11 h. ago Francis: Epitome of Simplicity and Friend of the Poor, Undaunted by Controversy

By Paul Ejime The passing of Pope Francis, aged 88, on Easter Monday (21 April 2025) has ended a 12-year papacy marked by humility and simplicity. Less than 28 hours earlier, the ailing pontiff, nicknamed “Slum Bishop” in his native country, Argentina, struggled to bless a crowd gathered at the Vatican to celebrate Easter Sunday […] The post Francis: Epitome of Simplicity and Friend of the Poor, Undaunted by Controversy appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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17 h. ago Liberia: ‘A Shepherd Of Peace’ – Former Deputy Foreign Minister Elias Shoniyin Pays Tribute to Pope Francis

Today, the world is draped in solemn silence as we mourn the passing of a moral titan, a shepherd of peace, and a fierce defender of the forgotten, His Holiness Pope Francis. His departure marks not just the end of a papacy, but the closing of a profoundly transformative chapter in the history of the [...] The post Liberia: ‘A Shepherd Of Peace’ – Former Deputy Foreign Minister Elias Shoniyin Pays Tribute to Pope Francis appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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41 h. ago Liberia: Chinese, Ghanaian Nationals Arrested for Illicit Mining in Sinoe County; Atlantic Mineral Company Found in Violation

Monrovia –In collaboration with the Liberia National Police (LNP) and the Liberia Immigration Service (LIS), the Ministry of Mines and Energy has arrested two foreign nationals—Jack Chen, a Chinese national, and Obed Burikoney, a Ghanaian commonly known as “Kwemie”—for engaging in illegal mining activities in Tuzon, Sinoe County. The Ministry’s Compliance and Enforcement Team discovered [...] The post Liberia: Chinese, Ghanaian Nationals Arrested for Illicit Mining in Sinoe County; Atlantic Mineral Company Found in Violation appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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5 d. ago Liberia: Shenzhen Delegation Arrives in Country Following Diplomatic Efforts by Foreign Minister Nyanti

Monrovia – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is pleased to announce the arrival of a high-level 14-member delegation from the People’s Republic of China, led by Mr. Qin Weizhong, Mayor of the Shenzhen Municipal People’s Government of Guangdong Province. The three-day official visit is scheduled to further promote practical cooperation between Liberia and Shenzhen in [...] The post Liberia: Shenzhen Delegation Arrives in Country Following Diplomatic Efforts by Foreign Minister Nyanti appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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8 d. ago Liberia: Foreign Minister Nyanti Concludes Strategic Meeting with President Erdogan As Türkiye to Dispatch High

Monrovia – Liberia is poised to receive high-level technical and financial support from the Republic of Türkey for the revitalization of Roberts International Airport (RIA), following a direct appeal from Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. By Willie N. Tokpah, willien.tokpah@frontpageafricaonline.com The agreement came after a closed-door meeting between the [...] The post Liberia: Foreign Minister Nyanti Concludes Strategic Meeting with President Erdogan As Türkiye to Dispatch High-Level Delegation to Assess RIA appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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8 d. ago Liberia Seeks Saudi Aid as Foreign Minister Nyanti Rallies Support Amid U.S. Funding Cuts

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia – With Liberia facing mounting development challenges following a sharp cut in U.S. aid, Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti has turned to new allies in the Gulf to help keep critical services afloat, particularly in healthcare. On Thursday, Minister Nyanti met with Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah, Advisor at the King Salman Humanitarian [...] The post Liberia Seeks Saudi Aid as Foreign Minister Nyanti Rallies Support Amid U.S. Funding Cuts appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago Liberia: Foreign Minister Nyanti Lobbies the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia For UNSC Non

Monrovia – ­­­­­­­­­­Liberia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Her Excellency Mme. Sara Beysolow Nyanti, on April 9, paid an official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The purpose of the visit was to strengthen the already cordial relations between Liberia and Saudi Arabia and to explore new opportunities for collaboration across various sectors, including political, [...] The post Liberia: Foreign Minister Nyanti Lobbies the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia For UNSC Non-Permanent Seat appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago Liberia, Chad Strengthen Diplomatic Ties At Landmark Meeting In N’Djamena

Monrovia – Liberia and Chad have reinforced their diplomatic ties following a landmark meeting in N’Djamena, Chad, on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. The discussions focused on deepening bilateral relations and enhancing cooperation across key sectors, including agriculture, education, and infrastructure. By Willie N. Tokpah, willien.tokpah@frontpageafricaonline.com Liberia’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Sara Beysolow Nyanti, represented President Joseph [...] The post Liberia, Chad Strengthen Diplomatic Ties At Landmark Meeting In N’Djamena appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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2 w. ago Burkina Faso Delegation Visits Lofa County to Boost Local Textile Industry in Liberia

Monrovia – The Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E Sara Beyslow Nyanti, has opened doors in a social and economic effort to create employment for Liberian youth and women.  On Tuesday, Liberia’s Foreign Minister welcomed a high-level delegation from the Republic of Burkina Faso. The visit, aimed at enhancing Liberia’s textile industry and creating more jobs [...] The post Burkina Faso Delegation Visits Lofa County to Boost Local Textile Industry in Liberia appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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