7 h. ago Liberia: Senate Committee Flags Treaty Breaches, Guinea Gap in Ivanhoe Deal

Monrovia — The Joint Committee reviewing the Concession and Access Agreement (CAA) between the Government of Liberia and Ivanhoe Atlantic has raised serious concerns about treaty compliance, diplomatic risks, and infrastructure governance, warning that the agreement cannot proceed without major amendments. In a detailed report submitted to the Senate Plenary, the Joint Committee—comprising the Committees on [...] The post Liberia: Senate Committee Flags Treaty Breaches, Guinea Gap in Ivanhoe Deal appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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7 h. ago Liberia: LEMCOL Raises Alarm Ove Female Representation, Transparency in Legislature

Monrovia — The Legislative Monitoring Coalition of Liberia (LEMCOL) has released its Legislative Monitoring Report Summary for November–December 2025, citing commendable adherence to democratic procedures alongside persistent shortcomings in transparency, inclusion and citizen participation within the Liberian National Legislature. By Patience M. Jones LEMCOL unveiled the report on Monday, December 15 during a press conference [...] The post Liberia: LEMCOL Raises Alarm Ove Female Representation, Transparency in Legislature appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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7 h. ago CENTAL: Research Exposes Liberia: Persistent Failures in County Social Development Funds, Calls for Urgent Reform to Align with ARREST Agenda

Monrovia — The Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL) has released a research report exposing serious shortcomings in the management of the County Social Development Fund. The report, titled “Open Expenditure: Examining CSDF Projects in Six Counties,” was presented on Wednesday at CENTAL’s headquarters in Monrovia by Executive Director Anderson Miamen. By Francis [...] The post CENTAL: Research Exposes Liberia: Persistent Failures in County Social Development Funds, Calls for Urgent Reform to Align with ARREST Agenda appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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7 h. ago Liberia, China Discuss Intellectual Property Development Partnership

The Director General of the Liberia Intellectual Property Office (LIPO), Garmai Koboi, and the Chinese Ambassador, Yin Chengwu, have held a courtesy meeting to discuss the development and advancement of intellectual property in Liberia. China, which has a large development footprint in Liberia, has in time past been a supportive partner to LIPO, providing technical [...] The post Liberia, China Discuss Intellectual Property Development Partnership appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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22 h. ago Liberia: Senate Committee Sets Conditions for Ivanhoe–Liberia Road Access Deal

Monrovia — The Liberian Senate Joint Committee on Transport and Concessions has recommended the conditional approval of the Ivanhoe–Liberia Road Access Agreement, outlining a series of amendments it says must be addressed before the Legislature grants final concurrence. By Gerald C. Koinyeneh The agreement, which governs road, rail, and logistics access for Ivanhoe’s iron ore [...] The post Liberia: Senate Committee Sets Conditions for Ivanhoe–Liberia Road Access Deal appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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25 h. ago Liberia: Morlu Warms Boakai to ‘Lead or Leave’ as STAND Marches to Protest Ground

Monrovia – The Solidarity and Trust for a New Day (STAND) Executive Director Mulbah K. Morlu, has launched a defiant protest march to the Executive Mansion, vowing not to be intimidated by what it described as the “muscles” of Liberia’s security forces. By Jaheim T. Tumu-jaheim.tumu@frontpageafricaonline.com Speaking to reporters at the start of the march [...] The post Liberia: Morlu Warms Boakai to ‘Lead or Leave’ as STAND Marches to Protest Ground appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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26 h. ago Mastercard Boosts Africa Acceptance Network by 45% in 2025, Accelerating the Continent’s Digital Economy

Major leap in digital payments access as Mastercard expands presence, products and financial inclusion initiativesNew market entries, new hires and SME-focused collaborations unlock scale for Africa’s $1.5 trillion digital payments opportunity Mastercard has grown its acceptance network across Africa by 45 per cent in 2025 – a major milestone that brings millions more consumers and […] The post Mastercard Boosts Africa Acceptance Network by 45% in 2025, Accelerating the Continent’s Digital Economy appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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28 h. ago Amb. Yin & Chief Justice Gbeisay shared thoughts on bilateral judicial cooperation

By Lincoln G. Peters Chinese Ambassador to Liberia, Yin Chengwu, and Liberia’s Chief Justice, Yamie QuiQui Gbeisay, met to brainstorm and share ideas on knowledge transfer, bilateral judicial cooperation, and the continued development of the China-Liberia strategic partnership. Chief Justice Gbeisay expressed his commitment and gratitude for advancing bilateral judicial cooperation and promoting friendly relations … The post Amb. Yin & Chief Justice Gbeisay shared thoughts on bilateral judicial cooperation appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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29 h. ago Liberia: They Survived Addiction. Now Comes the Hardest Part: Going Home

Summary: By Nemenlah Cyrus Harmon with New Narratives GERMAN CAMP, Grand Bassa – It’s graduation day here at Mother of Light, an off-shoot of a Lebanon-based anti-addiction program – the only government sanctioned facility so far to rehabilitate the growing number of people addicted to drugs in Liberia. Two patients, who have completed between nine [...] The post Liberia: They Survived Addiction. Now Comes the Hardest Part: Going Home appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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30 h. ago Liberia: State Accused of Withholding International Fire Expert Report in Capitol Arson Trial

Monrovia — Fresh controversy has erupted in the ongoing Capitol Building arson trial following allegations that the Government of Liberia deliberately withheld an international fire investigation report believed to contain findings favorable to the defense. The allegation surfaced during proceedings on Tuesday, December 16, when defense lawyers disclosed that an expert report prepared by a Minnesota-based [...] The post Liberia: State Accused of Withholding International Fire Expert Report in Capitol Arson Trial appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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30 h. ago Liberia: CBL Launches Inclusive Instant Payment System, Ends Era of Mobile Money Silos

Monrovia, — Liberia took a major leap toward a cash-lite, digitally inclusive economy on Tuesday with the official launch of the Inclusive Instant Payment System (IIPS), a nationwide mobile money interoperability platform spearheaded by the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL). Unveiling the system, President Joseph Boakai declared a new era for Liberia’s economy, describing it as [...] The post Liberia: CBL Launches Inclusive Instant Payment System, Ends Era of Mobile Money Silos appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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30 h. ago Liberia: Only Half Of Paynesville’s Daily Waste Collected As Major Bestman II Cites Funding, Equipment Gaps

Paynesville —As Paynesville continues to expand and modernize, the city is grappling with a growing waste crisis that sees less than half of its daily solid waste collected, Mayor Robert S. Bestman II has disclosed. In his 2025 year-end report delivered on December 15, Mayor Bestman said Paynesville generates an estimated 600 to 800 tons [...] The post Liberia: Only Half Of Paynesville’s Daily Waste Collected As Major Bestman II Cites Funding, Equipment Gaps appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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48 h. ago UNDP and Government of Liberia Advance National Disaster Preparedness

Monrovia, Liberia – December 16, 2025 – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Government of Liberia and the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA), is taking a major step toward strengthening national disaster preparedness and resilience. As part of Liberia’s commitment to the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, UNDP conducted a […] The post UNDP and Government of Liberia Advance National Disaster Preparedness appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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50 h. ago Liberia Launches US$88.7M EXCEL Program to Fix Foundational Learning Crisis

Monrovia, Liberia — The Government of Liberia on Monday officially launched the Excellence in Learning in Liberia (EXCEL) Project, a five-year, nationwide education reform initiative aimed at addressing deep gaps in foundational literacy and numeracy across the country. By Patience M. Jones The high-level launch, held at the Monrovia City Hall in Sinkor, brought together [...] The post Liberia Launches US$88.7M EXCEL Program to Fix Foundational Learning Crisis appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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51 h. ago AtkinsRéalis and Oman’s Ministry of Energy and Minerals convene “Powering the Future: Oman Electricity Innovation Showcase”

AtkinsRéalis a world-class engineering services and nuclear company, in partnership with the Ministry of Energy and Minerals, convened the “Powering the Future: Oman Electricity Innovation Showcase” on December 10th, 2025. This joint initiative brought together senior leaders from government, utilities, regulators, and industry to explore how Oman can meet surging AI economic development led electricity […] The post AtkinsRéalis and Oman’s Ministry of Energy and Minerals convene “Powering the Future: Oman Electricity Innovation Showcase” appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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54 h. ago CENTAL, WONGOSOL, Present Findings of a Research on Local Governance and Service Delivery in Liberia

Monrovia – The Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL) in partnership with the Women NGO Secretariat of Liberia (WONGOSOL), with support from the UN Women Liberia on Friday, December 5, 2025, presented findings of a research report on assessing local governance and service delivery in Liberia. The research, conducted in four (4) counties in [...] The post CENTAL, WONGOSOL, Present Findings of a Research on Local Governance and Service Delivery in Liberia appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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55 h. ago Liberia: Prosecution Stumbles as Lead Police Witness Contradicts Evidence in Capitol Arson Case

Monrovia — The prosecution’s case in the Capitol Building arson trial came under renewed pressure on Monday, December 15, after its principal witness delivered testimony that repeatedly conflicted with an official investigative report he personally authored and signed—providing the defense fresh grounds to challenge the credibility of the state’s evidence and advance an alibi for one [...] The post Liberia: Prosecution Stumbles as Lead Police Witness Contradicts Evidence in Capitol Arson Case appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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2 d. ago Liberia: LDEA Drags Rapper Bucky Raw to Court Over Alleged Marijuana Possession

Monrovia- Liberian Hipco and Trapco artist Karwoudou Cole, popularly known as Bucky Raw, has been taken to court by the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) on charges of illegal possession of narcotics. By Gerald C. Koinyeneh Bucky Raw was arrested early Friday morning following a raid at his Duport Road residence, during which officers allegedly [...] The post Liberia: LDEA Drags Rapper Bucky Raw to Court Over Alleged Marijuana Possession appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 d. ago Liberia: They Refused to be Defined by Men’s Role. Now they Sit Behind the Wheel as Commercial Drivers

In this two-part report, we highlight the role of women in advancing Liberia’s renewable energy agenda through the transport sector and the impact of electric vehicles/kekehs on emission reductions. By: Tina S. Mehnpaine, contributing writer—tmehnpaine@gmail.com It’s evening already in the bustling suburb of Newport Street, Central Monrovia. J. Hawa Boimah, the lone female driver, is [...] The post Liberia: They Refused to be Defined by Men’s Role. Now they Sit Behind the Wheel as Commercial Drivers appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 d. ago ActionAid and Partners to Convene 2nd National People’s Climate Justice Summit in Monrovia

Tarr Town, Old Road, Monrovia, December 13, 2025 – ActionAid Liberia, in collaboration with national and regional partners, will convene the Second National People’s Climate Justice Summit on Monday, December 15, 2025. This national event will gather about 700 to 1,000 participants, including climate justice activists, academics, human rights defenders, farmers, renewable energy practitioners, environmentalists, […] The post ActionAid and Partners to Convene 2nd National People’s Climate Justice Summit in Monrovia appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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