39 h. 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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5 d. ago Liberia: Shenzhen Delegation Visits Monrovia To Foster Collaboration, Holds Partnership Meeting with Mayor Siafa 

Monrovia- A High-level city government delegation from Shenzhen, People’s Republic of China arrived in Monrovia Wednesday and held productive discussions with the Mayor of the Monrovia City Corporation Hon. John-Charuk Siafa. The visit aims to foster collaboration between the city of Shenzhen and Monrovia in key areas including; urban planning, technological advancement, and other strategic areas [...] The post Liberia: Shenzhen Delegation Visits Monrovia To Foster Collaboration, Holds Partnership Meeting with Mayor Siafa  appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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7 d. ago UBA Liberia Pays Courtesy Call to Finance Minister, Fosters Partnership

Monrovia – The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Liberia Mr. Ayokunle Olajubu along with his business team on Thursday paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Finance and Development Planning Hon. Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan at his Office to discuss partnership in support of Liberia’s economic growth [...] The post UBA Liberia Pays Courtesy Call to Finance Minister, Fosters Partnership appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago UNDP Hosts Third “Inclusive Hour” Featuring Finance Minister Ngafuan Amid Economic Uncertainty

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) convened the third edition of its flagship policy dialogue series, “The Inclusive Hour,” on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, in Monrovia, Liberia. The high-level gathering brought together key stakeholders to engage in a candid conversation regarding Liberia’s fiscal future following a significant aid suspension by the United States. Held at […] The post UNDP Hosts Third “Inclusive Hour” Featuring Finance Minister Ngafuan Amid Economic Uncertainty appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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1 week ago Mr. Joshua Carter and Carter Center Delegation Pay Courtesy Visit to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr

Executive Mansion, Monrovia- President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., welcomed Mr. Joshua Carter, grandson of the late former U.S. President Jimmy Earl Carter, along with a distinguished delegation from The Carter Center, during a courtesy visit at the Executive Mansion on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. The visit highlighted Carter Center’s decades-long partnership with Liberia, especially in […] The post Mr. Joshua Carter and Carter Center Delegation Pay Courtesy Visit to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr 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: 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.

Society

3 w. ago Liberia: Youth & Sports Ministry Releases Financial Report on 2025 National County Sports Meet

Monrovia – The Ministry of Youth and Sports (MYS) has announced the financial results of the 2025 National County Sports Meet, revealing a total revenue of $341,000 USD and L$41,123,002.85 Liberian dollars. By Christopher C. Walker, christopherc.walker@frontpageafricaonline.com According to Sports Minister Cllr. Jeror Cole Bangalu, this sum was raised through sponsorships, gate fees, and government [...] The post Liberia: Youth & Sports Ministry Releases Financial Report on 2025 National County Sports Meet appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 w. ago MFDP Director Placed on Administrative Leave, Referred to Ombudsman Following Assault Video

Monrovia, Liberia – March 26, 2025 – The Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP) has placed Mr. Massayan Sorsor, a Director within the Ministry, on compulsory administrative leave and forwarded his case to the Office of the Ombudsman for investigation. This action follows the Ministry’s awareness on Saturday night, March 22, 2025, of a […] The post MFDP Director Placed on Administrative Leave, Referred to Ombudsman Following Assault Video appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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3 w. ago Liberia: Ministry of Health and Stakeholders Discuss Financial Sustainability of Liberia’s Healthcare System

Paynesville – The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with key stakeholders, has launched a week-long workshop to assess and validate the financial sustainability of Liberia’s healthcare system.  By Webster Clayeh, webster.clayeh@frontpageafricaonline.com The event, held at the Golden Key Hotel in Paynesville, focuses on the Liberia Health Equity Fund (LHEF) and the Liberia Social Health Insurance Scheme, [...] The post Liberia: Ministry of Health and Stakeholders Discuss Financial Sustainability of Liberia’s Healthcare System appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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4 w. ago Maryland County Officials and Delegation Discuss County Treasury Initiative 

By Christian Appleton   MARYLAND COUNTY, LIBERIA – Maryland County officials recently held a significant meeting with a delegation from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Ministry of Finance Development Planning, and the Liberia Revenue Authority to discuss the functions of various agencies operating within the county.  The meeting centered around a proposal to establish a […] The post Maryland County Officials and Delegation Discuss County Treasury Initiative  appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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4 w. ago Finance and Development Planning Minister Ngafuan Welcomes International Forensic Experts

Monrovia, Liberia- Finance and Development Planning Minister Hon. Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan has hailed the arrival of two senior forensic experts from FTI Consulting as a significant step in President Boakai’s fight against corruption. The experts will assist in tracing and recovering assets obtained through illicit means, a move Ngafuan describes as “good news” for the […] The post Finance and Development Planning Minister Ngafuan Welcomes International Forensic Experts-Hails their Role in Strengthening Liberia’s Fight Against Corruption appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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