Author: Julius Konton

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…

By: Julius Konton Former Liberia Football Association Most Valuable Player Sidiki Kromah has reached a significant milestone off the pitch, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Management, a move being hailed as both a personal triumph and a reflection of a broader transformation in African football. Kromah, once celebrated for his attacking prowess with Invisible Eleven and his contributions to Liberia’s locally based national squad, rose to prominence during the African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers, including a memorable outing in Dakar where Liberia stunned Senegal national football team on home soil. His transition from elite athlete to graduate…

By: Julius Konton In what many consider as a win, win, Authorities from the Liberia and Guinea have renewed their commitment to safeguarding peace and strengthening cross-border collaboration following a high-level bilateral security engagement held at the strategic Solumba corridor. The meeting brought together senior officials from the Liberia Immigration Service (LIS), led by Deputy Commissioner General for Administration Nelsco Aleo Wolo, and a delegation from the Guinean National Army headed by Lt. Camara Mohammed III, Commander of the Liberia–Guinea border axis. The engagement underscored a longstanding tradition of cooperation between the two Mano River neighbors, blending security priorities with…

By: Julius Konton In a country where access to higher education remains a challenge for many young people, the Managing Director of the National Port Authority, Sekou Hussein Dukuly, has intensified his youth empowerment drive by sponsoring 220 young Liberians to sit the entrance examination of the University of Liberia. The initiative, which fully covers examination fees for all beneficiaries, directly addresses one of the most persistent barriers to higher education in Liberia: affordability. For many families, even modest fees associated with entrance exams can prevent capable students from pursuing university education. A Critical Intervention in a Strained Education System…

By: Julius Konton The Government of Liberia has secured a major infrastructure breakthrough with the signing of a US$48.99 million road construction contract, marking a significant step toward transforming connectivity in the country’s historically underserved southeast. The agreement, signed through the Ministry of Public Works with China Railway Seventh Group (CRSG), activates Phase III of the Mano River Union Road Development and Transport Facilitation Programme (MRU/RDTFP) a flagship regional initiative designed to strengthen transport networks across West Africa. A Strategic Corridor for Growth At the heart of the project is the paving of a 61.5-kilometer corridor linking Kelipo, Putuken, and…

By: Julius Konton Liberia has taken a significant step toward addressing its longstanding infrastructure and economic constraints, as Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan officially launched the Concept Notes Development Process for the country’s Second Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Compact. The launch signals the beginning of a critical phase in Liberia’s engagement with the United States-backed Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), a global development initiative that has invested over $17 billion across more than 50 countries since its establishment in 2004. A Competitive and Transparent Selection Process Speaking at the ceremony, Minister Ngafuan praised the integrity and competitiveness of…

By: Julius Konton The Independent Elections Commission of the Liberia Football Association (LFA) has officially released the final list of approved candidates for the highly anticipated 2026 football leadership elections, confirming that incumbent president Mustapha I. Raji will run unopposed. The announcement effectively secures a Third term bid for Raji, who has led the LFA since 2018, barring any last-minute legal or administrative challenges. Running unopposed in football governance elections is not unprecedented in Africa, but it often raises questions about competitiveness, transparency, and inclusiveness in the electoral process. Absence of Key Challenger Raises Eyebrows Notably absent from the final…