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By: Jeremiah Binda (Contributor) In a strategic move to boost investment and trade, the Liberia Special Economic Zones Authority (LSEZA) and the Liberia Airports Authority (LAA) have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) to establish the country’s first airport-based Special Economic Zone (SEZ) at Roberts International Airport (RIA). The agreement, signed on Thursday in Margibi County, designates 200 acres of land at RIA for the SEZ, which is expected to drive growth in light manufacturing, logistics, and aviation services. The project aims to attract both domestic and international investors under a public-private partnership (PPP) model. Officials say the initiative is…

By: Elijah Easter Kaykay (Grand Bassa County) Residents of Grand Bassa County are reeling after the sudden death of a young man under mysterious circumstances, prompting the detention of four individuals for questioning. The incident has fueled anxiety and suspicion within the BIA Community in District #2. On Sunday, May 4, the community was rocked by the discovery of Lincoln Bee, a man in his late twenties, found dead near a creek on his family’s farm. His father, Henry Bee—a First Lieutenant in the Armed Forces of Liberia—discovered the body and described visible bruises, raising concerns of a possible altercation.…

By: Jeremiah Binda (Contributor) In a decisive move to enhance service delivery and accelerate development in the agriculture sector, the Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) on Tuesday hosted a high-level delegation from the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP) under the government’s ongoing Sectoral Deep Dives initiative. The engagement aimed to fast-track budget execution and strengthen the implementation of key agricultural programs. Finance and Development Planning Minister Hon. Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan emphasized a renewed focus on transparency, urgency, and measurable results. “Liberians are impatient for progress—we must act now,” said Minister Ngafuan. “While we await additional aid, we must fully…

By: Akoi M. Baysah, Jr. In a speech that resonated with the urgency of grassroots activism and national discontent, Togar Alexander Bealded accepted his appointment as the International Coordinator for Media, Communications, and Publicity for the upcoming “WE THE PEOPLE” protest scheduled for July 17. The appointment was formally announced today in Monrovia, where Bealded delivered a fiery and impassioned address that laid bare the growing frustrations of Liberia’s citizens. Bealded, a seasoned communicator and public mobilizer, cast his new role as more than ceremonial—it is, in his words, “a responsibility… to give global visibility to the pain, the hope,…

By: Elijah Easter Kaykay (Grand Bassa County) A high-level delegation from Grand Bassa University (GBU) and the Internal Audit Agency (IAA) on May 7 conducted a comprehensive site inspection of major development projects in Grand Bassa County. The initiative aimed to ensure effective implementation, accountability, and transparency in the university’s ongoing development efforts. Led by GBU’s Vice President for Institutional Development, Mr. Josiah Gayman, the team visited several key sites, beginning with Big Joe Town, where two advanced palm and rice processing machines were inspected. Donated by the African Development Bank (AfDB) through the National Investment Commission (NIC), the equipment…

By: Matalay Kollie | Bong County In a startling revelation that has sent shockwaves through Bong County, County Attorney Jonathan Flomo has raised alarm over mounting political and community interference in an ongoing illegal mining case, warning that the very foundation of the county’s justice system is at stake. Speaking during a formal signing ceremony of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Liberia National Police and Cuttington University, Flomo revealed he is facing intense pressure from influential individuals seeking the release of suspects recently arrested for illegal mining activities in the Gbargonai area of Zota District. Among the detainees…

By: Matalay Kollie (Bong) The long-anticipated reconstruction of the Totota-Phebe corridor is set to begin, following confirmation from Bong County Senator Prince Moye that phase one rehabilitation plans have been finalized. The announcement signals a major step forward in the government’s efforts to improve transportation infrastructure across Liberia. Speaking at a media engagement in Bong County on Wednesday, Senator Moye revealed that the first phase of the project will cover the stretch from Totota to Sanoyea Town. The initial work, focused on rehabilitation, is backed by a US$812,000 allocation from the 2025 National Budget. Senator Moye, a senior figure in…

By: Staff Writer The Liberia Health and Rights Journalists Network (LHRJN), in partnership with the MediaAid Foundation, is set to host a day-long training session and officially launch a new mentorship program for students of the Peter Quaqua School of Journalism (PQSJ) on Thursday, May 8, 2025. The event, scheduled to begin at 9:00 AM at the LCM Conference Room within the JFK Compound, aims to equip young journalists with the skills and knowledge needed to effectively report on critical health and human rights issues across Liberia. According to organizers, the mentorship program is part of a broader effort to…

By: Matalay S. Kollie (Bong ) In a major step toward bolstering national security and police capacity-building, the Liberia National Police (LNP) and Cuttington University today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), paving the way for the first-ever campus-based police depot in Suakoko District, Bong County. Themed “A Partnership on Capacity Building and Security Enhancement,” the event drew a wide array of dignitaries, law enforcement officials, and community leaders who hailed the initiative as a milestone in the modernization of Liberia’s policing system. Speaking at the event, Hon. Sadatu L.M. Reeves, Deputy Inspector General for Training and Manpower Development, underscored…

By: Staff WriterIn a major step toward decentralizing its operations, the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) has officially begun a two-day orientation workshop for newly appointed County Mine Officers, Mining Engineers, and Resident Geologists. The initiative aims to enhance service delivery across Liberia by establishing the Ministry’s presence at the county level. Speaking at the launch of the orientation in Monrovia, Mines and Energy Minister Wilmot Paye urged the incoming county-based staff to serve with integrity, resilience, and commitment. He emphasized that Liberia’s transformation depends significantly on the resolve of public servants to navigate and overcome institutional and logistical…