation Raises Alarm Over U.S. Aid Suspension, Calls for Urgent Government Intervention

The Starks Foundation, a civil society organization that has been at the forefront of Liberia's fight against malaria for over 21 years, has expressed deep concern over the recent… Read more »

Liberia: Liberian Senate Directs Committees to Engage Ministries, Agencies On Response to U.S. Aid Withdrawal Under Trump

In response to the recent announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump to suspend the United States International Development Aid (USAID) to several countries, including Liberia,… Read more »

Liberia: Expert Analysis Uncovers Deception, Government Exploitation in HPX Framework Agreement

The Framework Agreement between High Power Exploration (HPX), a U.S.-based mining company, and the Government of Liberia executed on March 30, 2022, was touted as a significant… Read more »

Liberia: Assistant Foreign Minister Calls On President Boakai to Axe Underperforming Officials, Say They Are Not Needed in 'Rescue' Govt

Assistant Foreign Minister for Public Affairs Saywhar Nana Gbaa has received widespread commendation for her courageous social media post, calling attention to the "blunders" under… Read more »

Liberia: Man, 31, Arrested for Stabbing Friend to Death in Nimba County

Police in Saclepea, Nimba County, have arrested 31-year-old Melvin Saye, who is accused of fatally stabbing his friend, 32-year-old Lincoln Mongon, in Zahn Yekehyee Town, District… Read more »

Liberia: Rep. Gahr Appointed Chair of House Committee to Investigate Ministry of Justice, Transport, and Ltmi

The Plenary of the House of Representatives has appointed Margibi District 5 Representative Clarence G. Gahr as the chairman of a newly-formed specialized committee to investigate… Read more »

Liberia: Senate Health Committee Chair Varpilah Leads Legislative Tour At JFK

In light of their oversight responsibilities, Health Committees from the Liberian Senate and the House of Representative on Friday, January 31, toured the John F. Kennedy Memorial… Read more »

Liberia: ANC Youth Member Found Dead After Several Days of Disappearance

The sudden and tragic death of Jesse Gleegbar Jr., a dedicated member of the Alternative National Congress (ANC) Youth Congress, has left the community in shock. Read more »

Liberia: Liberty Party to Hold National Convention Friday Under Pro Tempore Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence's Leadership

After years of internal divisions, the Liberty Party (LP) is set to hold a national convention this weekend under the leadership of Political Leader and Senate Pro-Tempore,… Read more »

Liberia: Senator Dillon Reaffirms Support for Rehabilitation Efforts At Cfrr's Historic All-Female Graduation

Senator Abraham Darius Dillon of Montserrado County has reiterated his commitment to using his salary for the betterment of at-risk youth, directing the funds to support… Read more »

Liberia: Liberia Basketball President Appeals for Increased Government Support Following National Championship Victory

Following Lofa County's triumph at the 2025 National Basketball County Meet, Liberia Basketball Association (LBA) President Abraham B. Samukai has called for increased government… Read more »

Liberia: Conservation International, Partners Validate Land Use Plan for Northwest Liberia

As part of a major step towards sustainable land management and the fight against climate change, Conservation International (CI) and partners have concluded a national validation… Read more »

Liberia: Allegations of Embezzlement Surround Representative Cole and Former Commissioner in Gbarmue Town Controversy

Allegations of embezzlement have been raised against Representative Josiah Marvin Cole of District 3, Bong County, following claims of misappropriated social development funds… Read more »

Liberia: Senator Moye Delivers Crucial Aid to Storm Victims and Supports Healthcare in Bong County

In the wake of a destructive storm that swept through Gbarnga on January 24, Senator Prince K. Moye of Bong County has provided vital assistance to 50 storm victims. Read more »

Liberia: 'Leniency On UP Regime Is Over' - CDC-Cop's New Boss Declares After Winning Chairmanship

The newly elected Chairman of the Congress for Democratic Change - Council of Patriots (CDC-COP), Foday N. Massaquoi, has championed the need to democratically and legally pressure… Read more »

Liberia: Controversy Erupts Over Best Young Player Award At National County Sports Meet

The decision to award Nuch Zohn the Best Young Player title at the 2025 National County Sports Meet has sparked significant backlash, with many questioning the fairness of the… Read more »

Liberia: Pres. Boakai Appoints Veteran Liberian Journalist As Magistrate

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has appointed veteran Liberian journalist Fallah Matthews as Associate Magistrate at the Brewerville Magisterial Court, located in District #17,… Read more »

Liberia: LDEA Agents Arrest Kenyan Woman At Ria With $388.8k Worth of Heroin

The Roberts International Airport (RIA), Liberia's gateway to the outside world, became the stage for a dramatic drug bust on February 1, when agents from the Liberia Drug… Read more »

Liberia: Civil Law Court Exonerates Ecobank in $700k Lawsuit

The Sixth Judicial Circuit Court, commonly known as the Civil Law Court for Montserrado County, has exonerated Ecobank Liberia Limited in a $700,000 lawsuit filed by Wilmot Smith,… Read more »

Liberia: Nocal Boss Denies Driving U.S.$75k Car

Rustonlyn Suakoko Dennis, the CEO of Liberia's National Oil Company (NOCAL), has strongly denied media reports claiming that she purchased a luxury vehicle for US$75,000, following… Read more »

Nigeria: As Nigeria, Others Plan for Imminent Deportees, Liberian Government Yet to Outline Strategy Amid Reports of 150 Arrivals This Week

As several African nations, including Nigeria, roll out comprehensive plans to receive and reintegrate their citizens facing deportation from the United States, Liberia appears… Read more »