24 h. ago Liberia: MOE Reports Measurable Gains but Flags Deep Learning Gaps at Joint Education Sector Review

BUCHANAN, Grand Bassa County — Liberia’s education sector has recorded measurable gains in access, infrastructure, and school feeding, but continues to struggle with low learning outcomes, weak accountability, and persistent inequities, Education Minister Dr. Jarso Maley Jallah has warned. Speaking Thursday at the 2025 Joint Education Sector Review (JESR) in Buchanan, Dr. Jallah acknowledged progress made [...] The post Liberia: MOE Reports Measurable Gains but Flags Deep Learning Gaps at Joint Education Sector Review appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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4 d. ago Payments Leaders Unprepared for 2026 Disruption, Warns ACI Worldwide

ACI’s Top Ten Payments Predictions for 2026 urges payments leaders to act amid structural shifts in global payments Most global payments leaders lack a clear roadmap to navigate the seismic changes coming in 2026 , according to the latest Top Ten Payments Predictions from ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ: ACIW), an original innovator in global payments technology. With AI-driven intelligence, […] The post Payments Leaders Unprepared for 2026 Disruption, Warns ACI Worldwide appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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4 d. ago Flenekan School Battles Capacity Crisis: Students Learn in Zinc Structures Amid Stalled Construction

By: James Myking Suah Barclayville, Grand Kru County, December 10, 2025 – The Flenekan Elementary and Junior High School, situated within the Barclayville Education District, is facing severe challenges due to an inadequate learning environment and insufficient seating capacity as it endeavors to prepare the next generation of leaders. Founded in 1955, the school has […] The post Flenekan School Battles Capacity Crisis: Students Learn in Zinc Structures Amid Stalled Construction appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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5 d. ago Liberia: RPAL Begins Nationwide Capacity Training for 450 Smallholder Rubber Farmers

Todee District, Montserrado County—The Rubber Planters’ Association of Liberia (RPAL), in collaboration with the Rubber Development Fund Incorporated (RDFI), has launched a nationwide hands-on capacity training program in bud-grafting, tapping, and nursery management for 450 smallholder rubber farmers across the country. By Yawah Y. Jaivey The training, which kicked off on Monday in Montserrado and [...] The post Liberia: RPAL Begins Nationwide Capacity Training for 450 Smallholder Rubber Farmers appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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5 d. ago Liberia: Historic First Graduation Held at Notre Dame University Liberia

Monrovia: Notre Dame University Liberia made history  over the weekend as it celebrated the graduation of its very first class of students. The ceremony was led by the University President, Fr. Dr. Maroun Zogheib and featured an inspiring speech from former presidential candidate Clarence K. Moniba. In his remarks, Fr. Zogheib talked about the university’s [...] The post Liberia: Historic First Graduation Held at Notre Dame University Liberia appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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5 d. ago Liberia: AGL Liberia, Office of the Ombudsman Commemorate International Anti

Monrovia –AGL Liberia, in collaboration with the Office of the Ombudsman, brought together a gathering of students, government officials, and civil society partners to mark International Anti‑Corruption Day. By Patience M. Jones The event aimed to raise awareness about money laundering, terrorist financing, and the broader threats of corruption to Liberia’s national development. Addressing the [...] The post Liberia: AGL Liberia, Office of the Ombudsman Commemorate International Anti-Corruption Day In Monrovia appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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5 d. ago Liberia: ISSA 2025/2026 League Resumes This Week in Montserrado; President Warns Against Violations

MONROVIA – The Inter-School Sports Association (ISSA) Football and Kickball League for the 2025/2026 season is scheduled to resume this Thursday, December 11, 2025, in four of the ten designated zones across Montserrado County. By A. Macaulay Sombai Contact: Sombai.macaulaysombai@FrontPageAfricaonline.com | 0777217428 ISSA President Evan Somah confirmed that the registration process has been completed and [...] The post Liberia: ISSA 2025/2026 League Resumes This Week in Montserrado; President Warns Against Violations appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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6 d. ago US State Department, Liberia sign $124 million MOU, first in West Africa

The Government of the Republic of Liberia, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Government of the United States of America aimed at strengthening Liberia’s health system, disease surveillance, outbreak response capacity, and frontline health workforce. The MOU was signed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of [...] The post US State Department, Liberia sign $124 million MOU, first in West Africa appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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7 d. ago Liberia: ‘Central Monrovia Is In A Terrible Sanitary Conditions’ – Visiting Ex

Monrovia – A visiting former President of the University of Liberia Student Union (ULSU), Christian R. W Baker, has described the sanitary conditions, especially in Central Monrovia as ‘‘very terrible’’, calling on  President Joseph Nyuma Boakai and Vice President Jeremiah K. Koung Government   to urgently address the poor sanitary conditions or else the people could [...] The post Liberia: ‘Central Monrovia Is In A Terrible Sanitary Conditions’ – Visiting Ex-Ulsu President Baker Laments appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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7 d. ago Liberia: ‘Central Monrovia Is In A Terrible Sanitary Condition’ – Visiting Ex

Monrovia – A visiting former President of the University of Liberia Student Union (ULSU), Christian R. W Baker, has described the sanitary conditions, especially in Central Monrovia as ‘‘very terrible’’, calling on  President Joseph Nyuma Boakai and Vice President Jeremiah K. Koung Government   to urgently address the poor sanitary conditions or else the people could [...] The post Liberia: ‘Central Monrovia Is In A Terrible Sanitary Condition’ – Visiting Ex-Ulsu President Baker Laments appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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7 d. ago WONGOSOL, CENTAL Launch Research Report On Local Governance and Service Delivery In Liberia

Monrovia — The Women NGOs Secretariat of Liberia (WONGOSOL) and the Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL) have officially launched a Qualitative Research Report assessing service delivery and the functionality of local governance structures under Liberia’s decentralization framework. By Patience M. Jones The ceremony was held Friday at A’ La Laguna, Congo Town [...] The post WONGOSOL, CENTAL Launch Research Report On Local Governance and Service Delivery In Liberia appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Politics

8 d. ago Liberia’s Largest Parties — Ruling UP, Opposition CDC Rally Partisans to Build New Headquarters, Seen as Early Test for 2029

MONROVIA — Liberia’s two largest political institutions, the ruling Unity Party and the opposition Coalition for Democratic Change, have begun an intense round of mobilization, fundraising and construction of new party headquarters across several counties in what political observers widely view as the earliest open contest for influence ahead of the 2029 general elections.  By [...] The post Liberia’s Largest Parties — Ruling UP, Opposition CDC Rally Partisans to Build New Headquarters, Seen as Early Test for 2029 appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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8 d. ago Liberia: After Dismissal, Ex–Asst. Minister Carlos Tingban Reaffirms Support for Boakai, Hails ‘Genuine Efforts’ at SUP’s 55th Anniversary

Monrovia – Carlos Tingban, former Chairman of the Student Unification Party (SUP) who was recently dismissed as Assistant Minister for Mines at the Ministry of Mines and Energy by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has publicly reaffirmed his unwavering support for the President and his administration. By Francis G. Boayue Delivering the keynote address over [...] The post Liberia: After Dismissal, Ex–Asst. Minister Carlos Tingban Reaffirms Support for Boakai, Hails ‘Genuine Efforts’ at SUP’s 55th Anniversary appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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8 d. ago Liberia: CDC Accuses Boakai Administration of Escalating “State Intimidation” After Police Block Party Headquarters Construction

Monrovia – The opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) has accused the Unity Party (UP)-led government of engaging in “state-sponsored intimidation,” alleging that officers of the Liberia National Police (LNP) barricaded the construction site of its new party headquarters on Friday, December 6, 2025. In a strongly worded statement issued by National Chairman Atty. Janga [...] The post Liberia: CDC Accuses Boakai Administration of Escalating “State Intimidation” After Police Block Party Headquarters Construction appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Events

1 week ago Earth Rover Program Launches Globally on World Soil Day, Unveils Scientific Concept of “Soilsmology”

The Earth Rover Program today launches globally, introducing “soilsmology”—a novel application of seismology that opens an unprecedented window into the health and structure of soil, one of the planet’s most vital and vulnerable ecosystems. Developed with support from the Bezos Earth Fund, the programme aims to make soil health visible, measurable, and actionable at scale, transforming […] The post Earth Rover Program Launches Globally on World Soil Day, Unveils Scientific Concept of “Soilsmology” appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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1 week ago LiMA, Shanghai Maritime University sign MoU on Technical Cooperation, Capacity Building

Shanghai, China – The Liberia Maritime Authority (LiMA) and Shanghai Maritime University (SMU) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to expand technical cooperation, enhance professional training, and create scholarship opportunities for Liberian students and maritime experts. The signing ceremony, held at the Shanghai Maritime University campus, brought together senior officials from both institutions. … The post LiMA, Shanghai Maritime University sign MoU on Technical Cooperation, Capacity Building appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

Culture

1 week ago AFCONS hails ArcelorMittal Liberia’s commitment to skills development

ArcelorMittal Liberia’s continued investment in training Liberians demonstrates a clear commitment to building a skilled national workforce capable of driving the country’s industrial and economic future. Through its structured training programs, the company is equipping young Liberians with modern technical competencies in mining, engineering, locomotive operations, mechanical maintenance, health and safety, and other specialized fields … The post AFCONS hails ArcelorMittal Liberia’s commitment to skills development appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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1 week ago Unity Party Denies Allegations Of Misusing Public Funds For Party Headquarters

By Amos Harris The Unity Party (UP) has firmly denied claims that it is diverting government funds toward the construction of a new party headquarters, describing the allegations as “baseless propaganda.” The party’s statement was made at a fundraising rally in Montserrado County, held ahead of the UP’s official homecoming and nationwide fundraising initiative. Amos […] The post Unity Party Denies Allegations Of Misusing Public Funds For Party Headquarters appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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1 week ago Liberia: Nimba Lawmaker Calls for Senatorial Review as US$363.9M Road Bill Faces Claims of Irregular Passage in House

Monrovia – The ongoing legislative scrutiny of a proposed US$363.9 million financial bill—intended to fund major road construction projects along Liberia’s western and northern corridors—has taken a dramatic turn, as Nimba County District #7 Representative Musa Hassan Bility has formally alerted the Liberian Senate to what he describes as serious constitutional and procedural breaches in [...] The post Liberia: Nimba Lawmaker Calls for Senatorial Review as US$363.9M Road Bill Faces Claims of Irregular Passage in House appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago Liberia: Finance Minister Ngafuan Inspires Boatswain Graduates, Announces 60% Boost to MCSS Budget

Monrovia–Finance and Development Planning Minister, Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan inspired happy graduates at Boatswain Elementary and Junior High School, the same school he attended over 40 years ago. By Jaheim T. Tumu-jaheim.tumu@frontpageafricaonline.com Ngafuan, who was a student there from 6th to 9th grade between 1982 and 1985, returned to share both a personal story and an [...] The post Liberia: Finance Minister Ngafuan Inspires Boatswain Graduates, Announces 60% Boost to MCSS Budget appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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