Monrovia—Israel’s Ambassador to Liberia, Ghana, and Sierra Leone, Roey Gilad, has announced his government’s willingness to support the establishment of a Liberian Embassy in Israel. By: Yawah Y. Jaivey Ambassador …
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Liberia: Eulogy for Sylvester M. Grigsby, by his daughter S. Mayumi Umi Grigsby
by lnnby lnnGood afternoon, family and friends. Today, I stand simply as a daughter—grateful, humbled, and heartbroken to honor my father who aside from his own accomplishments was a great father to …
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Liberia: President Boakai Meets With Top Liscr Officials In Washington DC
by lnnby lnnWashington, D.C. – The Co-Chairs of the Liberian International Ship and Corporate Registry (LISCR), Mr. Adam Cohen and Mr. Elan Cohen, today held a high-level meeting with the President of …
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Liberia: EPA Boss Urges Climate Justice at Africa Climate Summit Side Event
by lnnby lnnAddis Ababa — The Executive Director of the Environmental Protection Agency of Liberia (EPA), Dr. Emmanuel K. Urey Yarkpawolo, has called on African leaders, civil society, and international partners to …
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Liberia’s Dr. Clarence K. Moniba Appointed Professor of Leadership at Africa’s Premier School of Public Policy
by lnnby lnnKigali, Rwanda – A new chapter in African leadership education has opened, and Liberia is proudly part of the story. Dr. Clarence K. Moniba has been recruited as a Professor …
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HARBEL, Margibi County – Firestone Liberia has strongly refuted allegations made by a representative of the Tax Justice Network Africa (TJNA), describing the claims as “false, misleading, and entirely baseless.” …
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South Africa’s Ambassador Backs Liberia’s Women Legislators Project, Warns Against Global Pushback on Gender Equality
by lnnby lnnProf. Jhazbhay stressed that decisive leadership and rights-based frameworks are essential to counter this regression. Monrovia, – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted a high-level signing ceremony on Tuesday, bringing together …
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Ex-Youth and Sports Minister Wilson Admits Weah Administration Fell Short, Urges Stronger Investment in Liberian Sports
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – Former Youth and Sports Minister D. Zeogar Wilson recently admitted that the George Weah administration, in which he served, fell short in improving sports in Liberia. By: Christopher …
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LFA President Hails Bettomax Champions Cup, Urges More Corporate Investment in Liberian Football
by lnnby lnnMONROVIA-Liberia Football Association (LFA) President Mustapha Raji has praised Bettomax for its “groundbreaking contribution” to Liberian football, following the successful conclusion of the inaugural Bettomax Champions Cup. By: Christopher C. …
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Liberia: Court Reschedules Ruling on Motion to Suppress Evidence as Defense Opposes AMI Medical Facility; Judge Issues Fine
by lnnby lnnMonrovia-The highly anticipated ruling on a motion to suppress evidence in the ongoing arson case involving former Deputy Speaker J. Fonati Koffa and co-defendants has been postponed until Thursday, September …
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Liberia: Biomedical Scientist Dougbeh Chris Nyan Gets “African Genius Award 2025”
by lnnby lnnDr. Nyan is among several other awardees are from Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, and Nigeria, among others. They work in various fields of science, medicine, the humanities and other disciplines …
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Liberia: EPA and UNDP Conduct Coastal Assessment in Sinoe Ahead of Climate Resilience Project
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – The Environmental Protection Agency of Liberia (EPA), in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has concluded a field mission to Sinoe County as part of preparations …
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Liberia: Seventeen Liberian Leaders Complete Mandela Washington Fellowship in the United States
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – Seventeen young Liberian professionals have returned home after successfully completing the Mandela Washington Fellowship, a flagship U.S. Government program designed to build leadership and professional capacity among emerging …
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Liberia: Government’s New Petroleum Pricing Structure Draws Mixed Reactions — Rep. Bility Blasts as ‘Harmful Maneuver,’ Sen. Moye Says It Will Boost Revenue
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – The Government of Liberia’s decision to impose a new petroleum pricing structure has sparked heated debate among lawmakers and the public, with critics warning of dire consequences for Liberian-owned …
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Senior EU Diplomat Warns Disinformation Is a ‘Major Threat’ to Liberian Democracy, Links Climate Change to Regional Migration
by lnnby lnnJoão Gomes Cravinho, the European Union’s Special Representative for the Sahel, says disinformation is “a major threat” to democratic societies. Credit: Anthony Stephens/New Narratives. Summary: João Gomes Cravinho, the EU’s …
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AML’s Head of Sustainability and External Relations, Marcus Wleh, said the sponsorship aligns with one of the company’s core pillars—youth and sports development. Monrovia – ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) has signed …
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Liberia: PRESIDENT BOAKAI MEETS WITH TOP LISCR OFFICIALS IN WASHINGTON, DC
by lnnby lnnWashington, D.C. – The Co-Chairs of the Liberian International Ship and Corporate Registry (LISCR), Mr. Adam Cohen and Mr. Elan Cohen, today held a high-level meeting with the President of …
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Liberia, India, Brazil, South Africa, and UN Women Launch $1 Million Project to Empower Women Legislators
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – Liberia, in partnership with India, Brazil, South Africa, and UN Women, has launched a $1 million initiative aimed at strengthening women’s leadership and promoting gender-responsive governance. The launch …
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ULIBAAA Demands Immediate, Sustainable Solutions to Crisis at University of Liberia
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – The University of Liberia Alumni Association in the Americas (ULIBAAA) has issued a strong warning to the Boakai-Koung administration and relevant stakeholders, citing what it describes as a worsening …
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Liberia Showcases Climate Resilience Strategy at Africa Regional Climate Week
by lnnby lnnAddis Ababa – Liberia has reaffirmed its commitment to climate resilience and sustainable development during the Africa Regional Climate Week held at the Addis Convention Centre in Addis Ababa. By …
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Liberia: Jallah Kesselly Inducted as Governance Commission Executive Director
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – The Governance Commission (GC) has officially inducted Mr. Jallah C. Kesselly as its new Executive Director. By Emmanuel Weedee-Conway The induction ceremony was held on Monday in Monrovia. …
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Liberia: Suspended LTA Chairman Kamara Released on Bond Amid Corruption Charges
by lnnby lnnMonrovia-Suspended Chairman of the Board of Commissioners of the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA), Abdullai L. Kamara, has been released on bond following his arrest and brief detention at the Monrovia …
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Liberia: Weeping Defendant Breaks Down in Court, Plead for Mercy In Princess Zuo Wesseh Trial, Final Arguments Set Thursday
by lnnby lnnMonrovia-Defendant Bill Jallah, in a deeply emotional state, broke down on Tuesday, September 9, during proceedings at Criminal Court “B”, pleading for mercy as he stood trial for the killing …
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Suspended LTA Chair Abdullai Kamara Jailed Following Fresh Indictment Over Corruption Charges
by lnnby lnnMonrovia-Suspended Chairman of the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA), Abdullai L. Kamara, has been formally arrested and committed to the Monrovia Central Prison, following a fresh indictment issued by the Criminal …