Lofa County Senator, Momo Cyrus has written the Liberian Senate calling for the cancellation of the resident Permit Digitization Agreement between the Government of Liberia and Contec Global Liberia Limited. In his communication to plenary on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, Senator Cyrus said following months of investigation by the Committee on Defense, Intelligence, Security, and…
Lofa County Senator, Joseph Jallah and Grand Bassa County Senator, Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence have submitted two bills to establish the War Crimes Court and Special Economic and Corruption Crime Court in Liberia. The Bills, which were read in session on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, are sponsored by Senator Jallah and Co-sponsor by Pro-Tempore Lawrence. The Senators…
The African Methodist Episcopal Zion University (AMEZU) on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, held its 34th Commencement Convocation in Vincent Town, Bomi County with the kenote speaker urging the graduates to “Never settle for less.” The ceremony marked by joy and reflection, celebrated the academic achievements of students who have successfully completed their studies across diverse…
The House of Representatives has mandated its Committees on Good Governance, Tourism, Ways, Means, and Judiciary to review a proposal seeking the formulation and adoption of a twenty-five-year National Development Plan (2026–2051). The plan is intended to serve as a long-term framework for national growth and transformation. The decision followed a communication from Montserrado County…
Labour Minister, Cooper W. Kruah, Sr. says he looks forward to seeing the renegotiated contract between the Management of Liberia Agriculture Company (LAC) and the Liberian government, elevating Liberians to senior managerial positions. The Labour Minister stressed that doing so would help management save the cost of hiring foreign experts and enable Liberians steer the…
Liberia has officially regained full membership in the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism). This ends more than 13 years of inactivity and reaffirming the country’s commitment to reestablishing its leadership role in global tourism. According to a press release, the reinstatement follows two weeks of sustained diplomatic engagement led by the Liberia National…
President Joseph N. Boakai has submitted to the Senate for ratification the Concession and Access Agreement (“CAA”) executed between the Government and Ivanhoe Liberia Limited. The deal, which was signed on July 5, 2025, is expected to create more jobs for Liberians. In his communication to the senators, President Boakai said CAA represents a landmark…
The National Port Authority (NPA) has launched a five-year Strategic Plan (2025–2030) worth US$550 million. The Plan is aimed at repositioning Liberia’s ports as engines of economic growth, regional trade, and private investment. The ceremony, which was held under theme “For a United Port System: Attracting Private Capital, Facilitating Trade, and Anchoring Growth”, was launched…
The Ministry of Justice on Monday, October 27, 2025, convened a high-level roundtable discussion and technical session on the drafting of legislation to abolish death penalty, marking a significant step toward advancing human rights and aligning national policy with international standards. The session held at the Ministry of Justice in Monrovia, was formally opened by…
The Government of Liberia and the United Nations commemorated eight decades of partnership and progress during a colorful ceremony held in Kakata, Margibi County on Friday, October 24, 2025. The event, which brought together government officials, UN representatives, civil society actors and students, highlighted Liberia’s enduring role as a founding member of the United Nations…
