Liberia: Senate Proposes U.S.$1.8 Million for Capitol Building Renovation

The Senate said the US$1.8m is projected to finance the restoration of the Joint Chamber upon the passage of the budget. Read more »

Liberia: Its Official - MCC Selects Liberia As Eligible for New Partnership

The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) has selected Liberia as newly eligible to develop a compact. Liberia was designated as eligible in recognition of the country's… Read more »

Liberia: Civil Society Platform Troubled By Fire At Capitol

Civil Society Human Rights Advocacy Platform of Liberia (CSO- HRAP) says it is deeply troubled by recent political events unfolding in Liberia, particularly the impasse between the… Read more »

Liberia: Liberia Urged to Prevent Trafficking in Human

The United Nations Special Rapporteur on trafficking in persons, Siobhán Mullally, calls on Liberia to prioritize prevention of human trafficking in its development agenda. Read more »

Liberia: Boakai Calls for Swift Investigation Into Fire Incident At Legislature

In the Capitol Building fire, President Joseph Boakai is calling for a speedy investigation into Wednesday's fire incident at the Capitol, vowing that anyone caught will be dealt… Read more »

Liberia: Arson or Electrical Shock?

The Government of Liberia, through the Liberia National Police, is yet to provide clear information on a fast-blazing fire that gutted the Rotunda of the Capitol Building here… Read more »

Liberia: Police Arrest Several Suspects

The Inspector General of Police, Col. Gregory Coleman, announces the arrest of 73 anti-government protesters and several individuals believed to be linked to the fire incident that… Read more »

Liberia: Embattled Speaker Koffa Distances From Facebook Post

Embattled Speaker Fonati Koffa distances himself from a controversial Facebook post that seems to link him to supporting Wednesday's arson attack on the Capitol Building in… Read more »

Liberia: Irresponsible Display of Greed

Wednesday's (December 18, 2024) arson attack on the Capitol that saw the seat of the Liberian Legislature in flames is counter-productive to democratic practice and respect for the… Read more »

Liberia: Weah Aide, Dozen More Arrested

About seventy protesters were arrested, among them former Presidential Aide Sekou Kalasco Damaro. The arrested protesters were later taken to the Monrovia Central Prison. Read more »

Liberia: CDC Alleges Govt Intimidation

--Accuses government of violent suppression of peaceful assembly Read more »

Liberia: UNDP Donates 16 Yamaha Bikes to Boost Agriculture

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) donates 16 Yamaha motorbikes and 32 helmets to the Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) to boost agriculture here. Read more »

Liberia: Paynesville City Clears 29791 Tonnage of Garbage

As part of efforts to transform Paynesville into a smart city through enhanced digitalization programs, the Paynesville City Corporation has removed at least 29,791.31 percent tons… Read more »

Liberia: Boakai Calls for Collective Action Against Unregulated Fishing

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has called for urgent collective action to address unregulated and harmful fishing practices here. Read more »

Liberia: Citizens Alarmed Over Impending Lack of Police Vehicles

Our correspondent said the anticipated lack of police vehicles has raised alarms among the community, with fears mounting that criminal activities could surge during the festive… Read more »

Liberia: Police Interrogate Pastor

Police in Monrovia are investigating a pastor-in-training at the Garden of Prayer Church of God for allegedly raping a 12-year-old female student. Medical reports show that the… Read more »

Liberia: NDC Demands Dismissals of Defiant Officials

The National Democratic Coalition (NDC) has demanded the dismissals of appointed government officials who have failed to declare their assets, defying a presidential directive. Read more »

Liberia: Teahjay Criticizes Public Works Ministry's Slow Performance

Sinoe County former Senator J. Milton Teahjay sharply criticizes the Minister of Public Works for its slow performance in addressing critical infrastructure needs, especially… Read more »

Liberia: Combating IUU Fishing Tops Govt. Priorities

The fisheries sector is vital for the livelihoods of Liberia's coastal communities, contributing significantly to income generation and national revenue. However, this sector faces… Read more »

Liberia: Shed Liberia Convenes County Dialogue On Justice System

A non-governmental organization, Serving Humanity for Empowerment and Development or SHED, has convened a day-long dialogue to discuss the Criminal Justice System of Liberia,… Read more »

Liberia: Four Liberian Hearing Specialists Return Home

The second batch of four healthcare workers, undergoing training as hearing instrument specialists in Lusaka, Zambia, return to Liberia after completing their 11-month program. Read more »

Liberia: The Role of Liberian Youths in National Unity and National Consciousness - a Comparative Analysis With Global Peers

Happy New Year to all Liberian Youths and Young People of Conscious Minds: Read more »

Liberia: Senate Ends 2025 Revenue Budget Hearing

The Senate Statutory Committee on Ways, Means, Finance, and Budget concluded the hearing on the revenue component of the draft 2025 National Budget, expressing optimism that the… Read more »

Liberia: Govt Fails in U.S.$42.426m External Resources Mobilization

The Government of Liberia fails to meet external revenue target, totaling US$42.426 Million for 2024. Read more »

Liberia: Liberian Red Cross Welcomes Additional $592,000 Funding for Girl Project From Swedish Embassy

The Liberia National Red Cross Society (LNRCS) has expressed profound gratitude to the Embassy of Sweden for its confirmation of an additional $592,000 in funding to support the… Read more »