Liberia news

By Othello B. Garblah The Firestone Natural Rubber Company is arguably the single largest employer in Liberia, with 4000 employees referred to as teammates and 2000 contractors, contributing over 100 million every year to the Liberian economy through taxes, payroll, payment to smallholder farmers, and social security to the Government. Harbel, Firestone, July 22, 2024—Established in 1926 as a subsidiary …

The award acknowledges recipients for their dedication, selfless service, and outstanding humanitarian efforts that have profoundly impacted society. By Emmanuel Wise Jipoh Monrovia, July 21, 2024: Liberian Vice President Jeremiah Koung has called for unity through reconciliation and hard work to move the country forward. Vice President Koung spoke over the weekend at the 14th Edition of the Golden Image Award …

Maryland County District #2 Lawmaker Anthony F. Williams alarms the influx of illegal immigrants in southeast Liberia and other parts of the country. Maryland County, Liberia, July 19, 2024—The House of Representatives has instructed its Internal Affairs, National Security, and Judiciary committees to probe allegations of illegal immigration into Liberia. During Thursday’s regular session of the House of Representatives, Plenary took …

The Liberian Senate unanimously approves the elevation of Harbel Community College in Mrgibi County to University status. Capitol Hill, Liberia, July 19, 2024 –The Liberian Senate has voted unanimously to concur with the House of Representatives on the establishment of Margibi University. The unanimous decision marks a pivotal moment in the educational landscape of the County and the nation at …

Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung urges Liberian students and youth to leave no room for excuses but to prepare themselves for challenges ahead by acquiring technological knowledge as he launches Liberia’s University Innovation Pod (UniPod) under the auspices of UNDP Liberia. Fendell, Liberia, July 19, 2024 –Vice President Jeremiah Kpang Koung has officially launched Liberia’s University Innovation Pod (UniPod) with …

Former President George Weah has been warned not to allow ‘surrogates’ to cause him to lose respect in the Liberian society.  By Naneka A. Hoffman Monrovia, Liberia, July 19, 2024 – Former Finance Minister David M. Farhat cautions former President George Weah not to allow himself to be used by surrogates to lose his respect in Liberian society. Speaking in …

The Government of Liberia is optimistic about moving national growth to 5.8% by next year. Monrovia, Liberia, July 19, 2024 –The Ministry of Finance and Development Planning is projecting Liberia’s economic growth to accelerate from 5.2% in 2024 to 5.8% in 2025. Acting Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Anthony G. Myers, provides a mid-year update on Liberia’s economy, forecasting …

The House of Representatives begins the process of reviewing the request to amend Liberia’s anti-homosexuality law. By Bridgett Milton Capitol Hill, Liberia, July 19, 2024 – Liberia’s House of Representatives has instructed its committees on Gender, Health, and Judiciary to review the request for the amendment of the country’s anti-homosexuality law. The proposal seeking an amendment to Chapter 14, Subchapter D …

Monrovia, Liberia-Representatives from relevant Government Ministries and Agencies are nearing conclusion on a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) intended to enhance cooperation to Combat Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated Fishing (IUU) in Liberian waters during an intense three-day working session held in Monrovia. The Agreement on Port State Measures (PSMA) is the first binding international agreement that targets illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. …

The MPC leader has urged lawmakers to stop allegedly harassing state security institutions and individuals for doing their work to ensure public safety. By Lincoln G. Peters  Monrovia, July 18, 2024: Opposition leader Simeon Freeman has cautioned lawmakers to focus on legislative works and stop harassing state security officials for deploying the military at the Roberts International Airport (RIA) recently. During …