9 h. ago UNDP and Government of Liberia Advance National Disaster Preparedness

Monrovia, Liberia – December 16, 2025 – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Government of Liberia and the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA), is taking a major step toward strengthening national disaster preparedness and resilience. As part of Liberia’s commitment to the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, UNDP conducted a […] The post UNDP and Government of Liberia Advance National Disaster Preparedness appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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16 h. ago Liberia: Prosecution Stumbles as Lead Police Witness Contradicts Evidence in Capitol Arson Case

Monrovia — The prosecution’s case in the Capitol Building arson trial came under renewed pressure on Monday, December 15, after its principal witness delivered testimony that repeatedly conflicted with an official investigative report he personally authored and signed—providing the defense fresh grounds to challenge the credibility of the state’s evidence and advance an alibi for one [...] The post Liberia: Prosecution Stumbles as Lead Police Witness Contradicts Evidence in Capitol Arson Case appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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34 h. ago Liberia: They Refused to be Defined by Men’s Role. Now they Sit Behind the Wheel as Commercial Drivers

In this two-part report, we highlight the role of women in advancing Liberia’s renewable energy agenda through the transport sector and the impact of electric vehicles/kekehs on emission reductions. By: Tina S. Mehnpaine, contributing writer—tmehnpaine@gmail.com It’s evening already in the bustling suburb of Newport Street, Central Monrovia. J. Hawa Boimah, the lone female driver, is [...] The post Liberia: They Refused to be Defined by Men’s Role. Now they Sit Behind the Wheel as Commercial Drivers appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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5 d. ago Liberia: European Union’s Electrification Works Advance In Buchanan

Buchanan, Grand Bassa County – As contractors of the Light Up South East Program accelerate the planting of concrete light poles in Buchanan City, a joint assessment mission comprising representatives of the European Union Delegation (EUD), the National Authorizing Office (NAO) of the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning and the Rural and Renewable Energy [...] The post Liberia: European Union’s Electrification Works Advance In Buchanan appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago CSA, Afriland First Bank launch loan scheme for civil servants

By Stephen G. Fellajuah The Civil Service Agency (CSA), in partnership with Afriland First Bank Liberia, has officially launched a groundbreaking salary advance and long-term loan scheme designed to empower civil servants with easy access to credit, flexible repayment options, and financial stability. The launch ceremony was held on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at the … The post CSA, Afriland First Bank launch loan scheme for civil servants appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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3 w. ago Gov’t Reports Major Progress In Electricity Expansion, Road Rehabilitation, Education Advancement

By Amos Harris Monrovia, Liberia – November 26, 2025 — The Government of Liberia is reporting significant progress across key sectors—electricity distribution, road rehabilitation, and education development—as core components of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s national transformation agenda. Speaking at the Ministry of Information, Cultural Affairs and Tourism (MICAT) regular press briefing on Tuesday, Information Minister […] The post Gov’t Reports Major Progress In Electricity Expansion, Road Rehabilitation, Education Advancement appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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3 w. ago Liberia: Corruption Scandal Hits Disaster Management Agency as FPA Probes Sen. Duncan’s Explosive Complaint

Monrovia — A serious corruption scandal is unfolding at the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) after Senator Crayton O. Duncan of Sinoe County officially alerted the Liberian Senate to what he describes as major administrative and financial wrongdoing within the institution. In a letter dated March 10, 2025, addressed to Senator Amara Konneh, Chairman of [...] The post Liberia: Corruption Scandal Hits Disaster Management Agency as FPA Probes Sen. Duncan’s Explosive Complaint appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 w. ago GOL, WASH Caucus, UNDP, and ACDP Boost Water and Community Development in Bong and Nimba Counties

By Naneka Hoffman The Government of Liberia, through the WASH Legislative Caucus, in partnership with UNDP and the Accelerated Community Development Programme (ACDP), is intensifying efforts to improve water access and community development in Bong and Nimba Counties. Speaking in Bong County, in continuation of the joint UNDP-Legislative assessment of ACDP ongoing and completed projects, … The post GOL, WASH Caucus, UNDP, and ACDP Boost Water and Community Development in Bong and Nimba Counties appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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3 w. ago Liberia Albinism Society Commemorates World Children’s Day, Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusion

Monrovia — As the world celebrates World Children’s Day on November 20, the Liberia Albinism Society (LAS) has released an official statement reaffirming its commitment to promoting and protecting the rights of all children, especially children with albinism. By Patience M. Jones The observance, held annually, highlights global efforts to advance child rights, dignity, and [...] The post Liberia Albinism Society Commemorates World Children’s Day, Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusion appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 w. ago UNDP, WASH Caucus Assess ACDP Projects in Gbarpolu County – Highlights Sustainability Needs

Monrovia — For more than five decades, residents of Mardina and surrounding communities in Gbarpolu County endured severe water shortages, relying on unsafe streams that fueled recurring cholera outbreaks. Today, that reality is changing thanks to the Accelerated Community Development Programme (ACDP), a joint initiative of the Government of Liberia and the United Nations Development [...] The post UNDP, WASH Caucus Assess ACDP Projects in Gbarpolu County – Highlights Sustainability Needs appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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