Transport & Food Prices: Rising fares on the Ganta–Monrovia route are pushing up costs for commuters and traders in Ganta, with reports of taxi fares reaching L$2,000 and extra charges for luggage—raising fears of higher food and essentials prices. Road Safety & Infrastructure Economics: The World Bank says traffic injuries cost about 2.1% of GDP annually, urging road safety to be treated as a macro and fiscal priority; it also highlights persistent crash risks on rural roads. Extractives Transparency: LEITI and Germany’s GIZ renewed their partnership to strengthen extractive sector transparency and capacity under the EITI standard. Yellow Machines Workforce: Liberia’s Yellow Machine Program is moving from equipment acquisition to training, launching recruitment and practical testing for heavy-duty operators and mechanics in Bong County—aimed at preventing idle, poorly maintained assets. Judiciary Watch: Liberia’s Supreme Court is set to rule on the Capitol Building arson case jury dispute and other major criminal matters this week, including decisions affecting high-profile officials. Drug Fight Credibility: Calls for an independent probe into Liberia’s drug crisis are intensifying as Justice Minister Oswald Tweh argues investigations must continue alongside international partners. Agriculture Extension Logistics: The Ministry of Agriculture distributed 20 Hilux pickups and 36 motorbikes to county agriculture officers to improve farmer reach, monitoring, and extension services. Education & Accountability: A Grand Bassa school operator, Liberian Agricultural Company, faces scrutiny after reports of unsafe facilities at St. Joseph High School, spotlighting corporate responsibility and local oversight gaps.