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By: Esther Natelia Scott Smile FM, a prominent community radio station in Zwedru, hasofficially resumed full broadcast operations following a successful two-daymediation led by the Press Union of Liberia (PUL) and the Association ofLiberia Community Radio Stations (ALICOR).The mediation, held from May 18–19, brought an end to aprolonged leadership and governance crisis that had kept the station off theair since May 5. The conflict centered around rival factions, each claiminglegitimacy under different constitutions and sets of bylaws, and supportingseparate boards of advisors and station managers.As part of the resolution, PUL and ALICOR facilitated thedissolution of all competing boards. A new…

By: Akoi M. Baysah,  Jr.A delegation of senior Liberian fiscal officials has commenced a weeklongtraining in Ibadan, Nigeria, focused on enhancing the country’sdecentralization agendaThe program, running from May 19 to 26, is being hosted by the University ofIbadan and centers on fiscaldecentralization and local government financial management.Leading the delegation is Hon.Anthony G. Myers, Deputy Minister for Fiscal Affairs atLiberia’s Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP). In his opening remarks, Hon. Myersstressed that fiscal autonomy is essential for effective decentralization. “Administrative decentralizationwithout fiscal empowerment is perfunctory,” he said, reiterating President Joseph Boakai’s strongcommitment to decentralization as a cornerstone of Liberia’s developmentstrategy.Hon. Myers…

By: Jeff D. Jefferson The President of the Republic of Liberia, Joseph Nyuma Boakai,has commissioned a new board to strengthen the work of the Liberia DrugEnforcement Agency (LDEA). The Control Drugs and Substances Board – Liberia DrugEnforcement Agency comprises respected professionals and civil societyrepresentatives committed to combating substance abuse in Liberia.Among the newly appointed members is Ambassador Maxson S.Kpakio, a long time humanitarian and social justice advocate. With more than 15years of experience in education, advocacy, and humanitarian services, Amb.Kpakio brings a wealth of expertise and commitment to the board’s mission.In 2009, he founded Justice Forum LIBERIA, a civil societyorganization…

By: Joseph KerkulaIn its continued mission to promote gender equality in education, the KutoaAfrika Foundation has empowered more than 15 young women with digital skillsthrough a three-month intensive computer training program.The graduation ceremony, held over the weekend, marked a significantmilestone for the participants, who successfully completed the training aimedat enhancing their competitiveness in the educational and job sectors.Delivering the keynote address, Debbie Caranda, Proprietress of the Schoolof Prime System, emphasized the importance of acquiring specialized skills as apathway to personal and professional success.”Preparedness gives a sense of purpose and sets a goal forsuccess,” she noted. “Your education is your power.”Madam…

By: Morlu FreemanIn a compelling story of resilience and innovation, JohnsonFlomo has turned personal adversity into a platform for entrepreneurship andcommunity impact. Age 30, born in Voinjama City, Lofa County, Johnson faced a life-altering challenge at the age of three, when an illness left him with amobility disability. Rather than viewing this as a limitation, Johnson chose tosee his condition as a lens for deeper observation and creativeproblem-solving.Venturing into technology and entrepreneurship, Johnson usedhis experience to build rather than seek support. With skills in computerprogramming and back-end development, he has contributed to various digitalprojects, including designing a website for a…

By: Esther Natelia Scott The Ministry of Education has completed a full renovation of Deah MemorialAcademy in Konobo District, Grand Gedeh County. The $8,500 project, implemented byJ.M. Enterprise Inc., was funded through a budget reallocation and aims toenhance learning conditions for students and teachers.County Education Officer Elijah G. Freeman, who confirmed the development onMay 16, 2025, described it as a milestone in the government’s pursuit ofquality education. He also praised Minister Dr. Jarso Maley Jallah and President Joseph NyumaBoakai, Sr. for prioritizing education reform.In related news, over 1,000 students across the county are sitting the2024/2025 WASSCE. Mr. Freeman highlighted several ongoing…

By: Albert M. Fania The Liberia Chess Federation’s 8th General Assembly was suspended over the weekend due to a failure to meet the required quorum. Out of the 54 expected members and delegates, only 16 were present at the Federation’s headquarters in Sinkor. According to the Federation’s constitution, a quorum of two-thirds of the members is necessary for the General Assembly to proceed and for any decisions to be valid. The low turnout rendered the assembly inquorate, forcing its postponement.A new date for the assembly is yet to be announced. The postponement has sparked disappointment among stakeholders and raised concerns…

By: Albert FaniaThe kickoff of the WAFU Zone A Women’s Tournament, initiallyscheduled for today, has been postponed to May 22 due to visa delays affectingseveral participating teams.Liberia’s Female Lone Star, currently in Ivory Coast, isamong those impacted and is expected to receive its visas by tomorrow.Meanwhile, Sierra Leone’s Leon Stars are reportedly in Guinea, also awaitingvisa approval.In addition to the visa complications, The Gambia’s squadarrived late yesterday, prompting concerns over player fatigue. Tournamentorganizers cited this as a contributing factor in the decision to delay thecompetition.With the revised schedule, Liberia is now set to play itsfirst match on May 22 at…

By: Albert Fania The National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) has confirmed threenew Mpox cases, bringing the country’s total number of active cases to four.All cases were confirmed through PCR testing, and no deaths have been reported.This marks the first resurgence after a period of calm between December 2024and March 2025, during which Liberia recorded zero new cases. Over 70individuals recovered from the virus in that time, with no fatalities.In response to rising Mpox cases in neighboring countries—Ghana, Togo, andSierra Leone—NPHIL has intensified surveillance, particularly at border points,to curb cross-border transmission.Dr. Dougbeh Chris Nyan, Director General of NPHIL, noted…

By: Bryan Dioh The Judge of the 4th Judicial Circuit Court in Maryland County, Nelson Togba hasofficially resumed duties for the May Term of Court after fleeing the countylast year amid tensions surrounding a heated land dispute.Judge Togba’s return has been met with relief and optimism by many residents, whodescribed him as a “no-nonsense judge” known for his integrity and unwaveringcommitment to justice.It can be recalled that on May 15, 2024, residents of Big Town Township, mainlyyouth, staged a protest in the early morning hours by surrounding the homes ofJudge Togba and Harper City Mayor Abraham Jackson.The protesters reportedly placed…