Author: Julius Konton

The Samuel Alfred Ross Port of Greenville, with support from the National Port Authority (NPA), turned Liberia’s 178th Independence Day into a celebration of service and unity by hosting a vibrant community event in Seebeh Community on Saturday, July 26. Held at the Sweet Mother Sports Pitch, the event brought together residents of Seebeh, Teah Town, and Dioh Town for a full day of activities, including an Olympic-style football tournament, music, food, and charitable donations. Teah Town emerged as champions of the football tournament after a thrilling final match, while Dioh Town secured second place by defeating the Port Dock…

‎‎‎The campus-based political party, Progressive Students Alliance (PROSA), has announced a nationwide march against rape and gender-based violence. The event, titled the “March for Dignity,” is scheduled to take place on August 27, 2025, and aims to raise awareness and demand systemic change in addressing sexual violence in Liberia.‎‎Speaking to the media on Monday in Monrovia, PROSA Chairman Justin Jallabah described the march as “more than a protest.” He emphasized that it is a passionate endeavor to confront the alarming rate of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) in the country.‎‎‎Jallabah cited disturbing statistics from the Liberia Ministry of Gender, Children…

In an effort to recognize the services of peacekeepers and Liberians who help to secure Liberia’s hard earned peace, and to promote genuine peace and reconciliation in Liberia, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai said his government will commission a National Memorial. Among other things, he emphasized that the memorial will stand in honor of the victims of Liberia’s civil war and in solemn remembrance of the brave men and women of ECOMOG, the peacekeeping arm of ECOWAS, who gave their lives on Liberian soil for the sake of the peace of the Land. According to him, the sacred monument will not…

By: Ben TC Brooks River Gee County Health Team is set to join in a nationwide initiative involving the launch of a Community Revolving Drug Fund and cost-sharing program, to commence in August 2025. The updated Health Policy, stemming from the 2022 RDF and cost-sharing pricing model, is designed to enhance healthcare accessibility at all public health facilities throughout the country. It allows patients to contribute a modest fee towards the expenses associated with essential medications. The Community Revolving Drug Fund and Cost-Sharing Scheme was created in June 2025 by health officials and partners in Ganta, Nimba County. The program…

‎‎By: Martina Fanciah‎‎The Liberia Football Association (LFA) has entered into a landmark partnership with William V.S. Tubman University, making the Maryland-based institution the first university in Liberia to begin offering diploma courses in football coaching license programs.‎‎The two parties formalized the historic agreement on Friday, July 25, 2025, during a signing ceremony held at the LFA headquarters in Monrovia.‎‎The partnership is aimed at strengthening football development in Liberia through formal academic training in coaching and related disciplines.‎‎The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by the LFA and Tubman University establishes a collaborative framework that will integrate professional coaching education into the…

In a move to speak to all sectors of the Country, Liberia’s 178th National Orator Rev. Emmett Dunn challenged the churches in Liberia to now do more in helping to break the circle of poverty which bulk of their members are battling on a daily basis. The man of God speaking boldly to his colleagues warned them to stop preaching prosperity messages and look at the reality on the ground and do something to empower its members whose poor conditions are worsening daily. Liberia, he stated is a nation rich in potential and the church is one of the most…

Rev. Emmett Dunn has recommended the appointment of a national commission by The President Joseph Nyuma Boakai. The move among other things is aimed at proposing a new motto for the Republic of Liberia. According to him, the request has been a call that’s echo for decades especially among Liberians who yearn for international identity that is inclusive. “We representative And reflective of the values and aspirations of all Liberians, The current national motto, The love of Liberty Brought us here, Speaks to the legacy of the free settlers who arrive on our shows in the 19th century. Listen to…

The Political Leader of the opposition Movement for Economic Empowerment Dee-Maxwell Saah Sr. has call on the ruling establishment to take more practical steps and approaches in uniting the people as well as national healing order than just words. “Let this 178th Independence Anniversary imbue in us the need to choose unity over division, reconciliation over resentment, peace over chaos, constructive engagement over confrontation, freedom of political association over persecution because of political association, political tolerance over political intolerance, equal and impartial justice for all over selective justice, freedom of speech over suppression, genuine transparency and accountability over political witch-hunt…

In a drive to take practical action in healing the wounds as a result of the bitter past, Liberia’s 178th National Orator, Rev. Emmett Dunn has proposed the establishment of a standing national commission on reconciliation. “This body, non-partisan Or non-party’s arms and inclusive, Would be task with contributing to the work of national healing from County to County, From Village to Village, From town to town, Talking about historical truth, Civic education, and programs that promote social cohesion, all geared towards the work of healing”, he said. Rev. Dunn also reminded the public that the initiative is not for…

In the wake of some progress made by the current administration, Liberia’s 178th Day National Orator Rev. Emmett Dunn has call on President Joseph Nyuma Boakai to listen to the cry and sigining of his people. “Mr. President, Your children are singing and they are singing and saying that corruption is still deeply embedded in our institutions, And it will take more than policy to uproot it”, he re-emphasized. According to him, It will take more courage and political will from the highest office to the lowest as such he also reminded the speaker, Richard Nagbe Koon, Pro-tempore Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence…