11 h. ago Liberia: Police Arrest Suspects for ‘Vandalizing, Blocking’ Yekepa

Buchanan — Police authorities in Grand Bassa County have arrested several individuals who recently obstructed the railway operated by ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML), a key infrastructure used for transporting iron ore from the company’s mining operations to the Port of Buchanan. The blockades vandalism occurred between June 10 to 12, 2025, when the individuals, reportedly former [...] The post Liberia: Police Arrest Suspects for ‘Vandalizing, Blocking’ Yekepa-Buchanan Railway appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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5 d. ago Gbarpolu Senator urges youth to embrace education for Liberia’s future.

By: Edwin N. Khakie In a passionate appeal to the youth of Gbarpolu County and beyond, Senator Botoe Kanneh has called on young people to place education at the center of their lives, emphasizing its critical role in both personal growth and national development. Bopolu City, Gbarpolu County, June 11, 2025 – Speaking during a … The post Gbarpolu Senator urges youth to embrace education for Liberia’s future. appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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5 d. ago Liberia: Expert Warns of ‘Negative Consequences’ as Pres. Boakai Awards 100% Ownership of Four Oil Blocks to NOCAL Without Legislative, Stakeholder Input

Monrovia – President Joseph N. Boakai’s recent decision to award 100 percent ownership of four offshore oil blocks to the National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL) without first seeking input from the Legislature or key stakeholders is drawing sharp criticism from industry experts and economists, who warn that the move could undermine transparency and investor confidence [...] The post Liberia: Expert Warns of ‘Negative Consequences’ as Pres. Boakai Awards 100% Ownership of Four Oil Blocks to NOCAL Without Legislative, Stakeholder Input appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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7 d. ago Liberia: Discipline Is Key to Success in Football, Says Youth and Sports Minister Bangalu

Monrovia – The Minister of Youth and Sports, J. Cole Bangalu, has emphasized the importance of discipline for young athletes pursuing careers in football. By A. Macaulay Sombai | sombai.macaulaysombai@frontpageafricaonline.com  He urging players under the Professional Football Academy (PFA) to prioritize focus, respect for coaching instructions, and academic excellence if they wish to succeed in the sport. [...] The post Liberia: Discipline Is Key to Success in Football, Says Youth and Sports Minister Bangalu appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago The Silent Saboteurs: How Gossip and Malice Deter Liberia’s Progress

By: Austin S Fallah-A True Son of the Planet Earth Soil: Competition drives innovation, excellence, and advancement in every corner of the globe. Yet, a myriad of invisible barriers hinders the collective success of communities, and one of the most insidious of these barriers is the culture of gossip, backbiting, and undermining. In Liberia and … The post The Silent Saboteurs: How Gossip and Malice Deter Liberia’s Progress appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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2 w. ago Liberia Validates National Human Security Report Under ECOWAS Framework

Monrovia, Liberia — Stakeholders from government, civil society, security institutions, and international partners gathered in Monrovia on Friday to validate Liberia’s National Protection and Human Security Profile under the ECOWAS Protection and Human Security Integrated Coordination Mechanism (ECO-PHSICM).  By Jaheim T. Tumu – jaheim.tumu@frontpageafricaonline.com  The meeting marked a key milestone in Liberia’s effort to assess and [...] The post Liberia Validates National Human Security Report Under ECOWAS Framework appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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2 w. ago Liberia: Patients Decry Conditions at JFK Dialysis Center Amid Equipment Failures, Supply Shortages, and Rising Costs

Monrovia – A once-celebrated symbol of progress in Liberia’s public health sector has now become a source of despair for patients who rely on it to survive. The Dialysis Unit at the John F. Kennedy Medical Center (JFK), launched under the administration of former President George Weah as a flagship facility for end-stage renal patients, is [...] The post Liberia: Patients Decry Conditions at JFK Dialysis Center Amid Equipment Failures, Supply Shortages, and Rising Costs appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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2 w. ago Liberia Sports Academy Reports Strong Athlete Progress, CEO Emphasizes Merit and Discipline

Monrovia – The Chief Executive Officer of the Liberia Sports Academy (LSA), Mr. Alioune Kebe, has reported steady progress in athlete development at the academy, describing recent training performance as “positive and encouraging.” By: A. Macaulay Sombai | sombai.macaulaysombai@frontpageafricaonline.com  Speaking in an exclusive interview with FrontPage Africa, Kebe said that since the academy’s founding in November 2024, athletes [...] The post Liberia Sports Academy Reports Strong Athlete Progress, CEO Emphasizes Merit and Discipline appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 w. ago Embracing Education: The Key to Liberation and Progress in Liberia

By: Austin S Fallah When I think of education, I am reminded of the grand tapestry of growth and opportunity that weaves throughout society. Education is not merely a pathway to knowledge but the cornerstone upon which we build our futures. In an ever-evolving world filled with technological advancements and opportunities, having access to quality … The post Embracing Education: The Key to Liberation and Progress in Liberia appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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4 w. ago Liberia, Sierra Leone Hold Legislative–Civil Society Peer Learning Visit

FREETOWN, Sierra Leone – The Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy (NIMD), in collaboration with UNDP Liberia and UN Women, has facilitated a joint legislative–civil society organization (CSO) peer learning visit to the Parliament of the Republic of Sierra Leone. The initiative, held from May 13 to 17, 2025, forms a key component of the Liberian Electoral [...] The post Liberia, Sierra Leone Hold Legislative–Civil Society Peer Learning Visit appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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