3 d. ago Liberia: Prominent Nimba Activist Armstrong Selekpoh Slams Senator Twayen’s Criticism of ArcelorMittal

MONROVIA – Prominent Nimba County activist Armstrong Gobac Selekpoh has strongly criticized Senator Nya Twayen’s recent comments about ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML), calling them “dishonest and deceitful.”  Senator Twayen had accused AML of failing to honor its Mineral Development Agreement (MDA) with Liberia during a news conference on Tuesday. Selekpoh contends that Senator Twayen, who has [...] The post Liberia: Prominent Nimba Activist Armstrong Selekpoh Slams Senator Twayen’s Criticism of ArcelorMittal appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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5 d. ago Liberia: ArcelorMittal Chairman Pledges Completion of Ganta–Yekepa Road at Historic Iron Ore Concentrator Commissioning

TOKADEH, NIMBA COUNTY – ArcelorMittal Executive Chairman, Mr. Lakshmi N. Mittal, has announced his company’s commitment to complete the long-awaited Ganta–Yekepa road project during the official commissioning of ArcelorMittal Liberia’s state-of-the-art iron ore concentrator in Tokadeh, Nimba County. Speaking in the presence of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai and senior government officials, Mr. Mittal declared that ArcelorMittal [...] The post Liberia: ArcelorMittal Chairman Pledges Completion of Ganta–Yekepa Road at Historic Iron Ore Concentrator Commissioning appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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5 d. ago Liberia: Nimba Supt. Extols AML for New Development, Urges Company to do More amid Warning Against Violence and Protest  

Yekepa – Nimba County Superintendent, Kou Meapeh Gono has applauded ArcelorMittal for what she described as a Bold Step in Liberia’s industrial evolution with the commissioning of its Concentrator Plant in Tokedeh, Nimba County. By Emmanuel Weedee-Conway   Speaking at the recent dedicatory ceremony of the plant, the Nimba County administrator said the construction of [...] The post Liberia: Nimba Supt. Extols AML for New Development, Urges Company to do More amid Warning Against Violence and Protest   appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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5 d. ago ArcelorMittal’s Broken Promises, Liberians Still Living in Makeshift Shelters Amidst Talk of ‘Phase II

By Amos Harris While ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) trumpets its “Phase II Expansion” as a transformative initiative for Liberia’s economy and communities, the stark reality on the ground paints a vastly different picture. Over a decade into AML’s operations in Liberia, many of its contractors and community residents in mining areas remain trapped in deplorable makeshift […] The post ArcelorMittal’s Broken Promises, Liberians Still Living in Makeshift Shelters Amidst Talk of ‘Phase II appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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8 d. ago CHAP’s Farm4Jobs Initiative Receives Major Boost fromLotus Foods Foundation USA

. As Concern Worldwide Strengthens Partnership With CHAP On Fundraising And Development Of Strategic Plans MONROVIA, LIBERIA — The Community of Hope Agriculture Project (CHAP), Liberia’s leading proponent of the System of Rice Intensification (SRI), has received a significant financial boost from the Lotus Foods Foundation USA. The support is directed toward CHAP’s flagship Farm4Jobs […] The post CHAP’s Farm4Jobs Initiative Receives Major Boost fromLotus Foods Foundation USA appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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1 week ago Liberia: ArcelorMittal’s Executive ChairmanLakshmi Mittal Arrives In Liberia to Commission Country’s First Iron Ore Concentrator 

NIMBA — ArcelorMittal Executive Chairman Lakshmi N. Mittal has arrived in Liberia ahead of the commissioning of the country’s first iron ore concentrator, a historic event scheduled for Thursday, June 5, in Yekepa, Nimba County.  By Selma Lomax selma.lomax@frontpageafricaonline.com The ceremony, which will also be attended by President Joseph Boakai and other senior government officials, will [...] The post Liberia: ArcelorMittal’s Executive ChairmanLakshmi Mittal Arrives In Liberia to Commission Country’s First Iron Ore Concentrator  appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago Liberia: ArcelorMittal Liberia to Dedicate Modern Iron Ore Concentrator in Nimba; President Boakai, Chairman Mittal to Attend Ceremony

YEKEPA, Nimba County – ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML), the country’s largest foreign investor and iron ore producer, will on Thursday, June 5, dedicate a cutting-edge iron ore concentrator in Yekepa, Nimba County. The ceremony will be attended by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai and ArcelorMittal’s Executive Chairman, Mr. Lakshmi N. Mittal, in a momentous occasion for Liberia’s mining [...] The post Liberia: ArcelorMittal Liberia to Dedicate Modern Iron Ore Concentrator in Nimba; President Boakai, Chairman Mittal to Attend Ceremony appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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2 w. ago Labour Ministry Announces Commencement Of Nationwide Alien Work Permits Audit

Monrovia, May 29, 2025 The Government of Liberia through the Ministry of Labour is expected to commence a nationwide audit of Work Permits at all Business and Concession areas in Liberia.A Labour Ministry Press Release quotes a communication signed by Minister Cooper W. Kruah Sr., the exercise, which kicks off Monday, June 2, 2025, is to […] The post Labour Ministry Announces Commencement Of Nationwide Alien Work Permits Audit appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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2 w. ago CELDI Liberia Observes World Menstrual Hygiene Day with Focus On Empowering Young Girls

By Amos Harris Monrovia, Montserrado, Liberia – May 30, 2025 – The Center for Empowerment and Development Initiative (CELDI) Liberia proudly joined the global community on Monday, May 28, in commemorating World Menstrual Hygiene Day. The organization used the occasion to deliver a powerful message of education, empowerment, and dignity for young girls, underscoring its […] The post CELDI Liberia Observes World Menstrual Hygiene Day with Focus On Empowering Young Girls appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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2 w. ago Liberia: GAC Audit Finds Mismanagement and Misappropriation of Community Forest Resources

Monrovia – A performance audit conducted by the General Auditing Commission (GAC) on the management of community forests in Liberia from fiscal years 2018 to 2023 has revealed widespread mismanagement and misappropriation of community forest resources by the Forestry Development Authority (FDA) and community forest management leaderships. Liberia currently has 53 community forest areas covering [...] The post Liberia: GAC Audit Finds Mismanagement and Misappropriation of Community Forest Resources appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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2 w. ago Nimba Legislative Caucus Threatens to Block ArcelorMittal Concession Renewal Over Unmet Demands

Nimba County, Liberia – The Nimba County Legislative Caucus has issued a stern warning that it will vehemently oppose any renewal of ArcelorMittal Liberia’s (AML) concession agreement unless the company takes concrete action to address long-standing grievances. Speaking through Senator Nya D. Twayen Jr. at the United Nimba Citizen Council Convention Ball and Queen Coronation […] The post Nimba Legislative Caucus Threatens to Block ArcelorMittal Concession Renewal Over Unmet Demands appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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2 w. ago ArcelorMittal Accused of Abandoning Injured Worker Amid Wage Withholding, Medical Negligence Claims

By Amos Harris Yekepa, Liberia – ArcelorMittal Liberia, a dominant industrial employer in the nation, is facing severe accusations of labor abuse, neglect, and an alleged cover-up following a devastating workplace accident that left a long-time employee permanently injured and fighting for justice. Aquila Kwennah, who dedicated over a decade to the company, is now […] The post ArcelorMittal Accused of Abandoning Injured Worker Amid Wage Withholding, Medical Negligence Claims appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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2 w. ago ArcelorMittal Liberia Kicks Off 2025 Community Development Projects for Fence

Buchanan, Grand Bassa County – ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML), in collaboration with the Government of Liberia, has officially launched the 2025 cycle of its Community Development Fund (CDF), reinforcing its commitment to community empowerment and sustainable development across its operational counties. The formal launch event took place on Friday, May 23, 2025, at the K-Plaza Hotel [...] The post ArcelorMittal Liberia Kicks Off 2025 Community Development Projects for Fence-Line Communities appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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2 w. ago ArcelorMittal Fence Line Communities discuss 2025 Project Funding

ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML), in collaboration with the Government of Liberia, has officially launched the 2025 cycle of its Community Development Fund (CDF), reinforcing its commitment to community empowerment and sustainable development across its operational counties. Buchanan, Grand Bassa County, May 26, 2025 – The formal launch event took place on Friday, May 23, 2025, at … The post ArcelorMittal Fence Line Communities discuss 2025 Project Funding appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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3 w. ago Arcelor Mittal showcases commitment to Liberia’s infrastructure development

Buchanan, Grand Bassa County—ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) has officially dedicated a fully rehabilitated overhead bridge valued at $700,000. The bridge restores a vital transportation and economic corridor between its port concession and key communities in Buchanan, Grand Bassa County. Located 2.5 kilometers from the Buchanan Port, the bridge connects AML’s operations with surrounding communities including Koruah, … The post Arcelor Mittal showcases commitment to Liberia’s infrastructure development appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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3 w. ago Dorbor Bedell Foundation Unveils Ambitious Revitalization Projects for Harper, Maryland County 

Harper, Maryland County | May 22, 2025 – In a significant display of dedication to his roots, Mr. Dorbor Bedell, Chief Executive Officer of the Dorbor Bedell Foundation and a proud native of Rock Town, Harper, Maryland County, has announced a series of impactful community development initiatives aimed at restoring vital public infrastructure in his […] The post Dorbor Bedell Foundation Unveils Ambitious Revitalization Projects for Harper, Maryland County  appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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3 w. ago ArcelorMittal Liberia Dedicates Rehabilitated Bridge Linking AML’s Concession to Buchanan City

ArcelorMittal Liberia has officially dedicated the rehabilitated bridge located at Kilometer 2.5 of its railway track, connecting the company’s concession to Buchanan City. 𝑩𝒚: 𝑾𝒓𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒃𝒆𝒆 𝑬𝒍𝒕𝒐𝒏 𝑻𝒊𝒂𝒉 The bridge, which is a crucial infrastructure for local communities, logging companies, and the transport of iron ore, had been facing severe structural issues that threatened its collapse. [...] The post ArcelorMittal Liberia Dedicates Rehabilitated Bridge Linking AML’s Concession to Buchanan City appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 w. ago ArcelorMittal Liberia Launches $58,000 Sustainable Agriculture and Biodiversity Initiative in Yarmein, Nimba County

Gbpaa, Nimba County – May 21, 2025 — ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) has unveiled a new phase of its Biodiversity and Conservation Program, investing more than $58,000 to benefit over 60 local farmers across nine fence line communities in the Yarmein belt of Nimba County. The initiative, implemented in partnership with Humanity Care Liberia, aims to [...] The post ArcelorMittal Liberia Launches $58,000 Sustainable Agriculture and Biodiversity Initiative in Yarmein, Nimba County appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 w. ago Arcelor Mittal invests 58k in biodiversity and conservation program

ArcelorMittal Liberia is proud to continue its commitment to sustainable development by investing over $58,000 in the latest phase of our Biodiversity and Conservation Program – benefiting nine fenceline communities and over 60 local stakeholders in the Yarmein belt, Nimba County. This initiative, implemented in partnership with Humanity Care Liberia, supports sustainable agriculture through vegetable … The post Arcelor Mittal invests 58k in biodiversity and conservation program appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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3 w. ago Editorial: Government’s inconsistency over rail operatorship is troubling

The Government of Liberia’s decision to reverse the Inter-Ministerial Concessions Committee’s (IMCC) communication reaffirming ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) as the user-operator of the Yekepa-Buchanan railway is not only troubling but also raises serious questions about the country’s commitment to honoring contracts and protecting legitimate investment. The IMCC’s original decision was grounded in logic, legality, and Liberia’s … The post Editorial: Government’s inconsistency over rail operatorship is troubling appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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