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Monrovia, Vienna Explore New Frontiers for Urban Partnership
Liberian Observer
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Monrovia and the Austrian capital of Vienna are taking steps to deepen cooperation in key urban development areas following a strategic meeting between Mayor John-Charuk Siafa and Austrian Ambassador Ursula Fahringer. Held at the Monrovia City...
"If the change we seek is not now, Then when?"
Liberian Observer
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President Joseph Nyuma Boakai is poised to end Liberia's long struggle to achieve transparency, accountability, patriotism, and national reconciliation—an effort that has persistently been stalled for decades. His recent moves are likely a turning...
Aaron Hennessy appointed as Sustainability Ambassador for CIOB Oman Hub Committee
The Arabian Stories
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July 1, 2025
Muscat– Douglas OHI is pleased to announce that Aaron Hennessy, Group Managing Director of Douglas OHI and Group COO of the OHI Group of Companies, has been appointed as the Sustainability Ambassador for the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)...
Is Liberia under a Resource Curse?
Liberian Observer
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Recently, the mining giant ArcelorMittal, commonly known as Mittal Steel, dedicated a massive $1.8 billion iron ore concentrator plant in the northeastern county of Nimba. The iron ore concentrator was officially launched with much fanfare by none...
Liberian Finance Official Defends Debt Strategy Amid Public Concern
Front Page Africa
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June 26, 2025
Tuesday’s gathering was attended by leading civil leaders, incuding Elizabeh Dato-Johnson*(on the podium), country director of Action Aid Liberia. Credit: Aria Deemie/New Narratibes. MONROVIA, Liberia—As civil society organizations intensify calls...
Liberia Participates in IOC Assembly Following Historic Admission as 151st Member State
Front Page Africa
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June 26, 2025
PARIS, France – On Wednesday, June 25, Dr. Emmanuel Urey Yarkpawolo, Executive Director of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Liberia, and Dr. Teeko Tozay Yorlay, Sr., Liberia’s Permanent Delegate to UNESCO, participated in the opening...
Liberia: Malaikah Unveils Ambitious 950MW Energy Project to Power Liberia’s Future
Front Page Africa
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June 26, 2025
In a significant boost to Liberia’s long-standing efforts to resolve its electricity crisis, Spanish energy giant Malaikah Energy Group has announced a groundbreaking 950-megawatt power project set to launch in 2026. The initiative is poised to...
Liberia: AML Empowers Community Leaders in Nimba Concession Areas with Governance Training
Front Page Africa
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June 26, 2025
YEKEPA, Nimba County – ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML), through its Department of Sustainability and External Relations, has successfully completed a series of capacity-building workshops aimed at strengthening leadership and governance in communities...
Liberia and China commit to deepening cooperation
The New Dawn Liberia
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June 26, 2025
By Lincoln G. Peters Beijing, China; June 26, 2025, The People’s Republic of China and the Government of Liberia have committed to deepening friendship and cooperation in the areas of poverty reduction, health, and public welfare, amid the...
Liberia’s Economic Transformation: The Private Sector Is the Way
Liberian Observer
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National transformation cannot be supported entirely by the government with dwindling natural resource revenue that puts the government into a position where it always capitulates at every negotiation table. An expansionary, private sector...
Liberia: Supreme Court Suspends Cllr. Samuel Pearson from Law Practice for Six Months
Front Page Africa
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June 26, 2025
BUCHANAN — In what he described as a “historic and long-overdue moment,” Buchanan Port Manager Johnathan L. Kaipay has praised the 55th Legislature for passing the landmark Ports Autonomy Bill, which grants independent operational status to the...
Liberia: 75% of Foe River Bridge Completed, Locals Grateful
Front Page Africa
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June 26, 2025
Zota District, Bong County – Construction on the Foe River Bridge in electoral District 4, Bong County, has reached approximately 75 percent completion, sparking hope and gratitude among residents after earlier fears the project had been...
Revitalizing TVET Sector Critical to Govt's Agenda
Liberian Observer
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As Liberia continues its journey toward revitalizing its Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector, a day-long workshop organized by the Agricultural Industrial Training Bureau (AITB), has reignited national conversations on...
Liberia: National Commission on Higher Education Flags Challenges at Top Universities — UL, Cuttington, AMEU; Suspends or Shuts Down 53 Others
Front Page Africa
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June 25, 2025
Monrovia – The National Commission on Higher Education (NCHE) has released a sweeping evaluation report uncovering widespread deficiencies across Liberia’s higher education sector. The report highlights long-standing challenges at some of the...
Liberia: InfoQuest Launches Third Quarter Report on Gender-Sensitive Legislative Monitoring, Issues Key Recommendations
Front Page Africa
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June 25, 2025
Monrovia – InfoQuest Liberia has officially launched its Third Quarter Report on the Gender-Sensitive Legislative Monitoring Project, highlighting major findings and recommendations aimed at advancing inclusive governance and legislative...
Liberian Swedish Feeder Roads Project launches major roadworks in Lofa, Nimba, and Bong Counties.
The New Dawn Liberia
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June 25, 2025
By: Edwin N Khakie A significant rural infrastructure project has been launched across three key Liberian counties—Lofa, Nimba, and Bong—under the Liberian Swedish Feeder Roads Project, aimed at improving connectivity and driving local economic...
AML scholarship program aligns with Liberia’s goal of building technical workforce
The New Dawn Liberia
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June 30, 2025
ArcelorMittal Liberia’s Advanced Academic Scholarship Program is aligning well with Liberia’s national goal of cultivating a technically skilled workforce. Launched under the company’s Mineral Development Agreement (MDA), the program supports...
Liberia: ArcelorMittal Liberia’s Concentrator Signals New Era for Nation’s Economy
Front Page Africa
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June 25, 2025
The company says while the dedication earlier this month celebrated the completion of West Africa’s first iron ore concentrator, its true significance lies in AML’s sustained $2 billion Phase II expansion. Yekepa, Nimba County – The recent...
Liberia: NCHE shuts down 31 unaccredited institutions
The New Dawn Liberia
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June 25, 2025
By; Kruah Thompson The Government of Liberia, through the National Commission on Higher Education (NCHE), has officially shut down 31 institutions across the country for operating without its knowledge and approval. According to the NCHE, these...
Liberia: The Importance of Celebrating Educational Milestones: A Comparison of Social Justice through School Gala Day and Other Parades
Front Page Africa
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June 24, 2025
Every year, schools across Liberia celebrate a significant milestone in their academic calendars with a gala day and other parades. These events allow students to showcase their achievements and foster community and school pride. By Austin S...