Author: Julius Konton

By: Julius Konton The Association of Liberian Journalists in the Americas (ALJA) has elected a new corps of leaders at its 13th National Convention, re-electing Joey Kennedy as National President for a second two-year term. In his keynote address, Mr. Kennedy called on Liberian media professionals to play a pivotal role in promoting private sector investment as a means to drive sustainable economic growth and national development in Liberia. Citing the convention’s theme, “Private Sector Investment: A Key to Sustainable Economic Growth and Development in Liberia – The Role of the Media,” Kennedy emphasized the media’s power to shape public…

By: Julius Konton The Office of the President of Liberia is expected to officially launch the Executive Mansion Communication Internship Program today, Monday, for the 2025–2026 cycle. The initiative, which will be implemented through the Department of Public Affairs within the Ministry of State for Presidential Affairs, is aimed at nurturing a new generation of communication professionals committed to enhancing public service delivery. To be Launch under the theme “Building the Future of Public Communications Through Access, Integrity, and Innovation,” the program is designed to provide students and young professionals with hands-on experience in public communication, media relations, and government…

By: Julius Konton Former Liberian President and political leader of the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC), George Manneh Weah, on Saturday broke ground for the construction of a new party headquarters in Congo Town, signaling what he described as a “new chapter” in the CDC’s journey toward political and infrastructural renewal. Speaking before a crowd of party supporters, members of the CDC National Executive Committee, lawmakers, clergy, and political allies, Weah reaffirmed his commitment to the party’s growth and resilience, promising that the new headquarters would be completed in record time. “This is my promise and my gift to you,”…

By: Emmanuel Toe Michael Thomas, Representative for Electoral District 4, Montserrado County, and lead sponsor of the Paynesville Community College (PVCC) Bill, has called for calm among constituents following the President’s veto of the legislation. His office issued a statement today, Sunday, October 19, 2025, assuring citizens that the constitutional process is actively in motion to address the executive rejection. ​The proposed college is touted by its proponents as a “monumental investment” in Liberia’s future, expected to create jobs, generate local revenue, and combat illiteracy by providing essential educational opportunities for the youth of Paynesville and beyond. ​Constitutional Showdown LoomsAccording…

By: Laymah Kollie In a vibrant celebration filled with music, poetry, and powerful speeches, Plan International Liberia, in partnership with the Embassy of Sweden, the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection and other partners, marked the International Day of the Girl Child under the global theme “The Girl I Am, The Change I Lead.” Plan International Liberia youth engagement team has been working with several girls and young women organizations over the last few weeks to organize activities marking celebration of the 2025 IDG, including usual Girls Takeover of at selected offices. The IDG was climaxed on Tuesday, 14…

By: Laymah Kollie The Management of the State-owned, Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS) has issued a formal apology to Nimba County Senator, Samuel G. Kogar for misinformation and reputational injury. LBS apology stands from Senator Kogar objection to a News Article carried on the station’s language program in Mano and Gio by the language announcer (Milton Gondoun) on 4th and 6th October, 2025 – claiming that him, Samuel G. Kogar, have arranged to sell properties of the Late Senator Prince Y. Johnson. In his rejection to the article, the Nimba County Senator pointed out that the reportage is not only unfounded…

By: Julius Konton In a significant move to strengthen press freedom and support private media institutions, the Government of Liberia has commenced payments to media entities whose service claims have been verified by the General Auditing Commission (GAC). The Ministry of Finance and Development Planning has announced that a portion of outstanding debts has already been settled, with a commitment to continue payments until all validated claims are paid in full. “The independent media is not just a watchdog of society, it is also a vital player in the private sector,” Foreign Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan. “For the media to…

By: Julius Konton The Chief Executive Officer of Purukpeh Agricultural Farm and Processing, and former Director-General of the Liberian Broadcasting System (LBS), Madam Estelle Liberty, has issued a bold warning about the hostile investment climate in Liberia, calling for urgent reforms to unlock the country’s economic potential. Speaking at the 13th National Convention of the Association of Liberian Journalists in the Americas (ALJA), Liberty highlighted a string of persistent challenges discouraging both local and foreign investment. She cited limited access to finance, deteriorating infrastructure, bureaucratic bottlenecks, weak market linkages, and a deepening trust gap between investors, regulators, and entrepreneurs as…

By: Julius Konton Liberia has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with the United States during a high-level strategic dialogue held at the White House. As part of said endeavor, Foreign Affairs, Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti, met with U.S. Secretary of State and Acting National Security Advisor, Marco Rubio, to advance shared priorities focused on economic development, migration reform, and strategic investment. The meeting builds on the momentum from President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s landmark visit to U.S. President Donald Trump in July 2025, which set the tone for renewed engagement between the two nations. During the discussions, Minister Nyanti…

By: Julius Konton Liberia’s Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan, has reaffirmed the government’s strong commitment to ongoing economic reforms during a high-level meeting with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Washington, D.C. The meeting, held with IMF Deputy Managing Director Mr. Bo Li, focused on Liberia’s reform trajectory, macroeconomic outlook, and prospects for long-term concessional financing under the IMF’s Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF). Minister Ngafuan expressed gratitude for the IMF’s steadfast support, noting the institution’s technical and financial assistance as critical to Liberia’s progress in achieving macroeconomic stability, fiscal discipline, and inclusive growth. “The Government…