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Before his resignation, Minister Kamara met with development partners and diplomatic missions in Monrovia and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to mental health as part of the National Development Agenda. Monrovia, Liberia, July 15, 2024: Recent media reports claiming that former Finance Minister Boima S. Kamara cited mental illness for his resignation have shown to lack any evidence, as the NewDawn …

Two lawmakers of the ruling Unity Party have a spade a spade here, blaming President Joseph Nyuma Boakai for errors in the process that led to bringing controversial yellow machines to Liberia.   By Bridgett Milton   Monrovia, Liberia, July 16, 2024—As debate on the arrival of yellow machines or earth-moving equipment continues in the country, two lawmakers of the ruling Unity Party …

Church of Liberia Incorporated entered into a lease agreement with an Indian business firm, G2, to modernize. By Kruah Thompson  Monrovia, Liberia, July 15, 2024 –The Church of God World Missions Liberia, under the leadership of Church of God Liberia, Inc. Bishop Jacob H. Harris, has sealed a landmark 35-year lease agreement with an Indian businessman identified as G2 to …

Several Chinese companies operating in the mining sector face economic sabotage, tax evasion, and criminal conspiracy charges. Monrovia, July 13, 2024: Liberian prosecutors have indicted several Chinese nationals for economic sabotage, tax evasion, and criminal conspiracy following a major bust of a mining cartel. The case is before the 16th Judicial Circuit Court, which is presided over by Judge Wesseh A. …

The LCC has warned Liberians to work collectively to confront corruption, or their country’s progress will become elusive. Monrovia, July 15, 2024: The Liberia Council of Churches (LCC) says President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s removal of individuals from tenured positions contravenes the rule of law but hails his bold step on war and economic crimes court. The LCC released a long …

Police IG Coleman flanked by new spokesperson Clark Liberia’s Police Chief, Col. Gregory Coleman, has warned that the LNP remains committed to upholding professional standards. Monrovia, July 12, 2024: The Liberia National Police (LNP) has dismissed one of its officers, Ismeal Talawally, for allegedly discharging his firearm, leading to the death of a 15-year-old boy. The LNP completed its investigation and …

A local rights activist picks bones with Ambassador Dr. Al-Hassan Conteh, Interim Head of the University of Liberia, calling President Boakai to withdraw his appointment.   By Lincoln G. Peters  Monrovia, Liberia, July 12, 2024 –A Liberian human rights defender Titus B. Pakalah is calling on President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., to withdraw the appointment of Ambassador Al-Hassan Conteh for …

The Liberia Peacebuilding Office warns that unless the government engages in massive public education about establishing the War and Economic Crimes Court, the process could face serious resistance from citizens in rural communities. By Lincoln G. Peters  Monrovia, Liberia, July 12, 2024—The newly appointed Executive Director of the Liberia Peacebuilding Office, Mr. Sheikh Kamara, predicts a potential disruption of the …

The Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency detachment in River Gee County, southeast Liberia, seizes narcotics valued at US$4,000. By Patrick N. Mensah, Maryland County River Gee, Liberia, July 12, 2024 –A Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) detachment in River Gee County confiscated substances valued at more than Four Thousand (US$4,000) United States Dollars. The LDEA detachment also arrests 35-year-old Suspect Daniel …

President Boakai promises to invest more in strengthening Liberia’s supply chain management system as he launches Global Fund Grant Cycle-7 here, totaling US$117m  By Ethel A. Tweh Monrovia, Liberia, July 12, 2024 –President Joseph N. Boakai launches the US$117 million Global Fund Grant Cycle 7 here, promising to invest in strengthening the country’s supply chain management system. The program, which …