12 h. ago Liberia: AFELL Reaffirms Commitment to Justice, Elects New Leadership at 23rd Convention

Monrovia – The Association of Female Lawyers of Liberia (AFELL) has reiterated its commitment to strengthening the rule of law and promoting justice across Liberia. The call was made during the organization’s 23rd National Convention held over the weekend on Capitol Hill in Monrovia. The convention, held under the theme “Together Let’s Rise Up to Strengthen [...] The post Liberia: AFELL Reaffirms Commitment to Justice, Elects New Leadership at 23rd Convention appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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12 h. ago Liberia: Female Inmates Earn CAF Coaching Licenses in Landmark LFA Initiative

Monrovia – Nineteen female inmates and four correction officers at the Monrovia Central Prison have earned CAF D License coaching certificates after completing an eight-day training program organized by the Liberia Football Association (LFA) in partnership with the Confederation of African Football (CAF). By Christopher Walker, Christopher.walker@frontpageafricaonline.com The milestone marks the first time a CAF-certified coaching [...] The post Liberia: Female Inmates Earn CAF Coaching Licenses in Landmark LFA Initiative appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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58 h. ago Liberia: AFELL Ends 23rd Convention with Election of New Officials as Chief Justice Urges Action Over Rhetoric

The Association of Female Lawyers of Liberia (AFELL) has successfully concluded its 23rd National Convention with the election of a new corps of officials to lead the organization for the next term. By: Julius Konton, contributing writer The well-organized and colorful event, held at the Banquet Hall of the Temple of Justice on Capitol Hill, [...] The post Liberia: AFELL Ends 23rd Convention with Election of New Officials as Chief Justice Urges Action Over Rhetoric appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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8 d. ago Liberia: LFA’s ‘Football for Schools’ Initiative Impacts Six Counties with Youth Outreach

MONROVIA – The Liberia Football Association’s (LFA) “Football for Schools” initiative is making a transformative impact in schools across the country, thanks to the leadership of LFA President Mustapha I. Raji and Executive Committee Member Murvee Gray. By: Christopher C. Walker | christopherc.walker@frontpageafricaonline.com Murvee Gray, who also serves as Chairman on Varsity and Academicals at the [...] The post Liberia: LFA’s ‘Football for Schools’ Initiative Impacts Six Counties with Youth Outreach appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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9 d. ago Liberia: Top Female Politicians’ Absence from Fundraiser Raises Questions About Women’s Solidarity in Liberian Politics

MONROVIA — A prominent fundraising campaign for Edith Gongloe-Weh, the only female candidate in Tuesday’s upcoming senatorial by-election in Nimba County, has drawn widespread support from prominent women, including former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. But the noticeable absence of key female legislators has raised questions about solidarity within Liberia’s female political circles. By Joyclyn Wea, [...] The post Liberia: Top Female Politicians’ Absence from Fundraiser Raises Questions About Women’s Solidarity in Liberian Politics appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago Liberia: Bukonjadeh Group Renews and Doubles Sponsorship Deal with D

Monrovia – The Bukonjadeh Group of Companies has renewed and significantly increased its sponsorship deal with D-Rockas, a team competing in the Liberia Basketball Association (LBA) National Female League, for the 2025–2026 season. By Macaulay Sombai | sombai.macaulaysombai@frontpageafricaonline.com The new agreement is valued at L$400,000, doubling the sponsorship amount from the previous season. The enhanced support reflects [...] The post Liberia: Bukonjadeh Group Renews and Doubles Sponsorship Deal with D-Rockas Female Basketball Team appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 w. ago Liberia: AFELL Appeals to President Boakai to Appoint Female Justice in His Quest for Judicial Reform

Monrovia — The Association of Female Lawyers of Liberia (AFELL) is appealing to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai to appoint a female Chief Justice when the current Chief Justice retires. During the official opening of the March Term of Court, Chief Justice Sie-A-Nyene Gyapay Yuoh announced her imminent retirement after years of dedicated services. In a [...] The post Liberia: AFELL Appeals to President Boakai to Appoint Female Justice in His Quest for Judicial Reform appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 w. ago AFELL Appeals to President Boakai to Appoint Female Justice in His Quest for Judicial Reform

Monrovia, Liberia — The Association of Female Lawyers of Liberia (AFELL) is appealing to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai to appoint a female Chief Justice when the current Chief Justice retires. During the official opening of the March Term of Court, Chief Justice Sie-A-Nyene Gyapay Yuoh announced her imminent retirement after years of dedicated service. In […] The post AFELL Appeals to President Boakai to Appoint Female Justice in His Quest for Judicial Reform appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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3 w. ago Liberia: Annie Wehyee Becomes First Female Clan Chief in Sehyi, Nimba County

NIMBA — Annie Wehyee has made history by becoming the first female clan chief of Sehyi Clan in Nimba County, breaking barriers in a traditionally male-dominated society. Her rise to leadership is a powerful testament to perseverance, resilience, and the importance of women’s involvement in governance. By: Williett Wonyenneh, contributing writer Wehyee, who began her [...] The post Liberia: Annie Wehyee Becomes First Female Clan Chief in Sehyi, Nimba County appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 w. ago Liberia: Gains and Setbacks for Women in New Government As Women Renew Push for Gender Quota Law Before 2029 Elections

MONROVIA, Liberia—Joseph Boakai used his second State of the Nation Address this January to promote a big step for women: 39 percent of his ministers – seven out of 19 – are women, the highest ratio of female to male ministers in Liberia’s history.  By: Joyclyn Wea with New Narratives President Boakai hailed it as [...] The post Liberia: Gains and Setbacks for Women in New Government As Women Renew Push for Gender Quota Law Before 2029 Elections appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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4 w. ago Liberia: LNHA Seeks Financial Support Ahead of Upcoming International Tournament

Monrovia – As the Liberia National Handball Association (LNHA) U-17 and U-19 female teams continue their preparations for the International Handball Federation (IHF) Youth and Junior Women’s Tournament, the LNHA president, J. Aratus G. Larkpor, is calling for financial assistance to help support the teams’ journey to Abidjan, Ivory Coast. By Macaulay Sombai, macaulay.sombai@frontpageafricaonline.com The [...] The post Liberia: LNHA Seeks Financial Support Ahead of Upcoming International Tournament appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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