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Liberia: Former Ganta City Mayor Amos Suah Joins Ruling Unity Party
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
Ganta, Nimba County – Former Ganta City Mayor Amos N.G. Suah has joined the ruling Unity Party. By D. Franklin Doloquee [email protected] Suah, who previously served under the opposition Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) during the George Weah...
Liberia: LACC Reports Low Asset Declaration Compliance Among Lawmakers, Launches Digital Initiative to Boost Transparency
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
GANTA, Nimba County – The Executive Chairperson of the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC), Cllr. Alexandra K. Zoe, has disclosed troubling statistics regarding asset declaration compliance among members of the Legislature, raising fresh...
Liberia: Townsfolk Register Homes to Own Land
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
A townsman speak with Land Authority and Parley Liberia fieldworker in Gbarmue, a town in the Jorpolu Clan, Jorquelleh District in Bong County. The DayLight/Varney Kamara. GBARMUE – Townspeople in a Bong clan have registered their homes to own the...
Liberia: Superintendent Massaquoi Reports Major Development Gains, Infrastructure Overhaul, and Cross-Border Initiatives in Lofa County
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
GANTA, Nimba County – Lofa County Superintendent J. Lavelah Massaquoi has announced a wave of ongoing development initiatives across the county, crediting the progress to enhanced security, strong government support, and a growing sense of unity...
Liberia: The Crucial Role of the Asset Recovery Task Force and Anti-Corruption Commission in a Democratic Society
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
In a democratic society, the integrity of public institutions is paramount to the success and credibility of governance. By: Austin S Fallah, [email protected], contributing writer The Asset Recovery Task Force and the Anti-Corruption Commission...
Simeon Freeman Re-echoes Need for Shorter Elective Terms
Liberian Observer
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The political leader of the Movement for Progressive Change (MPC), Simeon Freeman, is advocating for the reduction of elective terms for the President, Senators, and Representatives to four years each. His proposal, which came during a keynote...
Liberia: LWSC, Public Works Launch $1.4M Emergency Water Connection Project in Montserrado
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
Paynesville – The Liberia Water and Sewer Corporation (LWSC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Works (MPW) and with funding from the World Bank, has launched a $1.48 million emergency water connection project targeting 2,500 households...
LRA Digitizes Rural Customs Posts, Launches Online Duty-Free Platform
Liberian Observer
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The Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) has taken a major step toward modernizing the country’s customs and trade infrastructure with the full digitization of six customs business offices (CBOs) and the launch of a new online duty-free application...
A Call to President Trump to End American Colonization Of Liberia To Restore America’s Founding Promise Of Human Dignity, Justice, Unity, And Freedom
Front Page Africa
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July 4, 2025
Monrovia, Liberia – On behalf of the Free Liberia Movement and Universal Human Rights International, Rev. Torli H. Krua extends warm congratulations to President Donald J. Trump and Vice President Vance on this Independence Day. By Rev. Torli H....
Liberia: Government Denies Capitol Suspect Etheridge’s Request for Compassionate Leave to Attend Mother’s Funeral
Front Page Africa
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June 30, 2025
In a move that has reignited debate over justice and humanity within Liberia’s legal system, the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) refused a request to allow him compassionate leave to pay his final respects. Monrovia – In the quiet hallways of the...
Labour Minister Kruah admits issuing Work Waivers.
The New Dawn Liberia
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July 4, 2025
By: Kruah Thompson Liberia’s Labour Minister, Cllr. Cooper Kruah has admitted to issuing waivers or temporary work permits to foreign nationals but strongly denied allegations that the process was done in secrecy, as reported by some local media...
Liberian entrepreneur assesses business climate here.
The New Dawn Liberia
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July 3, 2025
A Liberian entrepreneur laments lack of bigger contracts from government to boost the private sector. By Stephen G. Fellajuah Monrovia, Liberia; July 3, 2025 – A Liberian businessman and founder/CEO of the Dorbor Bedell Foundation in Maryland...
Behind Boakai’s Trump invitation
The New Dawn Liberia
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July 7, 2025
President Joseph Nyumah Boakai is expected to join four leaders from the continent this week in the United States to discuss “commercial opportunities,” thanks to an invitation from US President Donald Trump. Monrovia, July 7, 2025: Per the...
VP Koung launches nighttime sailing at Freeport of Monrovia
The New Dawn Liberia
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July 4, 2025
By: Kruah Thompson Monrovia, July 4, 2025: Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung has launched a new nighttime sailing program and commissioned modern equipment at the Free Port of Monrovia to enhance port services and boost trade in Liberia. The...
Liberia: Pres. Boakai, Amb. Toner Reaffirm U.S.-Liberia Historic Ties at 249th U.S. Independence Anniversary Celebration
Front Page Africa
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July 2, 2025
Monrovia – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai and U.S. Ambassador Mark Toner have reaffirmed the long-standing and historic relationship between Liberia and the United States during a ceremony commemorating the 249th anniversary of American...
ALBERT PORTE: LIBERIA’S MOST SELFLESS, FEARLESS, AND CONSISTENT ADVOCATE
Liberian Observer
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From the dusty classrooms of Crozerville to the austere dungeons of Monrovia, Albert Porte carried little more than his toothbrush, a sleeping mat, the Constitution of Liberia, and the Holy Bible—ever ready to endure imprisonment for the sake of...
Stocks mixed ahead of Trump trade letters, to be sent out today - Newsquawk Europe Market Open
Zero Hedge
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APAC stocks were mostly subdued with the region cautious ahead of upcoming key events, including central bank announcements and the July 9th tariff deadline. US President Trump said 12 nations will receive tariff letters on Monday (deliveries to...
UNICEF seeks Liberia’s Child Welfare Agenda
The New Dawn Liberia
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July 4, 2025
UNICEF has announced that it is preparing to launch a new program framework focusing on education, health, and child protection in Liberia. By: Naneka A. Hoffman Monrovia, Liberia; July 4, 2025 – UNICEF Regional Director for West and Central...
IAEA DG arrives in Liberia
Liberian Observer
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In a landmark moment for Liberia’s international partnerships, the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Mariano Grossi, arrived in Monrovia today, marking the first-ever visit of an IAEA chief to the country...
LACC Imposes Travel Ban on Key Officials
Liberian Observer
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In a sweeping move aimed at preserving the integrity of ongoing investigations, the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has requested the Liberia Immigration Service (LIS) to immediately place a temporary travel restriction on more than 20...