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Bong County, Liberia, April 9, 2026– Local gold miners have died following an underground mining accident in David Dean Town, Boinsen Administrative District, with authorities launching an investigation into the incident. Details surrounding the circumstances leading to the accident remain unclear as of press time. However, preliminary reports indicate that the miners were trapped during underground operations. Local sources say …

By Lincoln G. Peters Monrovia, Liberia — April 7, 2026 — Liberian economist Samuel Jackson has described the death of his wife as a grave injustice, saying she came to Liberia in search of love but instead lost her life. Speaking to journalists at the gate of South Beach Prison following his release on bail, Jackson said his temporary freedom …

By: Kruah Thompson Monrovia, April 6, 2026: Montserrado and Nimba Counties have recorded the highest number of road traffic accidents for the first quarter of 2026, according to the Liberia National Police Road Accident Statistics covering the first quarter of 2026. The report shows that 478 road traffic accidents were recorded nationwide between January and March, resulting in 71 deaths …

Monrovia, April 6, 2026 — Renowned Liberian economist and politician Samuel P. Jackson is expected to appear in court today to answer charges of manslaughter, negligent homicide, aggravated assault, and reckless endangerment after police charged him on Thursday in connection with the death of his South African wife, Toni Jackson. A highly placed source told The New Dawn on Sunday …

Monrovia, April 2, 2026: The Executive Director of the Office for the Establishment of the War and Economic Crimes Court for Liberia, Dr. Cllr. Jallah A. Barbu has renewed his call for robust international support in Liberia’s quest to establish a War and Economic Crimes Court. Dr. Barbu made the appeal during a strong delivery at the 15th anniversary of …

By Lincoln G. Peters Temple of Justice, Monrovia – April 1, 2026: The high-profile economic sabotage trial involving former Minister of Finance and Development Planning Samuel D. Tweah Jr. and his co-defendants was temporarily suspended on Wednesday following complaints from jurors about health challenges and unmet financial commitments. Presiding Judge Osuma Feika of Criminal Court “C” ordered the suspension after …

A Liberian mineral processing engineer has represented ArcelorMittal Liberia on one of the mining industry’s most prestigious international platforms, marking a significant milestone for the country’s technical sector. Darius G. Wonyen, a mineralogist and mineral processing engineer with ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML), traveled to Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, in February 2026 to participate in the MINEXCHANGE 2026 SME Annual Conference …

By Kruah Thompson Monrovia, April 1, 2026: The Executive Director of the Office for the Establishment of the War and Economic Crimes Court, Dr. Cllr. Jallah A. Barbu has clarified that child soldiers will not be prosecuted under Liberian law, as they are legally regarded as victims rather than perpetrators of the civil war. Speaking Tuesday on ALLAS Radio’s Criminal …

By Lincoln G. Peters Temple of Justice, Monrovia, March 31, 2026: Lawyers representing former Finance and Development Planning Minister Samuel D. Tweah, Jr. and colleagues in the most publicized corruption trial have expressed anger over the admissibility of photocopy evidence by the court in the trial. On Monday, March 30, 2026, during the trial, the courtroom witnessed a standoff as …

By Kruah ThompsonMonrovia, March 27, 2026: The National Commission on Disabilities (NCD) has commended Chief Justice Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay Sr. for appointing Atty. Joshua Shadrach, a member of the disabled community, as Public Defender. The appointment is being described as a significant milestone in Liberia’s justice system, as Atty. Shadrach is reportedly the country’s first visually impaired lawyer to hold …