Author: Julius Konton

 President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has by Proclamation declared Monday, June 9, 2025 as “International Archieves Day and is to be observed throughout the Republic as a Working Holiday. The Proclamation calls on the Center for National Document and Record Agency or National Archives of the Republic of Liberia, the relevant agencies, civil society organizations and partners concerned to observe the Day in keeping with prescribed healthy protocols. According to a Foreign Ministry release, the Proclamation added that it is of great importance that June 9, 2025 be celebrated in Liberia as International Archives Day under the global theme: “Archives are Accessible: Archives for everyone”, which has informed the…

By: Ben TC Brooks The KunCare Foundation has provided fifty new desks to the Demonstration School in Fish Town, River Gee County. The gesture among other things is significantly enhancing the learning conditions of students who previously had to sit on the floor during lessons. The donation headed by the Foundation’s Chief Executive Officer, Cllr. Kun Teh, addresses concerns raised by various local media regarding the inadequate learning environment at the public institution, which prompted widespread calls for assistance. At a brief handover ceremony, Cllr. Teh said there is a critical need to invest in the education and development of…

By: Matalay Kollie In a collaborative effort aimed at bolstering local environmental governance, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Liberia, with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and its Energy and Environment Project, has initiated a two-day capacity-building workshop for members of the County Environment Committees from Bong and Gbarpolu Counties. Kicking off on June 6, the workshop, themed “Environment Protection Management: Taking Environmental Governance to the People,” is designed to empower county-level environmental teams to better address pressing local environmental issues. The initiative is a crucial part of the EPA’s ongoing decentralization efforts, which seek to bring…

A coalition of four prominent Liberian opposition parties has issued a joint statement strongly condemning what they describe as the government’s politically motivated targeting of lawmakers. The Alternative National Congress (ANC), Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), Movement for Economic Empowerment (MOVEE), and Citizens Movement for Change (CMC) are calling on the government to uphold due process and the rule of law amid ongoing investigations into the Capitol Building Fire incident. In a press release dated June 6, 2025, and jointly signed by the political leaders of the respective parties—including former President George Manneh Weah, Hon. Alexander B. Cummings, Hon. Musa…

By: Joseph Kerkula The National Identification Registry (NIR) has issued a stern warning to its employees regarding the illicit practice of soliciting money for national ID card processing. Executive Director Andrew Peters revealed that the NIR has received reports of individuals demanding payment to expedite the delivery of national identification cards. Speaking to reporters in Congo Town on Friday, Mr. Peters emphasized that such actions are strictly prohibited. Addressing the issue of government employees leaving their offices under the pretense of processing their national ID cards, Mr. Peters announced that the NIR has deployed a mobile team specifically to visit…

Ben TC Brooks In a commendable act of community involvement and environmental stewardship, the River Gee Chapter of the Liberia National Red Cross Society, alongside the Fish-Town City Authority ended a day long cleaning -up excise in Fish-Town to mark World Environmental Day. The exercise highlighted the importance of preserving the environment by bringing together local residents, volunteers, and officials, all working towards fostering a cleaner and healthier community. World Environmental Day, celebrated globally on June 5, among other things, highlights pressing environmental issues and promotes sustainability. This year’s theme was “Beat Plastic Pollution.” The cleaning -up began early Thursday…

The Minister of Mines from the Republics of Ghana, Liberia, Malawi and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have emphasized the need to carry out a thorough review that leads to reforming the African Continent’s mining codes whilst participating in the just-ended ‘Mining in Motion’ 2025 summit in Accra, Ghana. Stressing the role strengthened policies play in enhancing responsible governance, local value creation and the formalization of artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM), the Ministers outlined how evolving legal and policy frameworks are positioning the mining sector as a driver of equitable, sustainable development. Ghana is leading several ambitious initiatives to…

The office for the Establishment of War and Economic Crimes Court in Liberia has announced major plans to embark on a nationwide outreach campaign. Making the disclosure to the media, the Executive Director of OWECC-L Dr. Jallah Barbu said the initiative is in preparation of massive awareness about the activities and importance of the OWECC-L to the people. He stated that the exercise is to ensure that every county form a part of the process because, Montserrado County is not Liberia alone. “We will work and ensure that the fifteen Counties get fully involved in the process”, he re-emphasized. Currently…

By: Emmanuel Toe The Liberia National Police (LNP) Margibi Detachment today received a significant boost to its operational capabilities with the donation of two brand new TVS black absorb motorbikes from the Margibi County local authority. The handover ceremony, led by Superintendent Victoria Woloba Duncan, took place on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at the County’s administrative building in Kakata. Superintendent Duncan presented the bikes to Police Commander, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Patrick Kormazu, and his team. During the ceremony, she lauded the police for their considerable efforts in combating crime throughout the county. While the exact cost of the…

By; Emmanuel Toe Montserrado Electoral District #5 Representative Prescilla Cooper has publicly challenged her critics, demanding proof of allegations that she mismanaged district funds. Representative Cooper’s statement comes in response to what she describes as an attempt by some individuals to tarnish her reputation. She expressed disappointment with the way some young people engage with female politicians in Liberia. Cooper urged young people to base their discussions on facts and immediately stop insulting women involved in politics. She highlighted that several ongoing developments in her district are self-initiated projects. Representative Prescilla Cooper also weighed in on the recent impasse at…