AGP Executive Report

War Crimes & Anti-Corruption Push: Liberia’s War and Economic Crimes Court drive is under fresh pressure as WECC/NACC delays draw civil society criticism and the court office chief urges President Boakai to recall lawmakers for a special session before the UN General Assembly. Education & Teachers: MCSS teachers threaten a go-slow/boycott over unresolved pay and staffing issues, risking disruption for thousands of learners, while the government pushes teacher professionalization ahead of the 2027 AFTRA conference. Women’s Health & Inclusion: A new women’s health van initiative brings products, education, and support to underserved communities in the GTA, and Liberia continues to spotlight urgent women’s health needs like long waits for fistula surgery. Youth, Culture & Community: KanKouran Dance Company marks 43 years with a new generation of dancers, and GonetAfrica graduates 60 youth leaders to turn small actions into lasting change. Development & Jobs: UNDP warns Liberia to build resilience now, while the government launches a National Adult Literacy drive and intensifies action against illegal mining. Sports & Faith: Liberia’s tourism authority leadership is strengthened, and religious leaders mark community milestones including a bishop’s return to lead LoBoNi Episcopal dioceses.

UNDP Development Dialogue: UNDP warned Liberia to build resilience now—strengthening institutions, empowering communities, and preparing for economic, climate, health, and geopolitical shocks. Women’s Health Access: A new Women’s Health Van in the Greater Toronto Area will bring products, education, and support directly to underserved women. Illegal Mining Crackdown: Liberia’s National Taskforce plans joint security operations against illicit mining hotspots, citing heavy losses from illegal gold and diamond activities. AI Skills Push: UNDP and the University of Liberia are advancing plans for the country’s first MSc in Artificial Intelligence to prepare youth for the digital economy. Adult Literacy Drive: Government launched the National Accelerated Adult Literacy Program to raise adult literacy from 58.6% to 62.8%, starting with six low-literacy counties. Education Disruption Risk: MCSS teachers threaten a boycott/go-slow over unresolved salary and employment grievances, putting thousands of learners at risk. Value-Addition Agenda: VP Koung urged Liberia to process resources locally and build technical skills for jobs. Agriculture Partnership: Liberia and India signed an MoU to expand agricultural research and education through CARI and ICAR. Religious & Community Life: Bishop Merchant returned to lead the LoBoNi Episcopal dioceses, while Baha’is held a community-building reflection in Nimba.

Human Rights & Health: A new report highlights the long wait for fistula surgery in Liberia, with one young survivor describing years of suffering after obstructed labour left her with constant leakage and deep trauma. Women’s Health Education: A piece calls for menstrual health education to become a national priority, arguing that silence and misinformation keep girls unprepared and undermine dignity. Justice & Politics: Jewel Howard-Taylor’s lawyers withdrew a preliminary examination after the court denied access to materials they said were needed to challenge the State, while her team insists she has not been indicted or found guilty. Economy & Governance: The World Bank says Liberia could unlock extra fiscal space of about 3.9%–5.3% of GDP by 2030 through reforms to raise domestic revenue and improve spending efficiency. Faith & Community: Liberia’s Embassy in Washington honored the late Rev. Dr. J. Edwin Llyod Sr. with a posthumous Presidential Award, celebrating his humanitarian and military service. Church Leadership: The Africa College of Bishops meeting of the United Methodist Church concluded in Liberia, focusing on education, healthcare, peacebuilding, and youth and women’s empowerment. Education & Labour: Monrovia Consolidated School System teachers began a go-slow over unpaid or unimplemented terms in a 2025 agreement on salaries and support. Development & Tech: CSquared moved its Ganta broadband and digital skills programme into commercial operation, expanding community Wi‑Fi and training over 1,200 students. Immunization: Nimba County dedicated a new EPI cold-chain depot to improve vaccine storage and outreach. Culture & Heritage: A self-guided web tour now lets visitors explore the Soapstone Baptist Church and the Historic Liberia Community in Pickens County, spotlighting Black history and worship. Regional Safety: Reuters reports Equatorial Guinea police pulled firearms on US third-country deportees, raising concerns about medical care, legal access, and psychological distress.

Local Governance & Jobs: Monrovia Consolidated School System teachers in MCSS have started a go-slow, citing unmet 2025 agreement terms on hiring volunteer teachers, salary adjustments for upgraded qualifications, and promised instructional support. Education & Skills: Teach For Liberia alumni urged teachers to keep learning, embrace innovation, and prepare students for a tech-shaped future. Health & Community Services: Nimba County opened a modern EPI cold-chain depot to improve vaccine storage and immunization outreach. Finance & Development Planning: The World Bank says Liberia could unlock extra fiscal space worth 3.9%–5.3% of GDP by 2030 through revenue gains, better spending, and tighter fiscal risk management. Church & Community Life: The United Methodist Church’s Africa College of Bishops meeting ended in Liberia, with renewed focus on education, healthcare, peacebuilding, and youth and women’s empowerment. Legal & Reputation: A US$500,000 defamation suit in Liberia puts Stephanie Audrey Kpoto’s claims and Martin K. N. Kollie’s alleged links under judicial scrutiny. Culture & Heritage: Providence Island’s heritage and tourism push is framed as a chance to tell Liberia’s abolition story more clearly and strengthen future recognition. Tech & Connectivity: CSquared moved its Ganta broadband and digital skills programme into commercial operation with Microsoft support.

World Bank & Fiscal Reform: The World Bank has praised Liberia’s restored macro stability and launched the Liberia Public Finance Review 2026, urging a shift from stabilization to deeper fiscal transformation—so growth and revenue translate into real public investment. Economic Reality Check: Finance officials tout stronger growth and narrowing deficits, but concerns remain over inflation, poverty, jobs, and whether spending reaches ordinary Liberians. Telecoms Access in Buchanan: The Liberia Telecommunications Authority opened its first county Consumer Support Center in Buchanan, bringing help for unresolved mobile network complaints closer to residents. Women’s Savings Gets Capital: UN Women began cash disbursement to nearly 1,500 women in 49 savings and farming groups across eight counties, moving training into real lending and farming support. Education & Placement Integrity: Ghana’s education ministry ordered schools not to admit students outside CSSPS—an integrity push that Liberia schools can learn from as exam and placement debates continue. Church Leadership: Liberian lay leader L. Olando Boyce won a key Global Methodist Church finance commission seat in Johannesburg, adding another Liberia voice to global church governance. Immigration Services at Jendema: Cross-border traders and travellers at the Sierra Leone–Liberia border praised improved, more professional immigration handling under a new leadership at the Mano River Bridge. DV-2026 Green Card Rush: The US published DV-2026 selectee figures for Africa; selection still isn’t a guarantee, with a September 30 deadline looming. Human Stories of Deportation: Reports highlight Liberians and other migrants stranded or deported to countries they barely know, underscoring the human cost of fast-moving immigration policies.

Diaspora & Migration: A Venezuelan man says he learned he would be deported to Liberia only hours before a charter flight—highlighting how “third-country” deportations can uproot families with little warning. Women’s Livelihoods: UN Women began cash disbursement to nearly 1,500 women in 49 savings and farming groups across eight counties, turning months of training into real working capital. Education & Access: Liberia’s literacy push got a reality check as educators urged government to move beyond celebrations into sustained adult learning investment. Telecoms & Consumer Rights: LTA opened its first county Consumer Support Center in Buchanan, so residents can report unresolved mobile network complaints without traveling to Monrovia. Church Leadership: Liberia’s L. Olando Boyce was elected to a key GMC finance and benefits commission, a major global leadership win for the denomination. Public Finance Watch: The World Bank is set to launch a Liberia Public Finance Review, putting government spending and domestic revenue efforts under a fresh spotlight. Health Systems: Nimba received a new EPI cold-chain depot to improve vaccine storage, reduce wastage, and strengthen routine immunization. Culture & Community: UNIBOA’s 35th convention urged the Bassa diaspora to shift from charity to an “endowed, engineered” long-term vision for the next generation.

Anti-Corruption Push: The IIC and CENTAL stepped up Freedom of Information Act enforcement, targeting agencies like NIR, LISGIS, LACE and LWSC to move from awareness to real public access and trust-building. Education & Youth: A debate over WASSCE results is heating up after reports that some schools may allow students who failed to graduate—raising questions about teaching, support, and whether exam flaws should be investigated. Women’s Safety Tech: CHI and My Watchman™ launched confidential digital reporting for sexual and gender-based violence in New Kru Town, aiming to connect survivors to referrals and support faster. Local Governance & Services: Liberia Agricultural Company commissioned new school buses and a truck to cut students’ travel time and improve reliability for its 11 schools. Justice & Politics: President Boakai reshuffled the Justice Ministry and Solicitor General roles, with timing around George Weah’s return sparking speculation. Health & Rights: UNFPA urged faster action for women and girls’ health as funding pressures grow, focusing on family planning, maternal deaths, and ending GBV. Business & Skills: STRIVE’s vocational training at MVTC is strengthening job-ready electricity skills for young Liberians. Community Unity: Lofa’s Mandingo Cultural Festival renewed calls for unity across ethnic and political lines for county development. Liberia in the World: Liberia-linked third-country deportation stories and DV-2026 Green Card updates kept migration in the headlines.

Education & Youth Dignity: A Liberian school leader says failing WASSCE shouldn’t end a student’s future, but the bigger question is whether teaching, support, and exam processes were handled fairly. GBV Support Tech: CHI and My Watchman are launching confidential digital reporting on sexual and gender-based violence in New Kru Town to connect survivors to help faster. Women’s Health & Rights: UNFPA urges Liberia to speed up action on family planning, maternal health, and ending gender-based violence as aid pressure grows. Justice & Governance: A new survey finds Liberians overwhelmingly want a War and Economic Crimes Court, and many say they won’t vote for lawmakers who oppose it. Politics on the Ground: Boakai’s government faces backlash after demolishing market stalls at Rehab Junction amid reports of booing during Weah’s return. Business & Skills: STRIVE is strengthening Liberia’s TVET electricity training at MVTC, while LAC expands school transport with new buses for students. Immigration Shockwaves: Reports highlight US “third-country” deportations that can include Liberia, raising fresh concerns for affected communities. Green Card Lottery Update: The US released DV-2026 selection and applicant figures, with court relief allowing some applicants to continue before the Sept. 30, 2026 deadline.

Immigration & Mobility: A U.S. court temporarily lifted key Diversity Visa restrictions, reopening a legal path for DV-2026 applicants as the Sept. 30 deadline nears; Liberia is among the affected African countries with 1,593 registered prospective applicants. Deportation Shockwaves: Reports say the U.S. expanded “third-country” deportations, with Guyana receiving deportees from the U.S. under a one-year arrangement while detainees await immigration outcomes. Local Business & Jobs: BYU’s BUILD Conference in Johannesburg backed African entrepreneurs; Liberia’s Soku Laundry Soap Enterprise won a business plan award aimed at expanding markets and hiring more young people. Education & Skills: STRIVE’s electricity curriculum at the Monrovia Vocational Training Center is helping trainees like Faith Wilson learn practical, job-ready electrical installation skills. Women’s Health & Safety: UNFPA urged Liberia to speed up action on women and girls’ health and to tackle unmet family planning needs, maternal deaths, and gender-based violence amid shrinking assistance. GBV Reporting Tech: CHI and My Watchman launched confidential digital GBV reporting in New Kru Town to improve referrals and survivor support access. Community Unity: Lofa’s Mandingo Cultural Festival renewed calls for Mandingo and other residents to set aside differences and work together for development. Justice & Governance: A survey found Liberians overwhelmingly want a War and Economic Crimes Court, with most respondents saying they won’t vote for lawmakers who oppose it.

Justice & Rights: Liberia’s Justice Ministry leadership was reshuffled as President Boakai replaced Justice Minister Oswald Tweh and Solicitor General Augustine Fayiah, appointing Betty Lamin-Blamo and Abrahim Boimah Sillah Sr. amid scrutiny tied to the $336M cocaine bust probe. Women’s Health & Safety: UNFPA urged faster action for women and girls’ health as global aid declines, while CHI and My Watchman launched confidential digital GBV reporting in New Kru Town to improve referrals and survivor support. Transitional Justice Push: War crimes court advocates say time is running out, urging Boakai to recall lawmakers for a special session to pass the court bill before the UN General Assembly. Education & Skills: STRIVE strengthened Liberia’s TVET electricity training at MVTC with a structured curriculum, helping trainees become job-ready. Local Development: Liberia Agricultural Company commissioned new school buses and a truck to cut students’ travel time and support schooling across its plantation. Community Unity: Lofa’s Mandingo Cultural Festival renewed calls for unity and peaceful coexistence across ethnic and political lines. Science & Learning: NUL Professor George Mosotho was elected a Fellow of the Liberia Academy of Sciences. Infrastructure & Inclusion: The Central Bank and Banking Institute of Liberia expanded training on movable asset financing to widen access to credit beyond traditional land-and-house collateral. Public Services: LTA plans a consumer support center in Buchanan as it decentralizes telecom help for everyday users. Culture & Faith: WONGOSOL welcomed women’s leadership in justice, and Liberia’s faith calendar includes major church events like the Eucharistic Congress.

Justice & Accountability: War Crimes Court office chief Jallah Barbu urged President Boakai to recall lawmakers for a special session before the U.N. General Assembly, as survivors push for urgent action and reparations. Rule of Law Shake-Up: Boakai replaced Justice Minister/AG Oswald Tweh and Solicitor General Augustine Fayiah, appointing Betty Lamin-Blamo and Abrahim Boimah Sillah amid scrutiny tied to the $336M cocaine bust and charges including Jewel Howard Taylor. Women’s Rights & Health: UNFPA called for faster action on women and girls’ health and ending preventable deaths and GBV as aid pressures grow. Digital GBV Support: CHI and My Watchman launched confidential digital reporting and referral for sexual and gender-based violence in New Kru Town. Education & Skills: STRIVE strengthened Liberia’s TVET electricity curriculum at MVTC to build job-ready electrical skills. Local Development & Culture: Lofa’s Mandingo Cultural Festival renewed calls for unity across ethnic and political lines. Community Safety & Services: CRS dedicated new WASH facilities in Massatine, improving sanitation for school, church and clinic. Economy & Jobs: A survey found most Liberians want a War and Economic Crimes Court and oppose lawmakers who don’t back it. Infrastructure: Liberia Agricultural Company expanded school transport with new buses for thousands of students. Public Finance: LRA reported $954.7M collected for FY2026, targeting $1B soon. Tech & Connectivity: LTA plans a consumer support center in Buchanan as it decentralizes telecom regulation.

GBV Support in New Kru Town: CHI and My Watchman™ are launching digital, confidential reporting and referral for sexual and gender-based violence, aiming to connect survivors to help faster. Justice & Accountability Push: A survey says most Liberians want a War and Economic Crimes Court—and won’t back lawmakers who oppose it—while War Crimes Court office chief Jallah Barbu urges President Boakai to recall lawmakers for a special session. Justice Ministry Shake-Up: Boakai has replaced the Justice Minister and Solicitor General amid scrutiny tied to major cocaine cases, with Betty M. Lamin-Blamo set to lead pending Senate confirmation. Women’s Health Focus: UNFPA calls for faster action on women and girls’ health as aid pressures grow. Education-to-Jobs Skills: STRIVE is strengthening Liberia’s TVET electricity training with a structured curriculum at MVTC. Rural Power Progress: Senator James Biney broke ground for Gedetarbo electrification after a century-long wait. Women in Leadership: WONGOSOL welcomes moves to boost women’s representation, highlighting the Justice appointment. Community Health & Water: CRS dedicated new WASH facilities in Massatine, improving sanitation and water access. Governance & Elections: NEC launched its 2026–2030 strategic plan for credible, modern elections. Culture & Faith: Liberia’s Rev. Dr. Jerry Kulah elected bishop in the Global Methodist Church, expanding the church’s cross-border leadership network.

Ebola Response in Focus: DRC’s Ebola outbreak has hit a grim milestone—over 6,186 cases and 3,007 deaths—while WHO says vaccine trials for the Bundibugyo strain could begin next month or in November, as insecurity and cross-border spread keep pressure on the region. Public Health & Daily Life: Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Liberia dedicated new WASH facilities in Massatine, Grand Cape Mount—latrines for school, church and clinic plus a rehabilitated water source—aimed at cutting recurring diarrhea linked to open defecation. Education That Moves People: Mary’s Meals reports school feeding is helping children attend, concentrate and progress, with Liberia among countries expanding reach; Luminos also marks 10 years in Liberia, reaching 63,785 out-of-school children with accelerated learning and daily meals. Youth, Climate & Community Voice: LCOY Liberia 2026 ended with a National Youth Statement pushing accountability and a seat at the table for NDC 3.0 implementation. Governance & Institutions: NEC launched a 2026–2030 strategic plan for electoral reform and public confidence, while Liberia’s Justice leadership was reshuffled after the $336M cocaine bust probe. Faith & Culture: Liberian Rev. Dr. Jerry Kulah was elected Bishop in the Global Methodist Church, and the Eastern Star marked Rob Morris Day with a service centered on faith, service and unity. Safety & Rights: Liberia’s Protect Our Resources Taskforce (PORT) begins nationwide action against illegal mining, and Liberia Agricultural Company expands sexual-harassment awareness beyond workplaces into camps and schools.

Road Safety & Public Health: WoGeS Holding Liberia, Inc. thanks Liberia’s government and major donors for supporting road safety reform, while CRS Liberia dedicates new WASH facilities in Massatine, Grand Cape Mount—four latrines plus a rehabilitated water source to cut diarrhea-linked sanitation problems. Justice & Governance: President Boakai sacks Justice Minister/Attorney General N. Oswald Tweh and Solicitor General Augustine Fayiah amid the $336M cocaine bust probe, appointing Betty M. Lamin-Blamo and Abrahim Boimah Sillah. Democracy & Electoral Readiness: NEC launches a 2026–2030 Strategic Plan with over US$75M for reform, digital transformation, and public confidence ahead of 2029 elections. Security & Resources: Liberia activates the Protect Our Resources Taskforce (PORT) for a nationwide crackdown on illegal mining, warning of seizures and prosecutions. Faith & Community Life: Rev. Dr. Jerry Kulah is elected Global Methodist Bishop for Episcopal Area 5, and the Global Methodist Church’s leadership network spans Africa, Europe, and the U.S. Education & Youth: Luminos marks 10 years in Liberia, reaching 63,785 out-of-school children with accelerated learning and meals. Culture & Events: KanKouran brings African dance and drum workshops plus a major concert to Washington, DC (Sept 4–6, Sept 5). Immigration Pressure: U.S. expands “Worst of the Worst” deportation listings affecting West Africa, with Liberia named among the highest counts.

Justice Shake-Up: President Boakai removes Justice Minister/Attorney General N. Oswald Tweh, appointing Betty M. Lamin-Blamo, with Augustine Fayiah reassigned and Abrahim Boimah Sillah named Solicitor General—an abrupt turn amid Liberia’s drug-trafficking probes. Rule of Law & Accountability: Chief Justice Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay orders Judiciary staff to surrender unauthorized use of JUD plates on private vehicles, calling it criminal. Peace & Memory: Liberia wraps a Rwanda study mission for the proposed National Peace, Reconciliation and Memorial Museum, with South Africa pledging a fully funded technical and cultural delegation to help build credible systems. Education & Youth: Luminos marks 10 years, reaching 63,785 out-of-school children with accelerated learning; PYPP reshapes operations and may decentralize recruitment to Bong and Grand Bassa. Community Safety: Liberia Agricultural Company expands sexual-harassment awareness beyond workplaces into camps and schools. Culture & Community: KanKouran brings African dance and drum workshops plus a Sept. 5 concert to Washington, DC. Health Crisis Watch: Congo’s Ebola outbreak tops 6,100 cases and 3,000 deaths as response struggles with insecurity and weak surveillance.

Ebola Update (DRC): Congo’s Ebola crisis has crossed 3,000 deaths and 6,100 confirmed cases, with experts warning weak surveillance, insecurity, and community resistance are slowing containment. Peace & Memory (Liberia): Liberia wraps a Rwanda study mission for the proposed Peace, Reconciliation and Memorial Museum, aiming to turn reconciliation into lasting institutions. Youth & Climate: LCOY 2026 ends with a National Youth Statement pushing accountability, green financing, and a seat at the table for NDC 3.0 implementation. Education & Literacy: NAEAL trains 10 adult literacy monitors in Bong to expand community adult education beyond pilots. Workplace Safety (LAC): Liberia Agricultural Company expands sexual harassment prevention into concession communities, schools, and camps. Governance & Integrity: Chief Justice orders a crackdown on unauthorized use of Judiciary (JUD) plates on private vehicles. Culture & Craft: A new feature traces how fannuh baskets connect Liberia to the US Lowcountry through shared basketry roots. Community Events: “Singing on the Rock” gospel concert is set for Sept. 26 in Pickens.