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…
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…
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), through the Climate Information Systems (CIS) Project, has launched a training and validation program to empower women as Climate Ambassadors and members of Disaster Management Committees. According to a press release dated January 28, 2026, EPA Executive Director Dr. Emmanuel K. Urey Yarkpawolo noted that climate change is already disrupting…
The Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL) has lauded President Joseph Nyuma Boakai for his government’s ongoing anti-corruption reform efforts, calling for increased action to achieve greater positive results. Speaking to journalists on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, CENTAL Executive Director Anderson Miamen said the institution took a keen interest in President Boakai’s Annual…
Liberia took a decisive step toward expanding electricity access to underserved communities as key government institutions, regulators, private sector players, and development partners convened in Monrovia to validate sweeping reforms to the country’s micro-utility licensing, mini-grid operations and tariff regulations. The stakeholder validation workshop was hosted on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, by the Liberia Electricity…
The Civil Society Network of Liberia (CSNL) has described as baseless and unfounded parading publications that the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) is investigating the Minister of Commerce & Industry, Madam Magdalene Dagoseh. The civil society group said the allegations are a fake publication intended to besmear the minister’s character and undermine her laudable gains at…
