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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...
New Machines, Old Mindsets: Why Compassion Must Anchor Liberia’s Health Transformation
Liberian Observer
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When health authorities broke ground last week for Liberia’s first modern radiotherapy center, it marked more than a milestone in cancer care. It signaled the country’s aspiration to finally reverse the tide of outbound medical tourism, especially...
Liberia: STAND, Allies Inform Gov’t of Three-Day “Enough is Enough” Protest, Demand Justice, Good Governance
Front Page Africa
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July 7, 2025
Monrovia – A civil society coalition led by Solidarity and Trust for a New Day (STAND), in collaboration with the We The People Movement and other allied grassroots organizations, has informed the Ministry of Justice of its intent to stage a...
As US ends support, Liberia faces empty health clinics and unplanned pregnancies
ABC News - New York
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July 8, 2025
SARWORLOR, Liberia -- Five months ago, Roseline Phay, a 32-year-old farmer from the West African nation of Liberia, set off on a quest to find contraceptives. Phay and her partner have two daughters, and they barely make ends meet. Determined not...
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...
Big Boost for Public Teacher, Education Workers
Liberian Observer
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The National Teacher Association of Liberia Credit Union Cooperative Society (NATLCUCS) has climaxed it 6th Annual General Assembly in Buchanan Grand Bassa County with a financial disclosure of the Net Surplus of LDR $16,139,734.68, as compare 14...
Liberia: President Boakai Lights Up Candle National Healing, Reconciliation, and Unity Candle
Front Page Africa
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July 7, 2025
Monrovia– As part of ongoing efforts to foster peace, unity, and national renewal Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., President of the Republic of Liberia, yesterday lit the National Healing, Reconciliation, and Unity Candle at the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf...
Liberia: Education Minister Jallah, Committee Lauded for National Reconciliation Program
Front Page Africa
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July 7, 2025
Monrovia – Education Minister Dr. Jarso Maley Jallah and members of the Reburial Committee are receiving national commendation for the successful execution of the National Reconciliation, Healing, and Unity Program held in Monrovia over the...
Liberia: President Boakai Apologizes to Civil War Victims, Pledges National Memorial, and Recommits to Criminal Accountability
Front Page Africa
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July 7, 2025
Adhering to a recommendation of the country’s T. R.C., President Joseph Boakai has officially apologized to victims of Liberia’s civil wars, an action none of his predecessors took Boakai has also pledged to erect a national memorial and ensure...
Liberia: World Bank Country Manager Hails Liberia’s First Certified Public Sector Accountants Graduation as Landmark for Africa
Front Page Africa
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July 7, 2025
Monrovia – The World Bank’s Country Manager for Liberia, Georgia Wallen, has praised Liberia’s historic graduation of its first cohort of Certified Professional Public Sector Accountants (PPSAs), describing it as a landmark achievement not just...
As US abruptly ends support, Liberia faces empty health clinics and unplanned pregnancies
Newsday - New York
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SARWORLOR, Liberia — Five months ago, Roseline Phay, a 32-year-old farmer from the West African nation of Liberia, set off on a quest to find contraceptives. Phay and her partner have two daughters, and they barely make ends meet. Determined not...
Liberia: As Five African Heads of State Prepare for High-stakes White House talks, President Trump Pushes Trade over Aid in Renewed African policy framework
Front Page Africa
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July 7, 2025
Washington, D.C. – President Donald Trump is set to host the heads of state from Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, and Senegal at the White House next week for a luncheon aimed at strengthening commercial and security ties between the...
Photos show Liberia’s health clinics shuttered after US aid cuts
The Gazette - Colorado
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SARWORLOR, Liberia (AP) — As cuts to U.S. aid take hold, medical services in Liberia are feeling the pinch. Clinics, undernourished children and overwhelmed families are grappling with the sudden loss of support that once funded health care,...
Liberia: FBB Pro Frimpon Urges Liberian Bodybuilders to Embrace Discipline, Growth
Front Page Africa
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July 7, 2025
Frimpon also advised local trainers to prioritize education, stressing the importance of understanding body mechanics, muscle groups, and structured training. MONROVIA – Ghanaian IFBB professional bodybuilder Godwin Frimpon has called on Liberian...
Liberia: Rep. Fahnbulleh Honored by Dekegai Women of Popota Town, Yarbaryon Clan, District Seven
Front Page Africa
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July 7, 2025
Popota Town, Bong County – The women of Dekegai in Popota Town, Yarbaryon Clan, Saturday honored Representative Foday Fahnbulleh of Bong County District 1 in recognition of what they described as his inclusive and impactful leadership. By Selma...
Des Moines family waits 11 years for decision from immigration officials
Iowa Capital Dispatch
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July 7, 2025
A Des Moines family that has been waiting 11 years for approval of their application for permanent residence is going to court in an effort to force action in the case and is seeking protection from retaliation by federal officials. The family of...
Three dead, many crew missing as Houthis sink Red Sea ship
The Sydney Morning Herald
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July 10, 2025
The bulk carrier Eternity C pictured in 2019.Credit: APThe Houthis said they had rescued a number of the ship’s crew, provided them with medical care and transported them to a safe location. Earlier this week, International Maritime Organisation...
Trump surprised by Boakai’s English
The New Dawn Liberia
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July 10, 2025
Washington, DC, USA, July 10, 2025: U.S. President Donald Trump was impressed by the eloquence of Liberian President Joseph N. Boakai during their opening meeting on Wednesday, prompting him to ask the Liberian leader where he had learned to speak...
EU Praises Fishmongers, CMAs at Project Closing Ceremony
Liberian Observer
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The European Union (EU) lauded Liberia’s fishmongers and Collaborative Management Associations (CMAs) as pillars of progress during the close-out of the Communities for Fisheries project—a landmark initiative implemented by the Environmental...
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...