47 h. ago Liberia: Local Voices Liberia, Partners Strengthen Media and Civic Engagement Ahead of Nimba County Senatorial By

Monrovia, Liberia – April 20, 2025] – Local Voices Liberia (LVL), in collaboration with media development partners, has implemented several activities to support the conduct of the Nimba County senatorial by-election slated for April 22. With funding from the European Union through the Liberia Media Empowerment Project (LMEP) implemented by Internews Europe, LVL partnered with [...] The post Liberia: Local Voices Liberia, Partners Strengthen Media and Civic Engagement Ahead of Nimba County Senatorial By-Election appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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47 h. ago Liberian Father Pleads for Government Action to Rescue Son Trapped in War

Monrovia– A Liberian father residing in the United States is pleading with the Government of Liberia and international partners to take swift diplomatic action to rescue his son, who remains stranded and in grave danger in war-torn Ukraine. By Willie Tokpah, willie.tokpah@frontpageafricaonline.com Nyenetu Jarkloh, a Liberian citizen currently based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, says his 21-year-old [...] The post Liberian Father Pleads for Government Action to Rescue Son Trapped in War-Torn Ukraine appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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5 d. ago Liberia: World Bank Oversight Reveals Strict Controls of US$3.1M NaFAA Fund Despite LACC Probing Glassco

Monrovia – While allegations of corruption have placed suspended National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority (NaFAA) Director-General Emma Metieh Glassco at the center of a high-profile investigation, documents reviewed by FrontPageAfrica, along with strict World Bank procedures, suggest a system governed by tight financial controls and minimal opportunities for fraud. By Gerald C. Koinyeneh, gerald.koinyeneh@frontpageafrciaonline.com   [...] The post Liberia: World Bank Oversight Reveals Strict Controls of US$3.1M NaFAA Fund Despite LACC Probing Glassco appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Economics

5 d. ago Liberia Prepares to Elevate Priorities of Marginalized Groups in its NDCs

Monrovia – The Government of Liberia, through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)-Climate Promise, UN Women, UNICEF, ActionAid Liberia, Medica Liberia and the Liberian Youth for Climate Action (LYCA), is holding a National Dialogue on integrating the priorities of Youth, Children, Gender and People with Disabilities in [...] The post Liberia Prepares to Elevate Priorities of Marginalized Groups in its NDCs appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Politics

6 d. ago Tax and legal experts validate act to establish Liberia Tax Institute

[Monrovia, Liberia, April 16, 2025] – Tax practitioners and legal experts convened on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at the Liberia Chamber of Commerce to kick off a two-day validation workshop of a draft Act seeking to amend the Public Authorities Law to create the Liberian Institute of Tax Practitioners (LITP).The proposed establishment of the LITP … The post Tax and legal experts validate act to establish Liberia Tax Institute appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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6 d. ago Liberia: Movement for Justice in Liberia Calls on Citizens to Actively Shape the Nation’s Future

Monrovia – In a bid to strengthen democratic participation in Liberia, the Movement for Justice in Liberia, led by Executive Director Yahsyndi Martin-Kpeyei, is urging all citizens to take a proactive role in electing their leaders. In a recently issued statement, Madam Martin-Kpeyei emphasized the crucial need for nationwide engagement in both direct and indirect [...] The post Liberia: Movement for Justice in Liberia Calls on Citizens to Actively Shape the Nation’s Future appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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7 d. ago Liberia: Gongloe Calls 1979 Rice Riot Killings a “Criminal Act,” Urges Reflection on Poverty and Justice

MONROVIA – Former presidential candidate and human rights lawyer, Cllr. Tiawan S. Gongloe, has described the actions of the Tolbert administration during the April 14, 1979 rice protest as a “criminal act” rather than law enforcement. By Francis G. Boayue, francis.boayue@frontpageafricaonline.com Speaking on Monday, April 14, Gongloe joined members of the Student Unification Party (SUP) [...] The post Liberia: Gongloe Calls 1979 Rice Riot Killings a “Criminal Act,” Urges Reflection on Poverty and Justice appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago Liberia: EPS Director Gaye Threatens Legal Action Against Eugene Nagbe Over Defamation Claims, Gives 48hrs to Withdraw Statement

Monrovia – The Director of the Executive Protection Service (EPS), Mr. Sam Gaye, has threatened legal action against Mr. Eugene Lenn Nagbe, Chief of Staff to ex-President George M. Weah, over what his lawyers describe as “defamatory and baseless accusations” made during a recent radio interview. By Gerald C. Koinyeneh, gerald.koinyeneh@frontpageafricaonline.com In a formal communication [...] The post Liberia: EPS Director Gaye Threatens Legal Action Against Eugene Nagbe Over Defamation Claims, Gives 48hrs to Withdraw Statement appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago Collaborative Effort Drives Road Safety Awareness and Action in Harper City

By: Christian Appleton Harper City, Maryland County – A significant push for safer roads in Maryland County culminated over the weekend with the successful conclusion of a comprehensive Road Safety Awareness Project in Harper City. Spearheaded by Partners in Health (PIH) Liberia, the initiative saw a powerful collaboration with the Ministry of Public Works, the […] The post Collaborative Effort Drives Road Safety Awareness and Action in Harper City appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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1 week ago Liberia: SUP Announces April 14 Nationwide Mobilization Action to Demand Justice for 2022 Protest Victims

Monrovia – The Vanguard Student Unification Party (SUP) has announced plans for a nationwide mobilization on April 14, 2025, to demand justice for victims of state violence during the July 26, 2022 student protests.  By: Willie N. Tokpah, willien.tokpah@frontpageafricaonline.com The announcement was made by SUP Chairman Sylvester Wheeler, who emphasized the party’s commitment to fighting [...] The post Liberia: SUP Announces April 14 Nationwide Mobilization Action to Demand Justice for 2022 Protest Victims appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago Liberia: Woodson Claims Violation of LFA Statutes Over Kuoh’s Attendance at Congress

Monrovia – Ahead of the Liberia Football Association’s 29th Ordinary Congress, Rochelle Woodson, Acting President of Earth Angels FC, has raised concerns over what she describes as a violation of LFA statutes regarding the participation of suspended Fassell FC President Cassell A. Kuoh. By: Christopher C. Walker, christopherc.walker@frontpageafricaonline.com Woodson wrote to the LFA, urging that [...] The post Liberia: Woodson Claims Violation of LFA Statutes Over Kuoh’s Attendance at Congress appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Politics

2 w. ago Liberia: Confident Insurance Brokers, ACTIVA Sign Strategic Partnership

Confident Insurance Brokers Inc. and Activa International Insurance (Liberia) Limited have officially signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)–a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing service delivery and exploring new opportunities within the insurance industry. Speaking at a brief signing ceremony over the weekend, Austin W. Gahr, ACTIVA Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), emphasized that the [...] The post Liberia: Confident Insurance Brokers, ACTIVA Sign Strategic Partnership appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Politics

2 w. ago Liberia’s Silent Crisis: The Intertwined Scourge of Drug Abuse and Mental Illness Demands Urgent National Action

By Amos Harris Monrovia, Liberia – Liberia stands at a precipice, grappling with a burgeoning public health emergency that casts a long shadow over its present and threatens to consume its future. Across the bustling streets of Monrovia and extending into the quieter corners of the nation, a silent yet devastating crisis is unfolding: the […] The post Liberia’s Silent Crisis: The Intertwined Scourge of Drug Abuse and Mental Illness Demands Urgent National Action appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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2 w. ago LACC Hosts Successful Public Outreach Event in River Gee and Maryland Counties, Strengthening Local Communities’ Understanding of Anti

The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has been actively engaging local communities in its fight against corruption, recently concluding impactful public outreach events in Fishtown, River Gee County, and Harper, Maryland County. These initiatives served as crucial platforms for disseminating knowledge about Liberia’s key anti-corruption legal frameworks, including the newly enacted LACC Act, the Whistleblower Protection […] The post LACC Hosts Successful Public Outreach Event in River Gee and Maryland Counties, Strengthening Local Communities’ Understanding of Anti-Corruption Legislation  appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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2 w. ago Monrovia Drowning in Sewage: Vendors and Residents Cry Out for Government Action

By Amos Harris Monrovia, Liberia – April 3, 2025: The heart of Liberia’s capital, particularly the bustling commercial districts of Waterside and Broad Street, is facing a severe public health crisis as raw sewage persistently floods the streets. This dire situation, commonly referred to as “pupu water” by locals, has created appalling and unsanitary conditions […] The post Monrovia Drowning in Sewage: Vendors and Residents Cry Out for Government Action appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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2 w. ago Liberia: NGO Coalition of Liberia Urges Government Action on Burkinabe and Ivorian Influx Amid Rising Land and Forest Concerns  

Monrovia – The NGO Coalition of Liberia has raised alarm over the increasing influx of Burkinabe and Ivorian nationals into Liberia, alleging that their involvement in cocoa farming and illegal mining is causing widespread deforestation, land conflicts, and illegal immigration concerns. In a statement issued this week, the coalition called on the Liberian government to [...] The post Liberia: NGO Coalition of Liberia Urges Government Action on Burkinabe and Ivorian Influx Amid Rising Land and Forest Concerns   appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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2 w. ago Liberia; Pleebo Activist Arrested for Demanding Justice in Domestic Violence Case

PLEEBO, Maryland – A local activist, Fred Jaffa, has been arrested after demanding justice for Mammie Williams, a woman allegedly assaulted by her fiancé, Mechezedeck Toe, the former Mayor of Harper City.  By Peter P. Toe, Contributing Writer On March 22, Williams, 30, a resident of Zone 7, reported being brutally attacked by Toe, suffering [...] The post Liberia; Pleebo Activist Arrested for Demanding Justice in Domestic Violence Case appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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2 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.

Society

3 w. ago President Boakai Appoints Acting Deputy Managing Director for Technical Services at the Liberia Electricity Corporation

Executive Mansion, Monrovia– President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has appointed Mr. Mohammed L. Sow as the Acting Deputy Managing Director for Technical Services at the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC). This appointment is based on Mr. Sow’s qualifications and experience in the energy sector and takes immediate effect pending the return and confirmation by the Liberian […] The post President Boakai Appoints Acting Deputy Managing Director for Technical Services at the Liberia Electricity Corporation appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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3 w. ago Liberia: ECOWAS Court Registers Lawsuit from Suspended NAFAA Director, Orders Gov’t to Respond

ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Community Court of Justice of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has officially registered a lawsuit filed by Emma Metieh Glassco, the suspended Director General of Liberia’s National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority (NAFAA).  By Selma Lomax selma.lomax@frontpageafricaonline.com The case, filed on March 24, 2025, in Abuja, Nigeria, challenges her suspension [...] The post Liberia: ECOWAS Court Registers Lawsuit from Suspended NAFAA Director, Orders Gov’t to Respond appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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