Author: Julius Konton

By: Julius Konton In a compelling blend of spirituality, youth engagement, and national reflection, Liberia’s Managing Director of the National Port Authority (NPA), Sekou A. M. Dukuly, delivered a thought-provoking address at the 2026 Iftar hosted by the University of Liberia Muslim Students Association. Held at the University of Liberia Auditorium on Capitol Hill, the gathering brought together students, religious leaders, and government officials in a symbolic moment of unity during the holy month of Ramadan, a period observed by over 1.9 billion Muslims globally, according to estimates from the Pew Research Center. A Spiritual Message With National Undertones Opening…

By: Julius Konton A major controversy is engulfing African football following a disputed decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to withdraw the AFCON 2025 championship title from Senegal and reassign it to Morocco, a move now being fiercely challenged by global football stakeholders, including Liberian football icon George Manneh Weah. In a sharply worded and legally grounded statement, Weah warned that CAF’s decision risks undermining the very foundations of the sport, arguing that it contradicts the universally accepted authority of match officials as defined by the FIFA Laws of the Game. A Decision Beyond the Pitch At the…

By: Julius Konton The Kingdom of Morocco has reaffirmed its diplomatic and cultural engagement in West Africa by hosting a high-profile Ramadan Iftar in Liberia’s capital, bringing together key stakeholders in a display of unity, faith, and international cooperation. The event, led by Chargé d’Affaires Lahoucine Rahmouni, highlighted Morocco’s growing influence in Africa through what analysts describe as “religious diplomacy, a strategy that blends faith, culture, and foreign policy to strengthen alliances. Over the past two decades, Morocco has significantly increased its presence across Africa, rejoining the African Union in 2017 and expanding partnerships in more than 40 African countries.…

By: Julius Konton In an impassioned address to the Liberian people, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai offered both reassurance and clarity about the recent tensions along Liberia’s border with Guinea. The situation, which centers around the Sorlumba area in Foyah District, Lofa County, has sparked significant concern among Liberians, especially those living in border communities. The crisis has not only raised alarms among citizens but has also captured regional and international attention, particularly for its potential to escalate into broader conflict in a region already fraught with historical tensions. “The peace and security of our nation remain my top priorities,” President…

By: Julius Konton The Government of the Liberia has announced the appointment of economist and public finance expert Alieu Fuad Nyei as National Coordinator to lead the development of the country’s second compact under the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), marking a critical step in Liberia’s pursuit of large-scale infrastructure and institutional reform financing. The appointment, endorsed by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai and made with the concurrence of the MCC, follows a highly competitive international-standard selection process involving technical assessments, structured interviews, and extensive background evaluations conducted jointly by Liberian authorities and MCC experts. A Strategic Role in a High-Value Development…

By: Julius Konton In a strategic move aimed at reinforcing media coordination and strengthening journalistic standards, the Press Union of Liberia (PUL) has appointed Charles Gbayor, a senior communications figure within the United Methodist Church in Liberia, as Deputy Coordinator (Vice Coordinator) of its newly established Office of National Media Coordination. The appointment places Gbayor currently serving as Press Secretary to Bishop Samuel J. Quire Jr., Resident Bishop of the Liberia Annual Conference at the center of an emerging institutional framework designed to unify and professionalize Liberia’s media landscape. A New Institutional Framework for Media Coordination According to a statement…

By: Julius Konton As Muslims across Liberia prepare for the sacred observance of Ramadan, a significant act of philanthropy in Kolba City is drawing attention for its symbolic and practical impact on community life. Augustine Kpehe Nganfua, a prominent son of Gbandi Land, has donated L$100,000 (approximately US$525) to the Muslim community in Kolba City, an intervention widely praised as both timely and unifying in a country where religion and community identity remain deeply intertwined. A Timely Intervention Ahead of Ramadan The donation comes at a critical moment. Ramadan, observed by an estimated 85–90% of Liberia’s Muslim population, is a…

By: Julius Konton Liberia has taken a bold step toward reshaping its sports development architecture, as Youth and Sports Minister Atty. Cornelia W. Kruah unveiled a nationwide decentralization strategy anchored by international exposure for grassroots athletes. In a landmark announcement, Minister Kruah revealed that 15 amateur footballers representing one of Liberia’s 15 counties will travel to China in May 2026 to participate in the Cun Chao International Amateur Tournament, a one-week global sporting event designed to foster youth engagement and cross-cultural exchange. The initiative marks one of the most deliberate efforts in recent years to shift Liberia’s sports focus away…

By: Julius Konton President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. has formally acknowledged the resignation of Davidetta Browne Lansanah, Chairperson of the National Elections Commission (NEC), marking a significant leadership transition in one of Liberia’s most critical democratic institutions. In an official communication released by the Executive Mansion, the President confirmed that Browne Lansanah’s resignation took effect on March 15, 2026, following what she described as “extensive consultations with family” and a personal decision to step aside after more than 12 years of continuous service to the Commission. A Decade of Electoral Stewardship Browne Lansanah’s tenure spans a transformative period in Liberia’s…

By: Julius Konton In a move widely seen as both pragmatic and politically calculated, the presidents of Liberia, Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Guinea Mamadi Doumbouya, and Sierra Leone, Julius Maada Bio have agreed to pursue a strictly peaceful and diplomatic path in resolving escalating border tensions within the Mano River Union (MRU). The high-level consultations, held in Conakry, concluded with a joint communiqué emphasizing restraint, dialogue, and regional cooperation, an outcome that analysts describe as “necessary, but not sufficient” to address the deep-rooted structural issues fueling recurring border disputes. A Region Marked by History, Fragility, and Interdependence The MRU comprising Liberia,…