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Liberia’s Pig Value Chain Concludes Public-Private Dialogue Meeting
The Pig Value Chain Actors (PVCA) of Liberia, comprising farmers, processors, butchers, and other stakeholders, concluded a two-day Public-Private Dialogue meeting recently. The meeting aimed to identify sector gaps, realign key policy issues,...
Release signs new solar, battery lease agreements in Liberia and Sierra Leone
Solar and battery leasing company Release, which is majority-owned by renewable-energy company Scatec, has signed new lease agreements totalling 64 MW of solar power and 10 MWh of battery storage in Liberia and Sierra Leone. In Liberia, Release...
The WhatsApp Scam Storm: Rising Cybercrime Threats and the Urgent Call to Secure Liberia’s Digital Future
As Cybersecurity Awareness Month concludes, Liberia faces a defining moment in its digital journey. The nation has experienced unprecedented growth in the use of mobile communication, digital banking, and online governance, connecting millions and...
Liberia - Signing of a Cooperation agreement - Joint communique issued by Mme Eleonore Caroit, Minister delegate for Francophony, International partnerships and French nationals abroad, attached to the minister for Europe and Foreign affairs, And Ms…
Mme Eléonore Caroit, Minister Delegate for Francophony, International Partnerships and French Nationals Abroad, attached to the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, had a meeting today, Thursday 30 October 2025, with Ms Sara Beysolow Nyanti,...
Liberia’s Economy at a Turning Point
Liberia is at a crucial stage in its development, showing positive signs of macro-economic stabilization but still facing deep structural constraints that hamper growth, jobs and inclusion, according to the World Bank’s 6th edition of the Liberia...
Liberia, France Sign General Cooperation Agreement
The Governments of Liberia and France have signed a General Cooperation Agreement aimed at deepening bilateral collaboration across a broad range of sectors including education, agriculture, environment, health, youth empowerment, and renewable...
Liberia: “WFI Campaign to Empower 52,000 Farmers Across 15 Counties; ‘Operation Feed the Nation’ Launch Postponed Until President Boakai’s Return
Monrovia-The much-anticipated launch of the “Operation Feed the Nation, Liberia” Campaign, spearheaded by the World Foundation International Multipurpose Agriculture Cooperative (WFI-MAC), remains firmly on course, despite a temporary postponement...
Liberia: Presidents Boakai, Macron Reaffirm Liberia–France Relations as Foreign Ministers Sign General Cooperation Agreement
Both leaders underscored the importance of translating dialogue into action through technical cooperation and follow-up mechanisms agreed upon during the visit. Paris – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. has kicked off his state visit to France...
Liberia: Graduate Speaker Exemplifies Adlerian Leadership In Liberia’s Civil Service
Josiah F. Joekai Jr., Ph.D., is among 300 graduates celebrating during the University’s Nov. 2 commencement ceremony at the Chicago Theatre. When Josiah F. Joekai Jr., Ph.D., steps into his office in Monrovia, Liberia, he is reminded of the...
Liberia, France Reaffirm Bilateral Ties with Signing of General Cooperation Agreement
Representing Liberia, Her Excellency Madam Sara Beysolow Nyanti (second from left), Minister of Foreign Affairs, signed the agreement alongside Her Excellency Éléonore Caroit (third from left), Minister Delegate to the Minister for Europe and...
Liberia: Nimba Ex-Representative Candidate Barlea Launches Road, Vocational, and Women Empowerment Projects”
Mr. Boriis B. Barlea Ganta, Nimba County – A defeated candidate of District Number 8, Nimba County has unveiled a comprehensive plan to advance development activities across the district. By D. Franklin Doloquee Boriis B. Barlea said building on...
Once a Den for Sanctioned Officials, Liberia Poised to Lead Key UN Sanctions Committees
In a stunning diplomatic reversal, Liberia—a nation once synonymous with international sanctions and political blacklisting—is now on the verge of chairing some of the world’s most consequential United Nations Sanctions Committees. The country has...
Liberia replaces mines minister amid talks on US investments
Liberia has replaced its mining minister and top mining regulator, the office of President Joseph Boakai announced, as the West African nation and iron ore producer pursues talks with Washington on investments in its critical minerals sector. The...
Liberia: Sen. Duncan Threatens Lawsuit If New Oil Deals Are Ratified — A Day After Ex-Speaker Koffa, Rep. Bility Warn Against Controversial Atlas Oranto Agreement
Monrovia – The controversy surrounding Liberia’s recent oil exploration agreements deepened on Wednesday when Sinoe County Senator Crayton O. Duncan threatened to file a lawsuit against the Government of Liberia if the National Legislature goes...
World Bank Urges Liberia: Focus on Private Sector for ‘Resilient Growth and Productive Jobs’
MONROVIA, October 29, 2025 – The World Bank has released the Sixth Edition of its annual Liberia Economic Update, titled “From Stabilization to Inclusion – Pathways to Resilient Growth and Productive Jobs,” which calls for a comprehensive strategy...
Liberia: World Bank Reports: Liberia’s Economy Strengthens in 2024 Amid Fiscal Discipline, Lower Inflation, But Job Crisis Persists
The report maintains that real GDP growth eased to 4.0 percent in 2024 from 4.7 percent in 2023, reflecting a slowdown in industrial output that offset gains in agriculture and services. Monrovia — The World Bank has released the sixth edition of...
Liberia: Borough FC Eye First Home Win as They Face Champions Fassell FC Today
MONROVIA – Borough FC will face their toughest test yet when they welcome defending champions Fassell FC to the D. Tweh Sports Pitch in New Kru Town this Thursday, October 30, in a highly anticipated Liberia Football Association (LFA) First...
Liberia: ALJA Demands Full Disclosure, Accountability Over Controversial Foya Construction Project Tied to Presidency
MONTICELLO, Minnesota – The Association of Liberian Journalists in the Americas (ALJA) has called for immediate transparency and full accountability from the Government of Liberia amid mounting controversy surrounding a multimillion-dollar...
Liberia: LWSC Launches US$2 Million Water Projects in Pleebo and Zwedru to Boost Access to Clean Water
PLEEBO, Maryland County – The Liberia Water and Sewer Corporation (LWSC) has officially launched multi-million-dollar water infrastructure projects in Pleebo, Maryland County, and Zwedru, Grand Gedeh County, marking a significant milestone in the...