Liberia news

By Stephen G. Fellajuah Ganta, Nimba County, March 24, 2026 – A former freedom fighter from Liberia’s civil war, General K. Gblorgbay Young, has urged citizens not to panic amid rising tensions along the border between Liberia and Guinea, while warning that ex-combatants stand ready to defend the country if necessary. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, March 23, …

By Lincoln G. Peters Monrovia, Liberia, March 19, 2026: Foreign Affairs Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti, on Thursday, March 19, 2026, received in audience a delegation from the g7+ Secretariat, headed by its Secretary-General, Dr. Helder da Costa. The g7+ (Group of Seven Plus) is an intergovernmental organization of 20 countries that are either currently experiencing, or are in transition from, …

By Edwin N Khakie Sorlumba, Foya District, Lofa County, March 20: Speaking to reporters after visiting Sorlumba, a port of entry in Lofa County, on Thursday, March 19, 2026, Col. Coleman stated, “The situation at the Liberia–Guinea border remains a high alert situation.” The tensions trace back to March 2, 2026, when workers from BK Enterprise, a company contracted to …

By Lincoln G. Peters Monrovia, March 20: The Center for Human Rights and Democracy (CeHRD International) has called for a speedy, regional (MRU) cooperative investigation into alleged illegal mining along the Makona River, which has fueled a tense border conflict between Liberia and Guinea. Addressing a press conference on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at the group’s office on Camp Johnson …

By Edwin N Khakie Monrovia, Liberia – March 20, 2026 – The United Methodist University (UMU) has announced strict regulations ahead of its upcoming graduation ceremony, warning that alcoholic beverages will not be allowed on campus, as 611 students prepare to receive degrees during the 2026 commencement exercises. The announcement was made on Thursday at a press conference held on …

By Stephen G. Fellajuah Monrovia, Liberia, March 19, 2026 – The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in partnership with the Monrovia City Corporation (MCC) and the Liberia Marketing Association (LMA), has launched a composting facility in Monrovia to improve waste management and promote environmental sustainability. The facility was unveiled on March 18, 2026, at the Liberia Water and Sewer Corporation (LWSC) …

Monrovia, Liberia – March 18, 2026 — The Independent Information Commission (IIC) has conducted a Freedom of Information (FOI) compliance training at the Ministry of Labor as part of its ongoing nationwide efforts to strengthen transparency and accountability across public institutions. The training was led by the IIC’s Acting Compliance Director, Mr. Armah Boimah Johnson, and brought together senior officials …

By Lincoln G. Peters Monrovia, Liberia, March 17, 2026 – The Liberia National Police (LNP) has launched an urgent investigation into serious allegations of sexual assault by a senior officer assigned to the Margibi County Police Detachment. The alleged victim, a 24-year-old woman, claims the incident occurred after she was detained at the Wohn Police Station on Saturday, March 14, …

By Lewis S. Teh Monrovia, March 13, 2026 – The Ministry of Public Works (MPW) says the Government of Liberia is on course to pave more than 600 kilometers of roads across the country by 2029, as part of ongoing national infrastructure development efforts. Deputy Minister for Administration Samuka Dunnoh made the disclosure on Thursday at the Ministry during the …

Monrovia, Liberia, March 12, 2026 – The Solidarity and Trust for a New Day (STAND) has expressed deep concern over repeated incursions by the Guinean Armed Forces into Liberian territory, including a reported incident two days ago. The group warns that the government’s slow and inadequate response threatens the nation’s sovereignty and security. According to reports, Guinean troops entered Liberian …