24 h. ago Maryland County Education Office Launches Comprehensive Audit of Local Schools

By Christian Appleton Harper, Maryland County – In an unprecedented move to fortify accountability and transparency within its education system, the Maryland County Education Office has initiated a comprehensive audit of all 179 functional schools across the county. This landmark undertaking, spearheaded by County Education Officer (CEO) Larry Nimely, marks the first full-scale audit of […] The post Maryland County Education Office Launches Comprehensive Audit of Local Schools appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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56 h. ago Liberia: Clinical Records Challenge Online Narrative in Montserrado Infant Death

Paynesville- The death of six-month-old Darlene Angel Hoggard in Montserrado County has sparked nationwide grief, fierce social media debate, and allegations of medical negligence. By Willie N. Tokpah But as health investigators delve deeper into the case, preliminary findings suggest that much of the public outcry may be based on incomplete or inaccurate information. Initial [...] The post Liberia: Clinical Records Challenge Online Narrative in Montserrado Infant Death appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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67 h. ago Liberia: President Boakai Honors Best Performing and Compliance Public Entities Amid Warning for Others to Follow Suit

Monrovia – President Joseph Boakai has called on all institutions under the Executive Branch of government to meet or surpass national performance benchmarks following the conclusion of the 2024–2025 Performance Management and Compliance System (PMCS) cycle.  By Emmanuel Weedee-Conway  Speaking at an official recognition ceremony held at the Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf Ministerial Complex in Monrovia, the President [...] The post Liberia: President Boakai Honors Best Performing and Compliance Public Entities Amid Warning for Others to Follow Suit appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 d. ago Liberia: CENTAL Report: 83% of Liberians Say Corruption Remains High Despite 7% Drop — Police, Health Workers Most Corrupt  

Monrovia, Liberia – Despite a marginal decline in public perception, corruption in Liberia remains deeply entrenched, particularly in public institutions such as the police and health sectors. According to the 2024 State of Corruption Report (SCORE) released by the Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL), 83% of Liberians still believe corruption is high—down [...] The post Liberia: CENTAL Report: 83% of Liberians Say Corruption Remains High Despite 7% Drop — Police, Health Workers Most Corrupt   appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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4 d. ago The Lingering Wave of Dishonesty Undermining Liberia’s Social Fabric

By Cornelius Robert U-Sayee Over the past decade, Liberia has been undergoing a quiet but deeply disturbing crisis— the constant erosion of trust across nearly every layer of society. From families to public institutions, from religious spaces to local markets, dishonesty has increasingly become normalized, creating ripple effects that threaten the nation’s social and economic […] The post The Lingering Wave of Dishonesty Undermining Liberia’s Social Fabric appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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4 d. ago Maryland Vocational Training Institute Relocation Sparks Outrage in Gedetarbo 

Gedetarbo, Maryland County, Liberia – A dispute over the planned relocation of the Maryland Vocational Training Institute (MVTI) is fueling significant tension in Gedetarbo and Pleebo towns. Community leaders, residents, and youth groups are vehemently opposing what they claim is a politically motivated attempt to move the institute from its originally designated site. In 2023, […] The post Maryland Vocational Training Institute Relocation Sparks Outrage in Gedetarbo  appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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4 d. ago Liberia: Min. Ngafuan Says Pres. Boakai Demands Results, Not Delays

Monrovia – Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Ngafuan has called for urgent and unified action across government institutions to fast-track Liberia’s development efforts, stressing that President Joseph Boakai is “impatient with delays” and determined to see immediate improvements in public service delivery and civil servant welfare. By Jaheim T. Tumu | jaheim.tumu@frontpageafricaonline.com Speaking on Tuesday, [...] The post Liberia: Min. Ngafuan Says Pres. Boakai Demands Results, Not Delays appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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5 d. ago Independent Information Commission Launches FOI Compliance Training Amid Widespread Non

Monrovia, Liberia – In a significant move to tackle widespread non-compliance with Liberia’s Freedom of Information (FOI) Law, the Independent Information Commission (IIC) has announced a two-day “Freedom of Information Awareness, Compliance and Record Management Training.” The training, scheduled for Wednesday, June 11, and Friday, June 13, 2025, aims to bolster transparency and accountability across […] The post Independent Information Commission Launches FOI Compliance Training Amid Widespread Non-Compliance appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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5 d. ago Editorial: Principled or Prideful? Mamie Doe’s Protest Divides a Nation in Mourning

WHAT WAS meant to be a solemn farewell for Liberia’s former First Lady, Nancy B. Doe, has turned into a national flashpoint — not over the funeral itself, but over a daughter’s decision to reject a condolence gesture rooted in Liberian tradition. That decision, made by Veronica “Mamie” Doe, has sparked an emotional and divisive [...] The post Editorial: Principled or Prideful? Mamie Doe’s Protest Divides a Nation in Mourning appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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5 d. ago Liberia: YPLS Africa Launches 12th Cohort as Ecowas Representative Urges Youth to Embrace Ethical, Transformational Leadership

Monrovia – Naymote Partners for Democratic Development has launched the 12th cohort of its flagship Young Political Leadership School Africa (YPLS Africa), bringing together 120 emerging leaders from 11 African countries for a week-long intensive training in Monrovia. The training, running from June 9 to 13, 2025, is being held under the theme: “Unlocking Africa’s [...] The post Liberia: YPLS Africa Launches 12th Cohort as Ecowas Representative Urges Youth to Embrace Ethical, Transformational Leadership appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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5 d. ago Liberia: NBC Launches Comprehensive Compliance Review of MOPP and CRC Operations in Maryland County

PLEEBO, Maryland County – The National Bureau of Concessions (NBC) has launched a compliance review of two of Liberia’s largest agribusiness concessionaires operating in Maryland County — the Maryland Oil Palm Plantation (MOPP) and Cavalla Rubber Corporation (CRC).  By: Peter P. Toe, Jr, Contributing Writer  A high-level team of monitoring and evaluation compliance officers from [...] The post Liberia: NBC Launches Comprehensive Compliance Review of MOPP and CRC Operations in Maryland County appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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6 d. ago NBC Launches Major Compliance Review of Maryland County Concessions 

Pleebo, Maryland County – June 9, 2025 – The National Bureau of Concessions (NBC) has initiated a comprehensive compliance and impact assessment of two significant concessionaires operating in Maryland County: Maryland Oil Palm Plantation (MOPP) and Cavalla Rubber Corporation (CRC). Over the weekend, a team of Monitoring and Evaluation compliance officers, led by NBC Director […] The post NBC Launches Major Compliance Review of Maryland County Concessions  appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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6 d. ago Koufa Consortium, AMEU launches Liberia’s first Preparatory Testing Center 

By Lewis S. Teh Monrovia, Liberia, June 8, 2025: A Liberian-owned Koufa Consortium, in collaboration with African Methodist Episcopal University (AMEU), boosts the education sector of Liberia by the launch of the first premier comprehensive preparatory training programs and testing centers for ACCA, CIA, CFE, and IPSAS exams, setting a new benchmark for professional development … The post Koufa Consortium, AMEU launches Liberia’s first Preparatory Testing Center  appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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9 d. ago Liberia: Naymote to Host 12th Edition of Young Political Leadership School Africa in Monrovia

Monrovia – Naymote Partners for Democratic Development, Liberia’s leading pro-democracy institution, is set to host the 12th Cohort of the Young Political Leadership School Africa (YPLS Africa) under the theme: “Unlocking Africa’s Potential: Youth Leadership for Economic Development and Political Stability.” According to a release, the five-day event, scheduled to run from June 9–13, 2025, [...] The post Liberia: Naymote to Host 12th Edition of Young Political Leadership School Africa in Monrovia appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago Liberia: LDEA Completes Specialized Training for 28 Officers in Maryland County

Harper, Maryland County – The Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) has concluded a week-long in-service training for 28 officers assigned to its Maryland County detachment. By: Peter P. Toe, Jr., contributing writer The training was aimed at strengthening their capacity to combat drug-related crimes in the region. The training, which took place from May 25 [...] The post Liberia: LDEA Completes Specialized Training for 28 Officers in Maryland County appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago Liberia: President Boakai’s UNSC Victory Speech Sparks Controversy Over Weah Omission

Monrovia – Liberia’s election as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2026–2027 term marks a diplomatic milestone for the West African nation. Yet, the celebratory moment has been overshadowed by political discord over who deserves credit for the achievement. By Selma Lomax | selma.lomax@frontpageafricaonline.com  President Joseph Boakai’s address on Tuesday hailed [...] The post Liberia: President Boakai’s UNSC Victory Speech Sparks Controversy Over Weah Omission appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago GVL Driver Allegedly Steals 10,000 Gallons of Palm Oil, Abandons Truck in Botched Transfer Attempt

By Christian Appleton Weah Village, Maryland County, Liberia – June 3, 2025 – In a brazen act of alleged industrial theft, a driver employed by Golden Veroleum Liberia (GVL) reportedly diverted a company tanker truck carrying a massive 10,000-gallon load of palm oil, attempting to transfer the valuable contents to another vehicle before fleeing the […] The post GVL Driver Allegedly Steals 10,000 Gallons of Palm Oil, Abandons Truck in Botched Transfer Attempt appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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1 week ago ActionAid Liberia Trains 40 CSO Leaders on Carbon Market and Climate Justice Advocacy

The workshop aims to empower CSOs to protect community rights, understand the implications of carbon trading, and ensure that the voices of forest-dependent communities are central to any national climate policy discussions. Let us remember, forests are not just carbon sinks, they are homes, history, and livelihoods for our people. All those who have protected […] The post ActionAid Liberia Trains 40 CSO Leaders on Carbon Market and Climate Justice Advocacy appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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1 week ago Liberia: Sinkor Riders Club Calls on Young Liberians to Join and Promote Cycling for Health and Competition

Monrovia – The President and Founder of the Sinkor Riders Cycling Club, Edmund Kloh, is calling on young Liberians between the ages of 15 and 25 who have a passion for cycling to register with the club and join its training program. A. Macaulay Sombai, Sombai.macaulaysombai@FrontPageAfricaonline.com-0777217428 Founded in 2021, Sinkor Riders (SR) is a cycling club committed [...] The post Liberia: Sinkor Riders Club Calls on Young Liberians to Join and Promote Cycling for Health and Competition appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago Liberia’s Drug Crisis – A National Catastrophe Fueled by Political Neglect and Institutional Decay

By Amos Harris Across Liberia, particularly in Montserrado County’s 17 districts and deep into rural communities, a silent war is being waged. This war isn’t fought with guns, but with needles, pills, and powdered substances. It is a war claiming the bodies and minds of Liberia’s young people, as illegal drugs become more accessible than […] The post Liberia’s Drug Crisis – A National Catastrophe Fueled by Political Neglect and Institutional Decay appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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