Author: Julius Konton

The Financial Intelligence Agency of Liberia (FIA) has imposed a monetary fine of six million Liberian Dollars (L$6,000,000) on the 50/50 Casino Inc. The decision was taken due to the alleged lack of non-compliance with the Anti- Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) laws of Liberia. This administrative sanction is triggered by outcomes of the recent FIA Risk-based AML/CFT Inspection Report, which adjudges the 50/50 Casino of being non-compliant to the AML/CFT Laws of Liberia and predicated upon the Casino’s significant lack of AML/CFT controls – consequently exposing the country to a money Laundering and terrorist financing risk. Recently, the…

In a move to advance modernization and optimization in the operations of the Civil Service Agency, The Director General of the CSA, Dr. Josiah Joekai has officially presented a draft act intended to establish the Civil Service Commission of Liberia. The instrument submitted by the CSA Boss on behalf of the Chief Executive was also flanked by an official letter highlighting among other things, the significance of the act for subsequent legislative enactment. Among other things, The proposed Commission aims to ensure fair access to employment and career advancement, improve working conditions for civil servants as well as promoting transparency…

By: Julius Konton The Association of Liberian Journalists in the Americas (ALJA) – Midwest Chapter has elected a new leadership team to serve a two-year term. Speaking following the election, the newly elected President Success Minor challenged his core of officers to see the trust and honor place in them by their colleagues as a serious responsibility urging them to be committed in strengthening ALJA’s Midwest presence. President- Elect Minor also encouraged them to foster collaboration among members in order to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of Liberian journalism. The new leadership at the same time reaffirmed its commitment to…

By: Ben Brooks The Chedepo Jakarken Clinic is grappling with serious challenges that threaten its ability to provide essential healthcare services to the local communities. Currently, the clinic is struggling with a shortage of medical personnel and a lack of electricity, both of which pose risks to patient safety. Intended to serve the health needs of approximately nine communities in the remote part of River Gee, the clinic severely lacks medical staff, power access, security, and cleaning personnels. The combination of understaffing and frequent electricity outages not only delays patient treatment but also places immense pressure on the few available…

Liberia’s Ambassador at large for youth and sports development, Alioune Kebe continues has sports empowerment drive to local residents. Amb. Kebe, in a move to identify the initial needs of local sporting communities, put smiles on the faces of residents of St. Francis, Chicken Farm Community, when he donated sporting materials to them. The distribution, which is an ongoing initiative by Amb. Kebe, among other things, is intended to get the local residents more involved into sports, which they can use as a means of peace , unity, and reconciliation. Speaking briefly at the presentation ceremony, Amb. Kebe encourages the…

The Executive Director of Liberia’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Dr. Emmanuel K. Urey Yarkpawolo, has strongly opposed a proposal by Thomas Romeo Quiah, Representative for Sinoe County District #2, to de-gazette Sapo National Park (SNP), warning that such a move would cause “irreversible damage” to Liberia’s environmental, economic, and cultural heritage. In a detailed rebuttal issued Monday, Dr. Yarkpawolo described the SNP as the nation’s “prime treasure” and the largest protected area in Liberia — home to one of the most intact tropical rainforests on Earth. The park shelters hundreds of species of mammals, birds, butterflies, and plants—many of them…

In a move to ensure self sustainability and self empowerment, Her Voice has officially launched its AgriBusiness Clinic. The Clinic according to the vision Bearer Cllr. Margaret Nigba Gayedyu primary focus is to help empower women and youths in Liberia. The Clinic also for local farmers, small and medium Enterprises among other things is focus on value addition. Speaking during the official launching ceremony, the Chief Executive Officer of Her Voice Farm, Cllr. Margaret Nigba Gayedyu stated that when local farmers add value to their products, it gives additional advantage to them. “It is time that we see nice packaging…

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has described the passing of Minister Sylvester Grigsby as an immeasurable loss to his Administration and to the nation as a whole. President Boakai, upon receiving the tragic news expressed profound shock and deep sorrow of the sudden passing of Sylvester M. Grigsby, Minister of State for Presidential Affairs. In response to the shocking news, the Liberian leader said the decades of dedicated public service, exceptional leadership, and unwavering commitment to the advancement of Liberia by Amb. Grigsby will be missed. “Minister Grigsby was a trusted friend, an astute statesman, and a pillar of integrity in…

Breaking News: The Vice President of The Sports Writers Association Of Liberia Christopher Walker Has Resigned. Details Surrounding His Resignation Is Still Unknown But Will Be Made Public Soon.

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has made additional appointments in government affecting the National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL), the Governance Commission (GC), and the Independent Board of Parole of the Ministry of Justice. The institutions and those appointed are:National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL)Fabian Michael Lai, President & CEO At the Governance Commission (GC), The Chief Executive appointed Cytirus K. Kerbay, Commissioner for Civil Engagement, National Identity and Visioning Mandate. Additionally, President Boakai appointed Stanley J.W. Cooper I, Chairman, Ne-Suah Beyan Livingstone, Member and Prof. Atty. Kpadeson Sumo, Member, all from theIndependent Board of Parole, Division of Corrections (Ministry…