The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) has unveiled 3,200 young entrepreneurs from across all 54 African countries as beneficiaries of its 2026 Entrepreneurship Programme, reaffirming its commitment to poverty reduction, job creation, and inclusive economic growth on the continent. With the latest cohort, TEF has now supported more than 27,000 African entrepreneurs through funding, training, and…
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has welcomed the sentencing of five women to 20 years in prison each for trafficking 14 minors and engaging in criminal conspiracy, hailing the ruling as a strong step in safeguarding children across Liberia. According to a release dated March 25, 2026, judgment was delivered on Monday…
President Joseph N. Boakai has reassured Liberians that tensions along the country’s northern border in Lofa County remain firmly under control, emphasizing that calm and stability have prevailed despite recent concerns. Speaking at his third Cabinet meeting held at the Executive Mansion Tea House on Thursday, March 26, 2026, the President acknowledged public unease over…
The Ministry of Education has begun distributing student hygiene kits in Montserrado County, starting at the Group of 77 Public School. According to a recent press release, the distribution was led by Minister of Education Dr. Jarso Maley Jallah and Assistant Minister Sona Traore Sesay. The initiative addresses everyday barriers that affect student attendance and…
Amid a recent price hike in petroleum products, the Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Transport, has issued new transportation fares for Monrovia and its surroundings. Speaking Thursday, March 26, 2026, at the Ministry of Information regular press briefing, Deputy Minister for Rails, Road and Land Transport, Rudolph Natt, said this decision addresses the…
The ongoing economic sabotage trial at Criminal Assizes “C” took a pivotal turn this week after a key prosecution witness from the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) distanced former Finance and Development Planning Minister Samuel D. Tweah Jr. from the direct signing of major financial instruments at the heart of the case. Testifying as the…
The Government of Liberia notes that, as a consequence of recent developments along Liberia’s border with Guinea, particularly our northern frontier in Sorlumba, Foya District, Lofa County, there are heightened concerns over the boundary between Liberia and Guinea. Speaking on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the Ministry of Information, Justice Minister Cllr Oswald Tweh said…
Sekou Jabateh, a victim of the Mira Gas explosion reportedly dying slowly from the impact of the deadly blast that claimed lives and left many injured, as a result of the company’s alleged negligence. Sekou, a promising young man with aspirations of attending university after high school, now faces an uncertain future following the…
The Ministry of Commerce & Industry has issued a stern warning over widespread violations of copyright laws within Liberia’s creative industry, citing increasing noncompliance among businesses and users of artistic content. According to a press release, the Ministry expressed concern that music, films, and other creative works are being used commercially without proper authorization, in…
A 32-year-old taxi driver, Francis Nana, has pleaded not guilty to charges of Murder and Malice, & Disregard for Life, in connection with the death of Patrolman Mark D. Bracewell of the Liberia National Police (LNP). The plea was entered on Monday, March 23, 2026, at Criminal Court “A” following the reading of the indictment….
