Lawyers representing defendants charged in connection with the June 27, 2024 incident at the Salala Rubber Corporation (SRC) plantation in Weala, Margibi County have filed a motion before the First Judicial Circuit Criminal Court “A” in Monrovia seeking dismissal of the case. The motion cites violations of the defendants’ constitutional and statutory right to a…
Through a partnership with the Indian Government, the Ministry of Mines and Energy has benefited from an international training opportunity for 30 of its mining engineers and geologists. The beneficiaries took off on Saturday, January 31, 2026, and their studies will focus on areas of mine safety, occupational health and safety, among other important areas…
In a landmark step aimed at deepening unity, strengthening pastoral collaboration, and enhancing priestly formation, the Catholic Bishops’ Conferences of Liberia, Sierra Leone and The Gambia have resolved to merge into a single regional episcopal body. According to a statement, the decision was reached during a three-day solidarity visit, and the Plenary Assembly held from…
About 30 years ago, the now Senior Senator of Lofa County and Counsellor-At-Law, Joseph K. Jallah in 1986 was held for Contempt of Court by the Supreme Court of Liberia. Can we look at the history and decision of the case and penalty thereof under chief Juctice Joseph Nagbe, in the case: IN RE JOSEPH…
Nimba County Senator Nya D. Twayen has opposed the passage of the third Amendment of the ArcelorMittal Mineral Development Agreement (MDA), which the Senate passed in concurrence with the House of Representatives, stating that the deal will pave the way for long-term investment in the country’s mining sector. The Senate’s was based on a report…
The European Union has provided updates on the Liberia-EU Business Forum 2026, taking place in Brussels on 24 and 25 February. Speaking on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the Ministry of Information in Monrovia, Her Excellency Nona Deprez, European Union Ambassador to Liberia, said the conference will be held under the theme “The ARTS in…
President Joseph N. Boakai has broken ground for a new Ministry of Justice complex, marking a decisive shift in Liberia’s long-standing reliance on rented public offices. The President reaffirms his administration’s commitment to building permanent state institutions that reflect national dignity and stability. Speaking Thursday, January 29, 2026 at the ceremony attended by lawmakers, cabinet…
The Political Leader of the Liberian National Union (LINU), Dr. Clarence K. Moniba, has launched a blistering critique of President Joseph N. Boakai’s Annual Message, arguing that while the speech “sounded good,” the real verdict on the government’s performance is found in the proposed 2026 National Budget, which he says exposes deep failures in priorities…
The Liberia Airport Authority (LAA) is proud to announce over US$8 million in new support from the European Union to upgrade aviation safety, security, and infrastructure, with a major focus on Roberts International Airport (RIA). This EU-funded investment will deliver modern runway and taxiway lighting, upgraded air traffic control systems, new firefighting and emergency response…
As part of its obligation to annually review implementation efforts, the Ministry of Health, through its National Malaria Control Program, in collaboration with WHO, Catholic Relief Services, PMI-REACH, Jhpiego, Liberia Malaria Youth Corps, and others, has concluded its annual review meeting in Ganta, Nimba County. The meeting brought together participants from all 15 counties, including…
