Following a rejection of ArcelorMittal Liberia’s rail provisions by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, the company has reportedly intensified its campaign to ratify its revised Mineral Development Agreement (MDA). There is mounting evidence that the company’s proposals could covertly entrench its dominance over a critical strategic infrastructure asset, the Yekepa–Buchanan rail corridor for decades to come….
The Swedish Embassy accredited to Liberia and Sierra Leone has announced that the Swedish bilateral development cooperation with Liberia will be phased out and the Embassy will be closed during the course of 2026. According to a statement released by the Swedish Embassy, this decision has not been taken lightly and is a consequence of…
The Association of Liberia Community Radio (ALICOR) extends its appreciation to the House of Representatives for the passage of the “Act for the Ownership, Management, Licensing, Sustainability, and Operations of Community Radio Stations in Liberia.” ALICOR said this legislation marks a significant step forward in strengthening grassroots communication, promoting media freedom, and empowering rural communities…
The General Services Agency (GSA), in partnership with the Liberia Institute of Public Administration (LIPA), has concluded a series of validation workshops on the agency’s new five-year strategic plan. Speaking at the opening session, GSA Director General, Galakpai W. Kortimai expressed gratitude to LIPA for its continual support, describing the institution as a strong partner…
The Chief Justice of Supreme Court of Liberia has issued a warning to lawyers against using social media platforms to criticize the judiciary following unfavorable case outcomes. Making remarks on Friday, December 5, 2025 at the opening of the Liberia National Bar Association (LNBA) convention in Ganta, Nimba County, Yarmie Gbeisay emphasized that the Supreme…
The World Bank Group (WBG), in partnership with the Government of Liberia, has launched its new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for Liberia. The CPF supports more and better jobs by focusing selectively on four essential outcome areas: education, energy access, accountable and transparent governance, and private investment, with a focus on agroindustry and forestry. According to…
Ivanhoe Liberia, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Atlantic, shares the details of its extensive community engagements in communities along the rail corridor between Yekepa to Buchanan in Nimba, Bong and Grand Bassa Counties. The engagements were outlined in the Public Participation and Stakeholder Engagement chapter of its Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA), independently produced by…
The Plenary of the House of Representatives has summoned the Liberia National Fire Service (LNFS), the Liberia National Police (LNP), and the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) to provide a comprehensive update on the tragic fire incident that claimed the lives of the Garnett family in the Duport Road area. The decision was triggered by communication…
Nimba County District #7 Representative Musa H. Bility has pledged support to the ongoing debate at the Liberian Senate on the reduction of lawmakers’ salaries from US$8,000 to US$5,000. A bill was recently introduced by Montserrado County Senator A. Darius Dillon titled “An Act Fixing the Monthly Remuneration of the Legislature,” and a report on…
The Paynesville City Corporation (PCC) has explained an incident that occurred on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, in the red light commercial hub involving a city officer and a pregnant street vendor. According to initial reports, Officer Solomon Boakai was enforcing the city’s ordinances regarding vending restrictions in the designated commercial area. During this operation, PCC…
