1 hour ago LMHRA, LDEA strengthen partnership to address illicit drug concerns in Liberia

April 23, 2025: Monrovia, Liberia—In a vital step towards enhancing public health safety, the Liberia Medicines and Health Products Authority (LMHRA) and the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) have reaffirmed their commitment to work together in combating the illegal importation and distribution of controlled and illicit substances in the country. During a recent courtesy meeting, … The post LMHRA, LDEA strengthen partnership to address illicit drug concerns in Liberia appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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50 h. ago Liberia: NTA & ABK sealed deal to boost public transport fleet

The National Transit Authority has announced the procurement of over 50 new buses to boost public transport here. By: Kruah Thompson Monrovia, Liberia, April 21, 2025: The National Transit Authority (NTA), in partnership with ABK Incorporated, is finalizing a procurement deal aimed at alleviating the transportation burden on citizens across Liberia. The agreement involves the … The post Liberia: NTA & ABK sealed deal to boost public transport fleet appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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51 h. ago Liberia: Cable Consortium of Liberia’s Announcement of Internet Outages During Nimba Byelection Sparks Concern

Monrovia – The Cable Consortium of Liberia (CCL) has announced a week-long disruption to internet services from April 23 to 28, 2025, sparking a wave of public concern and speculation due to the timing—coinciding with the highly anticipated Nimba County by-election. By Gerald C. Koinyeneh, gerald.koinyeneh@frontpageafricaonline.com In a public statement recently, the CCL said the [...] The post Liberia: Cable Consortium of Liberia’s Announcement of Internet Outages During Nimba Byelection Sparks Concern appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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4 d. ago Liberia: Cabinet Director General Urges Ministries to Link Performance Results to Budget Allocations

Director General of the Cabinet, Nathaniel Kwabo, has says that there will be no excuses for underperforming government ministries and agencies moving forward, as results will now be linked to budgetary allocations. In addressing a high-level engagement on the “Performance Management Compliance System” (PMCs), which focused on heads of institutions, ministers, and public entities, he [...] The post Liberia: Cabinet Director General Urges Ministries to Link Performance Results to Budget Allocations appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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6 d. ago Liberia: Public Trust on the Line as Supreme Court Prepares to Rule In House Leadership Dispute

Monrovia – With barely a week to go before the Supreme Court delivers what could be one of its most consequential rulings in recent memory, anxiety is mounting across Liberia over a high-stakes legal and political dispute that threatens the foundation of the nation’s governance. By Selma Lomax | selma.lomax@frontpageafricaonline.com The Court is expected to rule on [...] The post Liberia: Public Trust on the Line as Supreme Court Prepares to Rule In House Leadership Dispute appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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6 d. ago Liberia: EPA Launches Demolition of Illegal Structures to Tackle Flooding in Paynesville

Congo Town – The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in collaboration with the Paynesville City Corporation (PCC), Monrovia City Corporation (MCC), the Ministry of Public Works, and the Liberia Land Authority (LLA), has begun a major demolition exercise targeting illegal structures on the Montserrado wetlands. By Francis G. Boayue, francis.boayue@frontpageafricaonline.com The operation commenced on Wednesday along the [...] The post Liberia: EPA Launches Demolition of Illegal Structures to Tackle Flooding in Paynesville appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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6 d. ago Liberia: Mental Health Campaign Hits Liberian Streets to Combat Stigma and Raise Awareness

Monrovia – In a move to tackle the stigma surrounding mental health in Liberia, the Rebecca Blamo’s Mental Health Awareness and Well-being C.I.C. Liberia Project has launched a five-day public campaign titled “Taking Mental Health to the Street.” By Francis G. Boayue, francis.boayue@frontpageafricaonline.com The campaign, which began on April 14th, 2023, is taking place across [...] The post Liberia: Mental Health Campaign Hits Liberian Streets to Combat Stigma and Raise Awareness 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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2 w. ago Liberia and Ivory Coast Forge Ahead on Key Cavalla River Bridge Project

By Christian Appleton   Tabou, La Côte d’Ivoire – In a significant stride towards bolstering regional integration and trade within Africa, Liberia’s Minister of Public Works, Roland Lafayette Giddings, recently engaged in productive discussions with Ivorian authorities, contractors, and consultants concerning the completion of the vital Cavalla River Bridge. This bridge, a cornerstone of the Mano […] The post Liberia and Ivory Coast Forge Ahead on Key Cavalla River Bridge Project appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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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 Liberia: Government Rejects Chinese Offer, Reportedly Seeks Ecobank Financing for $22M Yellow Machines

MONROVIA – The Government of Liberia is reportedly negotiating with Ecobank to pre-finance the $22 million acquisition of 285 yellow machines, essential for the country’s infrastructure development. By Selma Lomax, Selma.lomax@frontpageafricaonline.com This deal, which was renegotiated after an initial agreement had ballooned to $43 million, marks a significant step toward fiscal responsibility and public accountability. [...] The post Liberia: Government Rejects Chinese Offer, Reportedly Seeks Ecobank Financing for $22M Yellow Machines appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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2 w. ago Luxury Vehicle Purchase Sparks Controversy for President Boakai Amid Economic Hardship

By Amos Harris Monrovia, Liberia – April 5, 2025 – A firestorm of public debate has erupted in Liberia following the disclosure of a recent high-end Lexus vehicle acquisition for President Joseph Nyuma Boakai. While the Executive Mansion defends the purchase as necessary for security and due to the deteriorated state of the presidential fleet […] The post Luxury Vehicle Purchase Sparks Controversy for President Boakai Amid Economic Hardship appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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2 w. ago Ombudsman Cracks Down: Top Officials Fined for Code of Conduct Violations

By Amos Harris Monrovia, Liberia – April 5, 2025 – In a decisive move signaling a commitment to ethical governance, the Office of the Ombudsman has levied fines against several high-ranking government officials for breaches of Liberia’s Code of Conduct for Public Officials. The sanctions target prominent figures such as Labor Minister Cllr. Cooper Kruah […] The post Ombudsman Cracks Down: Top Officials Fined for Code of Conduct Violations appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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2 w. ago Liberia Gears Up for PFM System Overhaul: Deputy Minister Myers Calls for “Critical Adjustments”

Buchanan, Grand Bassa County – Deputy Finance Minister for Fiscal Affairs, Hon. Anthony Myers, underscored the pressing need for “critical adjustments” to Liberia’s public financial management (PFM) instruments to meet current demands. His remarks kicked off a crucial five-day workshop in Buchanan on Monday, organized by the Public Financial Management (PFM) Reforms Coordination Unit of […] The post Liberia Gears Up for PFM System Overhaul: Deputy Minister Myers Calls for “Critical Adjustments” appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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3 w. ago Liberia’s Beauty Queen Wilson Sued Amid Public Backlash Over Alleged Student Assault

Monrovia – Miss Kindness Wilson, the second runner-up in the Miss Liberia beauty pageant, is under legal scrutiny and facing public backlash after assaulting a student, Juah Cassell, from the Stella Maris University. By Willie Tokpah, willien.tokpah@frontpageafricaonline.com The incident, which occurred on March 31, has sparked outrage, with questions being raised about the conduct of [...] The post Liberia’s Beauty Queen Wilson Sued Amid Public Backlash Over Alleged Student Assault appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 w. ago National Lottery Authority Donates to Vulnerable Communities in Southeastern Liberia 

By Christian Appleton  Harper, Maryland County – March 31, 2025 – The National Lottery Authority (NLA) has launched its second donation initiative in two years, providing essential food and non-food items to physically challenged individuals, elderly citizens, orphans, and public welfare institutions in the southeastern counties of Liberia. The counties benefitting from this gesture include […] The post National Lottery Authority Donates to Vulnerable Communities in Southeastern Liberia  appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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3 w. ago Liberia: President Boakai Criticized for Purchasing $300K Vehicles Amid Economic Hardship

Monrovia – Amid the dire economic struggles facing Liberians, the recent purchase of two luxury vehicles by President Joseph Boakai has ignited a fierce debate across the nation. The 2025 Lexus LX 700HR Super Ultra Luxury SUVs, valued at nearly US$300,000, have become a symbol of perceived hypocrisy, causing a public outcry as critics question [...] The post Liberia: President Boakai Criticized for Purchasing $300K Vehicles Amid Economic Hardship appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 w. ago Liberia: Gov’t to Address Teachers Concerns, Amidst Public School Students Protest  

Monrovia – Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine K. Ngafuan has raised concerns over the rapid increase in volunteer teachers within the Monrovia Consolidated School System (MCSS), describing it as an issue requiring urgent attention. By Jaheim T. Tumu | jaheim.tumu@frontpageafricaonline.com In response, the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP) convened a high-level meeting [...] The post Liberia: Gov’t to Address Teachers Concerns, Amidst Public School Students Protest   appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 w. ago Liberia: UL’s Silence Amid SUP Protests Raises Questions About University’s Commitment to Rule of Law

Monrovia – The University of Liberia (UL) is facing growing public criticism for its silence regarding recent violent actions allegedly carried out by members of the Student Unification Party (SUP) at the Liberia Football Association (LFA) headquarters.  By Christopher Walker The incident, which saw individuals in SUP attire vandalizing property and engaging in violent acts [...] The post Liberia: UL’s Silence Amid SUP Protests Raises Questions About University’s Commitment to Rule of Law appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 w. ago Civil Society Condemns Police Response to Student Protest, Urges Respect for Assembly and Rule of Law

Monrovia, Liberia – March 26, 2025 – Civil society organizations have issued a strong condemnation of the alleged violent confrontation between members of the Liberia National Police and public school students that reportedly occurred yesterday. These organizations cite credible reports suggesting that police reacted with excessive force to a student protest. The protest was reportedly […] The post Civil Society Condemns Police Response to Student Protest, Urges Respect for Assembly and Rule of Law appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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