Author: Julius Konton

By: Julius Konton The Team Lead of Info Quest Liberia, Madam Sialyn Bockarie, has successfully completed the prestigious International Training Programme in Applied Land Governance (ITPL) for Liberia and Zimbabwe, marking a significant milestone in Liberia’s growing efforts to strengthen transparent and inclusive land governance systems. The intensive international program, which ran from September 1, 2025, to May 6, 2026, was funded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) and implemented by Lantmäteriet, Sweden’s national mapping, cadastral, and land registration authority. The training brought together professionals and practitioners from Liberia and Zimbabwe in a comprehensive learning exchange aimed at…

By : Julius Konton The Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Mines and Energy, has signed a major service agreement with international conference organizer AME Trade Ltd. as the country intensifies preparations for its first-ever National Mining and Energy Conference and Exhibition, a landmark initiative aimed at positioning Liberia as a leading investment destination in West Africa’s extractive and energy sectors. The agreement, signed in Monrovia, marks a significant milestone in Liberia’s ongoing efforts to unlock the economic potential of its vast natural resources while attracting foreign direct investment, strengthening sector governance, and promoting sustainable industrial growth. Liberia’s Minister…

By: Julius Konton In a significant step toward strengthening its healthcare workforce, the Liberia Medical and Dental Council (LMDC) has deployed 65 intern doctors to major health facilities across the country, reinforcing efforts to improve clinical training and enhance service delivery in a system still recovering from years of strain. The nationwide deployment includes 40 male and 25 female graduates drawn from both domestic and international medical institutions. According to LMDC officials, the initiative reflects a strategic push to bridge critical gaps in Liberia’s healthcare system, where physician density remains among the lowest globally estimated at fewer than 0.2 doctors…

By: Julius Konton In a move aimed at bridging classroom learning with real-world experience, the National Port Authority (NPA) has hosted students and faculty from Excellent Grace Academy and the Shelthon School of Excellent at the Freeport of Monrovia, offering a rare, behind-the-scenes look at one of West Africa’s most vital trade hubs. The educational visit, organized under the NPA’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) outreach program, underscores the institution’s growing commitment to youth empowerment, public engagement, and national development through education. A Strategic Lifeline: The Port at the Heart of Liberia’s Economy Welcoming the delegation at the NPA Headquarters, Deputy…

By: Julius Konton Liberia’s Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan, has presented a strong case for the country’s evolving health financing strategy, highlighting rising budget allocations and near-optimal spending efficiency as key pillars of the government’s human capital agenda. Speaking at the regional launch of the World Bank Group’s Health, Nutrition, and Population Strategy dubbed “Fit to Prosper”, Ngafuan outlined how Liberia is steadily expanding fiscal space for health under the leadership of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai. Rising Investments Signal Policy Shift Liberia’s health sector budget has climbed to US$110 million for Fiscal Year 2026, marking a…

By Julius Konton Liberia is standing at a critical crossroads. As the global economy becomes increasingly digitized, the West African nation long dependent on extractive industries such as rubber, iron ore, and timber is now exploring how technology can redefine its development trajectory. With a population of just over 5 million and a median age under 20, Liberia possesses one of the youngest populations in the world. This demographic reality presents both a challenge and an opportunity: without adequate jobs, youth unemployment could rise but with the right digital investments, the country could unlock a new era of innovation, entrepreneurship,…

By: Julius Konton Former Executive Committee member Rochell Woodson has formally declared her candidacy for the Women’s Football Representative seat in the upcoming Liberia Football Association (LFA) elections, outlining an ambitious reform agenda centered on advocacy, inclusion, and structural development. Speaking during an appearance on LFA Decides, a flagship sports program on Intel Sports, Woodson emphasized that her return to the race is driven by a renewed commitment to transforming the landscape of women’s football in Liberia, an area that has historically struggled with underrepresentation and limited funding. A Reform Agenda Rooted in Inclusion Woodson, who previously served on the…

By: Julius Konton In a significant step toward strengthening governance and improving public service delivery across southeastern Liberia, authorities in Grand Gedeh County have allocated two acres of land for the construction of a modern regional headquarters for the Civil Service Agency (CSA). The land, situated within the County Administrative Compound in the New Zwedru Community, is expected to host a state-of-the-art facility that will serve as the administrative nerve center for civil service operations across five southeastern counties ; Grand Gedeh, Sinoe, River Gee, Maryland, and Grand Kru. The announcement was made by Grand Gedeh County Superintendent Alex Chersia…

By: Julius Konton The vibrant celebration of culture, unity, and identity within Liberia’s MANDE community officially commenced in spectacular fashion, marked by a high-profile launch and strong financial backing aimed at promoting social cohesion and youth engagement. The event was formally inaugurated by Sekou Hussein Dukuly, Managing Director of the National Port Authority, who performed the ceremonial kickoff before a lively audience of community leaders, youth groups, and cultural enthusiasts. In a significant show of commitment, Dukuly presented a cheque of US$9,000 to support the organization of the tournament, an initiative designed to celebrate the shared heritage of the MANDE…

By: Julius Konton In a decisive step toward reforming its public health sector and strengthening governance, Liberia has launched a comprehensive Health Workforce Baseline Study across its southeastern region an initiative aimed at eliminating payroll fraud, improving workforce deployment, and enhancing service delivery in one of West Africa’s post-conflict health systems. The exercise, spearheaded by the Civil Service Agency (CSA) in collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MoH), was officially launched on Saturday at Martha Tubman Memorial Hospital in Zwedru by CSA Director-General Dr. Josiah F. Joekai Jr. The initiative forms part of Liberia’s broader public sector reform agenda, targeting…