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The Executive Director of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Dr. Emmanuel Urey Yarkpawolo, has disclosed that the entity has imposed a fine of US$965 on several companies for the violation of environmental laws. Speaking at the Ministry of Information, Cultural Affairs and Tourism (MICAT) regular press briefing, Dr. Yarkpawolo disclosed that the companies involved in…

The Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP) has disclosed plans aimed at improving working conditions and benefits at the Ministry. During a staff meeting on Friday, June 28, 2024, Finance Minister Bioma S. Kamara urged the staff to foster a sense of mutual respect and care for one another as senior management works to…

Superintendent Kou Meapeh Gono is urging the people of Nimba County to pursue dialogue in their disagreements with ArcelorMittal in a bid to attract more investment to the vote-rich northern county She believes more businesses including banks and others will move to the county and empower more people when the people of Nimba conduct themselves…

The High Command of the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL) has discharged four of its personnel for contravening good service and exhibiting conduct contrary to army standards. According to a statement dated June 25, 2024, the action was effected against the soldiers for bridging the Constitution of the Republic of Liberia in accordance with Section…

The World Bank Group has announced the approval of a second disbursement of US$45 million for Liberia’s Renewable Energy Solar Power Intervention Project (RESPITE). A press release from the office of Vice President Jeremiah Koung revealed that this significant investment marks a major step forward in Liberia’s renewable energy efforts. The RESPITE project aims to…

Many observers are wondering as to who is really telling the truth over the disbursement of US$685,000 which according to a recent World Bank report, was misapplied by the Management of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority (NaFAA. Though the management of NaFAA has admitted using the money to purchase vehicles, motorbikes and other items,…

A veteran Liberian lawyer who once served as the Law Clerk of the Supreme Court of Liberia for over eight years, has sharply reacted to recent calls by some critics of Cllr. Jonathan Massaquoi who are calling for the withdrawal of his appointment. In his reaction, Cllr. Elisha T. J. Forkeyoh called on civil society…

The Government of Liberia, in collaboration with ArcelorMittal Liberia, says they are working to address and resolve community grievances that would ensure industrial harmony at the company’s mining operations in Nimba County. The initiative follows recent disruptions at ArcelorMittal’s sites due to protests by residents some of whom are in the mine-affected communities. At a…

President Joseph N. Boakai has called on the three branches of government to coordinate in finding solution to problems confronting Liberia and its people. President Boakai made the call on Sunday, June 23, 2024 at a dinner held at EJS Ministerial Complex with the leadership and members of the Legislature and Judiciary. The gathering was…