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Liberia: Minister Kruah Highlights Historical Relations Between Liberia and Nigeria
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
Monrovia – Liberia’s Minister of Labour, Cllr. Cooper W. Kruah Sr., says the relationship between Liberia and Nigeria extends far beyond geography or contemporary diplomacy, emphasizing that it is deeply rooted in the very foundation of modern...
Liberia: Assistant Mines Minister Vows Mine Safety Overhaul After “Transformative” China Training
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
Monrovia – Liberia’s Assistant Minister for Mines, Carlos Eddison Tingban, has pledged sweeping reforms to the country’s mine safety systems, following his return from a rigorous and intensive two-week technical training in Beijing, China, with...
Liberia: President Boakai Among Five African Leaders Invited to Trump Summit as Liberia Appears on Proposed U.S. Third-Country Deportation List
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
MONROVIA – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai is among five African heads of state invited to a high-level summit with former U.S. President Donald Trump, scheduled to take place in Washington, D.C., from July 9 to 11. The summit, reportedly...
Why Liberia Must Help Writers to Survive
Liberian Observer
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In every great nation, the heartbeat of its soul is found not only in its monuments or institutions, but in the pages of its literature. It is there—in the quiet power of words—that a people are remembered, understood, and honored across...
The Corruption Conundrum: A Critical Examination of Accountability in Liberia:
The New Dawn Liberia
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July 8, 2025
By: Austin S Fallah-A True Son of the Planet Earth Soil: In a world where the actions of individuals in positions of power can significantly influence the trajectory of a nation’s development and well-being, Albert Einstein’s assertion, “You...
Liberia: Ambassador Dr. Teeko Tozay Yorlay, Sr. Champions Youth-Led Solutions at United Nations’ Financing for Development Event in Spain
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
SEVILLE, Spain – Liberia Ambassador to France and Portugal says Africa’s youth—representing the world’s fastest-growing and youngest population—are not a challenge to be managed, but an asset to be empowered. Ambassador Dr. Teeko Tozay Yorlay,...
Liberia: LISCR FC Board Chairman Avi Zaidenberg Hails US-Liberia Relations, Attends 249th Independence Anniversary In Monrovia
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
Zaidenberg, a prominent figure in Liberia’s maritime and sports sectors, was seen engaging in conversations with top Liberian officials and diplomats, underscoring LISCR’s strong ties with the government and international partners. MONROVIA – Avi...
Liberia: Suspended LTA Chairman Kamara Denies Wrongdoing In GAC Audit Report
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
Mr. Kamara maintained his innocence and called on the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) and the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) to immediately investigate the claims outlined in the GAC’s findings. Monrovia – The suspended Acting Chairman of the...
Liberia: NLP Leader Alarms Over ‘Lawlessness, Corruption, and Selective Justice’ Under Boakai
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
Dr. Tuner alleged that the Boakai-led government is “weaponizing the justice system” to target critics while protecting loyalists allegedly implicated in corruption and abuse of office. MONROVIA – The Political Leader of the New Liberia Party...
World Bank Classifies Nigeria as Lower-Middle Income Economy, Below Libya and Gabon
TechEconomy
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July 7, 2025
Advertisements The World Bank has reaffirmed Nigeria’s status as a Lower-Middle Income Economy (LMIE) in its 2025/2026 country income classification, placing it below conflict-affected Libya and resource-rich Gabon. While Nigeria remains in the...
Liberia: LACC Reports Low Asset Declaration Compliance Among Lawmakers, Launches Digital Initiative to Boost Transparency
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
GANTA, Nimba County – The Executive Chairperson of the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC), Cllr. Alexandra K. Zoe, has disclosed troubling statistics regarding asset declaration compliance among members of the Legislature, raising fresh...
Liberian entrepreneur assesses business climate here.
The New Dawn Liberia
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July 3, 2025
A Liberian entrepreneur laments lack of bigger contracts from government to boost the private sector. By Stephen G. Fellajuah Monrovia, Liberia; July 3, 2025 – A Liberian businessman and founder/CEO of the Dorbor Bedell Foundation in Maryland...
Liberia: Pres. Boakai, Amb. Toner Reaffirm U.S.-Liberia Historic Ties at 249th U.S. Independence Anniversary Celebration
Front Page Africa
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July 2, 2025
Monrovia – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai and U.S. Ambassador Mark Toner have reaffirmed the long-standing and historic relationship between Liberia and the United States during a ceremony commemorating the 249th anniversary of American...
Liberia: The Crucial Role of the Asset Recovery Task Force and Anti-Corruption Commission in a Democratic Society
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
In a democratic society, the integrity of public institutions is paramount to the success and credibility of governance. By: Austin S Fallah, [email protected], contributing writer The Asset Recovery Task Force and the Anti-Corruption Commission...
A-Z launches food processing company
The New Dawn Liberia
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July 7, 2025
Liberians are set to benefit from home-processed food with the launch of Liberia Food Processing Inc., the manufacturer of Royal Mayonnaise here. Monrovia, Liberia; July 7, 2025 – The Management of A-Z Incorporated has launched Liberia Food...
Liberia: Superintendent Massaquoi Reports Major Development Gains, Infrastructure Overhaul, and Cross-Border Initiatives in Lofa County
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
GANTA, Nimba County – Lofa County Superintendent J. Lavelah Massaquoi has announced a wave of ongoing development initiatives across the county, crediting the progress to enhanced security, strong government support, and a growing sense of unity...
Liberia’s Iron Ore Paradox: Billions Invested, Billions Lost?
Liberian Observer
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I. The Promise and the Peril: ArcelorMittal's Enduring Presence in Liberia The recent dedication of ArcelorMittal Liberia's (AML) $1.4 billion iron ore concentrator plant marks a significant milestone, positioning the company as a central figure...
Collateral Registry: A Step Forward For The Economy
MENAFN
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July 7, 2025
(MENAFN- The Post) LESOTHO has latent potential to transform its economy despite the myriad socio-economic challenges it faces. With a weak private sector and limited financial inclusion, many micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs)...
Arrest Warrants Issued for LTA’s Two Ex-Chairs
Liberian Observer
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Criminal Court ‘C’ has issued arrest warrants for former acting chairperson of the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA), Abdullah Kamara, and his predecessor, Madam Edwina Zackpah, following their indictment by a special grand jury on...
ArcelorMittal unveils $1.8B Iron Ore facility in Liberia
CNR Citi Newsroom
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July 7, 2025
ArcelorMittal, the world’s leading steel producer, has officially opened a cutting-edge iron ore concentrator at the Tokadeh mine in northern Liberia, marking a defining moment in the country’s post-war economic transformation. The inauguration...