Liberia could experience a major setback in its fight against human trafficking as the Government of Liberia has lost another landmark trafficking case against a Q-Net staff member. It can be recalled that after over 30 minutes of deliberation, the Jury of Criminal Court “A” at the Temple of Justice in Monrovia On Monday October…
The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) says there will be a scrutiny into serious allegations regarding the involvement of certain members of the House of Representatives in acts of bribery aimed at influencing the removal of the Speaker of the House. In a statement issued Monday, October 21, 2024, LACC Chairperson Alexandra K. Zoe said the…
President Joseph N. Boakai has praised the Catholic Church for its immense contributions to the socio-economic development of Liberia. Speaking Sunday, October 21, 2024, the president said the church has contributed through the establishment of some of the best institutions of learning, along with healthcare facilities, humanitarian services and human rights promotion. According to him,…
The Acting Chairman of the Southeastern Legislative Caucus Numene T.H. Bartekwa has called on his colleagues, particularly those in the House of Representatives, to halt efforts aimed at removing Speaker Cllr. J. Fonati Koffa. “Fellow compatriots, this is indeed a critical moment for us as a region. Our representation in the governance of our beloved…
The Government of Liberia (GOL) and partners on Monday, October 21, 2024, began the validation process of the Draft Zoning Act for Liberia. The draft legislation introduced by the Ministry of Public Works (MPW) through the World Bank-financed Liberia Urban Resilience Project (LURP), is intended to address the numerous challenges and limitations presented by the…
President Joseph N. Boakai has called on the 55th Legislature and the Liberian media to demonstrate commitment in the rightful direction. Speaking Sunday, October 20, 2024 upon his arrival from Rome, Italy, Boakai the Legislature is the first branch of government while the media community is the watchdog of the society. According to the President,…
In a significant move to prioritize employment opportunities for Liberian job seekers, Labour Minister Cooper W. Kruah, Sr. has announced the suspension of work permit issuance and renewals for unskilled expatriates. This decision will take effect upon the expiration of current Alien Work Permits for unskilled expatriates employed by major foreign investment firms. The announcement…
The Central Bank of Liberia through its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has reduced the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) from 18.5 percent to 17.0 percent following the final quarterly meeting of 2024 held on October 16. Speaking with reporters Friday, October 18, 2024 in Monrovia, CBL Acting Deputy Governor James Wilfred said the decision, which comes…
The First Lady of Liberia Kartumu Yarta Boakai officially dedicated the newly renovated Joseph G.N. Gbadyu Public School in District #2, Neekreen Township, Grand Bassa County on Friday, October 18, 2024. According to an Executive Mansion release dated October 19, 2024, the dedication ceremony also recognized the ARREST Agenda, underlining the government’s commitment to education…
Liberia’s Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan has departed Liberia for Washington DC as head of the government delegation at the upcoming Annual Meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund, which kicks off today, October 21 and runs up October 26, 2024. The high-powered delegation, which includes Acting Executive…
