98 m. ago Grand Kru County Gears Up for Major Infrastructure Boost with CDF Projects

Barclayville, Grand Kru County – Grand Kru County is on the cusp of significant infrastructure development as the County Administration unveils an ambitious slate of projects funded by the Government of Liberia through the County Development Fund (CDF). Honorable Joe Sekpeh, the Grand Kru County Development Officer, shared details of these initiatives, emphasizing their aim […] The post Grand Kru County Gears Up for Major Infrastructure Boost with CDF Projects appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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2 h. ago 2025 Household Income and Expenditure Survey Launched to Inform Policy Decisions and Improve Socio

Monrovia, April 30, 2025 – The Government of Liberia, through the Liberia Institute of Statistics and Geo-Information Services (LISGIS) in collaboration with the World Bank, has officially launched the 2025 Household Income and Expenditure Survey (HIES). The HIES will collect critical data to inform evidence-based policy decisions and improve socioeconomic planning. This survey, which is […] The post 2025 Household Income and Expenditure Survey Launched to Inform Policy Decisions and Improve Socio-Economic Planning appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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7 h. ago Liberia: Government Bids Farewell to Mayor Allen Joines of Winston

The Mayor of Winston-Salem, North Carolina Mr. Allen Joines has concluded a five-day working visit to Liberia, the first sitting Mayor from a city in the US to visit Liberia in the last 40 years.  By J.H. Webster Clayeh (0886729972)-websterclayeh@frontpageafricaonline.com The five-day working visit was facilitated by Sister Cities International.  At the event marking the [...] The post Liberia: Government Bids Farewell to Mayor Allen Joines of Winston-Salem as He Becomes First Sitting Mayor from US to Visit Liberia after 40 Years appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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14 h. ago Liberia: 2025 household income and expenditure survey launched

Monrovia, April 30, 2025 – The Government of Liberia, through the Liberia Institute of Statistics and Geo-Information Services (LISGIS) in collaboration with the World Bank, has officially launched the 2025 Household Income and Expenditure Survey (HIES). The HIES will collect critical data to inform evidence-based policy decisions and improve socioeconomic planning. This survey, which is being … The post Liberia: 2025 household income and expenditure survey launched appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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44 h. ago ActionAid, Partners Host National Dialogue on Inclusive Climate Agenda

The government of Liberia through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Ministry of Youth and Sports, the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, in in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), ActionAid Liberia (AAL) and other key stakeholders, has successfully concluded a three-day National Dialogue focused on integrating youth, gender, and child- […] The post ActionAid, Partners Host National Dialogue on Inclusive Climate Agenda appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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54 h. ago Liberia: LRA Misappropriated US$6.7 Million of GOL Share from MedTech Revenue – GAC Audit Finds

Monrovia – A compliance audit conducted by the General Auditing Commission (GAC) has revealed that the Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) misappropriated approximately US$6.7 million intended for the Government of Liberia (GOL) from revenues generated under the Destination Inspection Agreement with MedTech Scientific Limited. The audit, covering the period July 1, 2022, to October 31, 2024, [...] The post Liberia: LRA Misappropriated US$6.7 Million of GOL Share from MedTech Revenue – GAC Audit Finds appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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54 h. ago Liberia: Sen. Chea: Supreme Court Ruling Won’t Nullify Budget or Halt Government Operations

MONROVIA – Senator Augustine Chea, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Judiciary, Claims and Petitions, has asserted that the recent Supreme Court ruling on the House leadership dispute does not nullify critical legislative actions, including the passage of the 2025 national budget. By Obediah Johnson, obediah.johnson@frontpageafricaonline.com  The ruling, delivered on April 23, declared actions by [...] The post Liberia: Sen. Chea: Supreme Court Ruling Won’t Nullify Budget or Halt Government Operations appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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54 h. ago Liberia: SUP Accuses Boakai Government of Violent Crackdown at UL Campus

Monrovia – The Vanguard Student Unification Party (SUP) has accused the government of President Joseph Boakai of unleashing violence on student activists, following a police crackdown on the University of Liberia’s Capitol Hill campus that has sparked outrage and condemnation from both students and the university administration. By Jaheim Tumu, Jaheim.tumu@frontpageafricaonline.com In a statement released Monday, [...] The post Liberia: SUP Accuses Boakai Government of Violent Crackdown at UL Campus appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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59 h. ago LDEA cries over lack of gov’t support in fight against drug abuse

By: Kruah Thompson Monrovia, Liberia:  The Head of Prevention and Awareness at the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), Madame Grace G. Mulbah, has revealed that a significant gap exists in the enforcement of drug prevention efforts across Liberia due to a lack of government support. Speaking recently at the launch of the Congo Town Township … The post LDEA cries over lack of gov’t support in fight against drug abuse appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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3 d. ago Liberia Proposes Social Innovation to Tackle Global Labour Challenges

Monrovia — The Government of Liberia has proposed “social innovation” as a critical solution to address growing global labour challenges, highlighting its potential to create sustainable and transformative changes in the world of work. According to a press release issued by the Ministry of Labour, Liberia’s proposal was outlined in remarks delivered by Labour Minister, Hon. [...] The post Liberia Proposes Social Innovation to Tackle Global Labour Challenges appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 d. ago Liberia: Grade School Students Must Use KwiNuu.Org Platform – Dr. Tarr Urges

KwiNuu, a 501 (c) (3), non-profit, non-governmental organization both in the United States of America, (USA) and Liberia is to officially launch its KwiNuu.Org internet learning platform for grade school students in the country. By: Jonathan O. Grigsby, Snr. Contributing Writer KwiNuu.Org, according to the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of KwiNuu, Dr. Arthur Geezay [...] The post Liberia: Grade School Students Must Use KwiNuu.Org Platform – Dr. Tarr Urges appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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6 d. ago President Boakai Vows to Uphold Democracy Amidst Legislative Impasse

Monrovia, Liberia – April 24, 2025 – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. has issued a firm statement reaffirming his commitment to upholding Liberia’s democracy and ensuring the continued functioning of the government, despite the unresolved crisis within the House of Representatives. In a statement released following the Supreme Court of Liberia’s ruling on the Bill […] The post President Boakai Vows to Uphold Democracy Amidst Legislative Impasse appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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6 d. ago Gov’t Urges Unity in National Legislature for National Development

By Amos Harris The Government of Liberia is appealing for unity within the National Legislature, emphasizing the critical need for lawmakers to transcend political divides and collaborate in the interest of national development. Speaking at the Ministry of Information, Cultural Affairs and Tourism’s regular press briefing on Thursday, April 24, 2025, Information Minister Jerolinmek M. […] The post Gov’t Urges Unity in National Legislature for National Development appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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6 d. ago Liberian Staff Working with USAID Raise Alarm Over Delayed Salaries, Vanishing Supervisors

MONROVIA – Several aggrieved employees of Democracy International’s Elections and Democracy Activity (EDA), a project funded by the United States government in Liberia, have raised alarms over what they describe as an alleged scheme to deprive them of their rightful salaries and benefits following the suspension of funding from the United States Agency for International [...] The post Liberian Staff Working with USAID Raise Alarm Over Delayed Salaries, Vanishing Supervisors appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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6 d. ago Liberia: Government Hails Supreme Court Ruling as Step Toward Legislative Stability and National Unity

Monrovia – The Liberian government has welcomed the Supreme Court’s decision that ended the months-long leadership crisis in the House of Representatives, calling it a pivotal moment for national healing and legislative realignment. By Selma Lomax selma.lomax@frontpageafricaonline.com Information Minister Jerolimek Matthew Piah, speaking Thursday at the Ministry of Information’s regular press briefing, said the ruling provides lawmakers [...] The post Liberia: Government Hails Supreme Court Ruling as Step Toward Legislative Stability and National Unity appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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7 d. ago Liberia: Liberia’s $500 Million MCC Aid at Risk Amid Reports of U.S. Agency Shutdown

Monrovia – Liberia’s anticipated $500 million development grant from the U.S. Government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) is under serious threat following reports that the aid agency may soon be shut down, potentially terminating all ongoing and future grants, including Liberia’s. By Selma Lomax, selma.lomax@frontpageafricaonline.com According to a report first published by POLITICO and corroborated by other international outlets, the [...] The post Liberia: Liberia’s $500 Million MCC Aid at Risk Amid Reports of U.S. Agency Shutdown appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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8 d. ago Gov’t commits to free, fair, and transparent election in Nimba

By: Kruah Thompson MONROVIA, Liberia: The Government of Liberia has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring a free, fair, and transparent electoral process in Nimba County, free of any form of interference or influence. Speaking on behalf of the government on Thursday, April 22, 2025, Information Minister Jerolinmek Matthew Piah assured the public of the National … The post Gov’t commits to free, fair, and transparent election in Nimba appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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9 d. ago President Boakai Departs for Accra to Attend ECOWAS 50th Anniversary Summit

Executive Mansion, Monrovia – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., will depart the country today, April 21, 2025, to participate in the 50th Anniversary celebrations of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), being held in Accra, Ghana. President Boakai’s participation in this milestone summit highlights Liberia’s steadfast commitment to regional unity, peace, democratic governance, […] The post President Boakai Departs for Accra to Attend ECOWAS 50th Anniversary Summit appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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1 week ago Minister Ngafuan heads Liberia’s delegation to the IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings

Monrovia, April  19, 2025 – The Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Hon. Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan leads the Government of Liberia’s delegation to the 2025 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group, which is scheduled to take place in Washington, D.C. from April 21 to 26, 2025. The high-powered […] The post Minister Ngafuan heads Liberia’s delegation to the IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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1 week ago Liberia: Fault Lines: How ArcelorMittal Liberia’s Sensitive Mining Got Subjected to ‘Ill

Monrovia – A recent exchange of letters between ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) and the Government of Liberia, represented by the National Investment Commission (NIC) and the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) has brought to light a troubling development in the management of Liberia’s mining concessions and legal commitments. At the heart of the matter is [...] The post Liberia: Fault Lines: How ArcelorMittal Liberia’s Sensitive Mining Got Subjected to ‘Ill-Founded’ Ivanhoe ESIA Request appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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