AGP Executive Report

Sanitation Push Hits the Streets: Monrovia City Corporation rolled out new municipal sanitation rules and a PPP solid-waste plan, shifting household collection to district-based Community-Based Enterprises and larger-business waste to SMEs—starting July 1 in Districts 7, 8, 9 and 16. Telecom Tension: Inside the Liberia Telecommunications Authority, unease is growing over leadership plans to replace the TIA arrangement with a new NUMTEL deal, with lawmakers and the Ministry of Justice reportedly urging caution. Lone Stars Get a New Coach: Moroccan-Belgian Adil Mohamed Erradi has taken over Liberia’s men’s national team on a three-year contract, tasked with driving progress toward 2027 AFCON qualification. Diplomacy Under Fire: The Citizens Action Movement says attacks on Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti are a “smear campaign,” rejecting claims she used public resources for personal branding. Ebola Alarm Regionally: WHO declared an Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC a public health emergency of international concern, with cases and fears spreading toward Uganda. Noise Crackdown: Liberia’s EPA says noise pollution is “not under control,” launching police-backed enforcement with fines and possible speaker confiscations.

Noise Crackdown: Liberia’s EPA has launched its first major, police-backed crackdown on noise pollution—targeting churches, mosques, bars, nightclubs and street parties—with new sound limits, fines, and even speaker confiscations. Public Health Warning: Experts say the “noise as normal” culture is turning into a health problem, and that community awareness will decide whether the rules stick. Cultural Unity: In Kakata, Kpelle Unification Day was marked with renewed calls for peace, cultural renewal, youth empowerment and national unity. Ebola Alert Regionally: Across the border, WHO has declared a new Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo a global health emergency, with hundreds of suspected cases and no vaccine for the strain—raising pressure on cross-border preparedness. Arts & Media Spotlight: Merck Foundation announced its 2025 media recognition awards, honoring journalists across Africa for work on diabetes and hypertension awareness.

Ebola Emergency Watch: The World Health Organization has declared a new Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo a public health emergency of international concern, with Africa CDC reporting hundreds of suspected cases and dozens of deaths, plus a confirmed case reaching Uganda—raising fears of wider spread as the strain has no targeted vaccine or treatment. Liberia Aftermath Spotlight: Even after the 2014–2016 Ebola crisis ended, survivors in Liberia and Sierra Leone say life has been slow to restart—widows, orphans, and people living with lasting disabilities still struggle for basic support. Justice & Trust: Liberia’s Judiciary has rejected social media claims about Chief Justice Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay ordering a jury-tampering probe, calling the reports false and warning against misinformation. Sports & Culture: Ghana and Cape Verde qualified for the 2026 World Cup but miss AFCON top-seed status for the 2027 qualifying draw; meanwhile, Liberia’s Kpelle community marked its first anniversary in Kakata, calling for unity and cultural preservation.

Ebola Emergency Escalates: The WHO has declared a new Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo a public health emergency of international concern, with 336 suspected cases and 87 deaths reported and a confirmed case detected in Kinshasa—far from the Ituri epicenter—while Uganda also reports cases linked to travel. Cross-Border Pressure: Health officials say the outbreak likely began in late April around mining towns Mongwalu and Rwampara, and the latest strain has no vaccine, raising fears as surveillance and preparedness ramp up across the region. Liberia Governance & Trust: Liberia’s Chief Justice publicly denied social media claims of an order to investigate jury tampering in the US$6.2m Tweah corruption case, while the police IG ordered a fresh probe into the mysterious death of Charles Kollie. Arts & Culture Spotlight: Morocco announced a cooperation agenda with Liberia ahead of its National Day, including cultural diplomacy—a reminder that arts and heritage are part of diplomacy, not just decoration.

Ebola Emergency in Congo: The WHO has declared a fresh Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo a public health emergency of international concern, with officials reporting 336 suspected cases and 87 deaths so far, and warning against border closures as the virus spreads from eastern mining towns and crosses into Uganda. Health & Care Capacity: The Africa CDC says the strain has no vaccine yet, putting pressure on rapid protection and cross-border surveillance. Digital Trust Talk: At ID4Africa, the World Bank pushed the idea that digital identity only works when safeguards protect people across the full data journey—an issue that matters for public confidence. Liberia–Morocco Culture & Water: Morocco announced a phased cooperation agenda with Liberia ahead of its National Day, spotlighting water security, agriculture, maritime ties, and cultural diplomacy. Arts & Heritage Spotlight: A feature on Sowei mask art highlights how Liberia and Sierra Leone’s women’s initiation traditions can inspire new visual storytelling. Sports Moment: Ghana’s women’s 4x100 relay made history with bronze at the African Championships, with Liberia taking silver.

Ebola Emergency: Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ituri province is facing a fast-moving Ebola outbreak, with health officials reporting 336 suspected cases and 87 deaths, and warning that the virus has already crossed into Uganda. Liberia Accountability Watch: In Liberia, the Judiciary has publicly denied social media claims that Chief Justice Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay ordered a jury-tampering probe in the US$6.2 million Samuel D. Tweah case—calling the report false and misleading. Corruption Probe Escalates: Less than a week after Tweah’s acquittal, former minister Samuel D. Tweah Jr. was summoned by the Assets Recovery and Property Retrieval Taskforce over an alleged US$20.5 million rice subsidy misuse. Arts & Culture Lens: A spotlight on Sowei mask art explains how West African designs and symbolism can inspire culturally rich storyboards. Sports Moment: Ghana’s women’s 4x100 relay made history with a bronze at the African Athletics Championships, while Liberia took silver in the same event.

Liberian Judiciary Pushback: Liberia’s Chief Justice Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay and the Judiciary Communications Office have rejected a circulating claim that he ordered an investigation into alleged jury tampering in a US$6.2 million corruption case—calling the report “false, misleading” and politically damaging. Police Probe Deepens: In Bong County, Liberia’s Police IG Gregory O. W. Coleman has ordered a fresh internal investigation into the mysterious death of Charles Kollie, after a leaked social media video raised questions about his release from custody. Diplomacy & Culture: Morocco says it will boost cooperation with Liberia on water security, agriculture, maritime ties, and cultural diplomacy ahead of Morocco’s National Day. Arts & Heritage: A spotlight on the Sowei mask explains how West African women’s initiation art carries symbolism that can inspire culturally grounded storytelling. Sports & Community: Norfolk’s expanded Juneteenth celebration is set for Town Point Park, with music, family activities, and fireworks.

Ebola Emergency: Eastern Congo’s Ebola outbreak has killed 65 people, with hundreds more suspected, as Africa CDC steps up cross-border surveillance and sequencing in Ituri. Liberia–Morocco Boost: Morocco’s diplomats outline phased cooperation with Liberia on water security, agriculture, maritime ties, and cultural diplomacy ahead of Morocco’s National Day. Judiciary Pushback: Liberia’s Judiciary rejects claims of Chief Justice involvement in alleged US$6.2m jury tampering, calling the reports false and misleading. Police Probe: Liberia’s IG orders a fresh internal investigation into the mysterious death of Charles Kollie after public outcry over his release from custody. Arts & Culture Spotlight: What is Sowei mask art? A quick guide to the West African women’s initiation symbol and how its patterns and meanings can inspire storyboards. Democracy & Youth: NIMD wraps a five-day Democracy School for youth across parties, training them to engage beyond election season. Global Stage: India prepares major India-Africa summits in New Delhi, with Liberia set to join.

India-Africa Summit Push: Liberia is set to join the 4th India-Africa Forum Summit in New Delhi on May 31, with India also unveiling a twin summit plan (May 29–June 1) focused on innovation, resilience, digital infrastructure, AI, climate action, and trade—an 11-year return that could open fresh partnerships for Liberia’s development agenda. Justice Under Scrutiny: In Monrovia, Chief Justice Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay denies social media claims of a probe into alleged jury tampering in the Samuel D. Tweah corruption case, while the Liberia National Police IG orders a new internal investigation into the mysterious death of Charles Kollie. Local Governance & Rights: Sweden’s planned closure of its Monrovia embassy by August threatens to shrink sexual and reproductive health support for rural Liberia, just as civil society warns U.S. funding changes may not replace what’s lost. Arts & Community Spotlight: World Press Freedom Day in Maryland County urged ethical, community-centered reporting as journalists grapple with AI’s impact on press freedom.

Press Freedom & AI: Liberia’s journalists marked World Press Freedom Day with a push for ethical, community-centered reporting as AI reshapes the media landscape. Sports Spotlight: Tobi Amusan grabbed her third African title in the 100m hurdles in Ghana, even as the meet faced timing and results glitches. Identity Tech for Governance: Neurotechnology says it’s now a certified MOSIP system integrator, aiming to help governments deploy biometric and voter tools. Liberia’s Policy Tension: House lawmakers summoned Ambassador-at-Large Sheikh Moustapha Kouyateh over corruption allegations he reportedly made on OK FM. Local Development: GSA is stepping up preparations for a national conference center in Suakoko, Bong County. Health & Rights Under Pressure: Sweden’s planned closure of its Monrovia embassy by August threatens rural mentorship and sexuality education support. Environment Watch: A Congo Town lagoon construction project is under scrutiny over possible wetland safeguards.

Digital Identity & Elections: Neurotechnology says it’s now a certified MOSIP System Integrator, pairing its MegaMatcher tools with MOSIP-compliant ABIS, biometric SDKs, and voter management for election commissions. Sports Spotlight: Tobi Amusan won her third African women’s 100m hurdles title in Ghana, even as organizers faced criticism over timing and results glitches. Migration Pressure: US deportations to El Salvador nearly doubled in early 2026, underscoring how fast immigration enforcement is hardening. Liberia Civic Life: Sweden plans to close its Monrovia embassy by August 2026, putting Liberia’s sexual and reproductive health rights mentorship work at risk—especially in rural counties. Local Governance & Infrastructure: Liberia’s GSA is pushing ahead with plans for a national conference center in Suakoko, Bong County, after securing 50 acres of land. Accountability in the Courts: Liberia’s House has summoned Ambassador-at-Large Sheikh Moustapha Kouyateh over alleged corruption claims. Environment Watch: Congo Town lagoon construction faces scrutiny over whether wetland safeguards and permits were followed.

Tech & Connectivity: Holafly and TeleSemana.com just launched the Holafly Global eSIM Index 2026, a first-of-its-kind readiness benchmark across 50 markets—showing eSIM is now widely deployed, with differences driven less by “technology” and more by regulation and user experience. Governance & Accountability: In Monrovia, the House has summoned Ambassador-at-Large Sheikh Moustapha Kouyateh to answer corruption allegations, while former Finance Minister Samuel D. Tweah Jr. hints at a fresh probe as an Assets Recovery taskforce moves in. Civic Infrastructure: The GSA is pushing ahead with plans for a national conference center in Bong’s Suakoko District, after stakeholder talks secured land access. Sports Governance: Liberia’s football politics is spilling beyond the country, with LFA election disputes headed to FIFA and CAF. Arts & Media: President Boakai commissioned a US$5.5m LBS broadcast complex—another step in rebuilding Liberia’s media capacity. Rights & Health: Sweden’s planned closure of its Monrovia embassy by August 2026 raises fears for sexual and reproductive health support, especially in rural counties.

National Infrastructure Push: Liberia’s General Services Agency is stepping up preparations for a proposed national conference center in Suakoko, Bong County, after a major stakeholder meeting that confirmed access to 50 acres of land and outlined a multi-phase plan meant to bring big national and international events beyond Monrovia. Accountability in Focus: The House of Representatives has summoned Ambassador-at-Large Sheikh Moustapha Kouyateh to explain alleged corruption claims he made on OK FM, with lawmakers stressing transparency and proper legislative process. Health & Safety Storylines: A U.S. quarantine unit now being used for hantavirus care echoes earlier high-stakes infectious-disease isolation experiences, including Ebola treatment at a Nebraska biocontainment facility. Press Freedom & Training: World Press Freedom Day reporting ethics took center stage in Maryland County, while West Africa’s Kwame Karikari fact-checking and OSINT fellowship prepares new journalists for verification-focused work. Environment Watch: Questions are rising over Congo Town lagoon construction on the Back Road, with residents and reporters asking whether required environmental safeguards were followed.

Slavery’s “help” turned deadly: A new historical piece digs into how kidnappers, false allies, and conditional reformers weaponized trust during American slavery—showing that danger didn’t always look like an enemy. Monrovia scam warning: QNET says it strongly condemns an alleged kidnapping and travel scam falsely linked to its name, urging people to watch for fake promises of jobs, visas, or investments. UK politics ripple: Liberian-born UK minister Miatta Fahnbulleh resigns and calls for Prime Minister Starmer to step aside after Labour’s election setback. Press freedom on the ground: Journalists in Maryland County mark World Press Freedom Day with a push for ethical, community-centered reporting as AI reshapes media. Broadcast upgrade: President Boakai commissions a US$5.5m LBS radio/TV complex, calling it a return to world-class broadcasting. Sports self-sustainability: LFA president Mustapha Raji unveils a plan to build football’s own economy beyond FIFA support. Courts under strain: Liberia’s acquittal of ex-Finance Minister Samuel D. Tweah Jr. raises fresh questions about weak cases reaching court. Environment watch: Congo Town residents and an investigative team question lagoon-side construction and whether required permits and safeguards were followed.

Election Tech & Trust: Neurotechnology launched MegaMatcher Voter Management System, aiming to help election bodies manage voter lists and biometric verification “one person, one vote.” Environment Watch: A Congo Town lagoon construction tied to D’Calabash/A’La Lagoon Resort is under fresh scrutiny over whether required environmental approvals and safeguards were followed. Press Freedom in Focus: Maryland County journalists marked World Press Freedom Day with calls for ethical, community-centered reporting—especially as AI reshapes media. Broadcast Upgrade: Liberia’s LBS officially received a US$5.5m China-aid refurbished and expanded broadcasting complex, with new studios and control systems. Courts Under Strain: A recent acquittal of former Finance Minister Samuel D. Tweah Jr. reignited debate over weak cases reaching court and what that means for justice. Sports & Business: LFA President Mustapha Raji unveiled a push to make Liberian football self-sustaining through academies and commercial ventures. Human Rights & Safety: A viral handcuff video involving a River Gee juvenile triggered an LNP investigation, while a separate report highlights ongoing concerns over detention conditions. Arts & Culture: PCMI’s Platinum Jubilee for Bishop Samuel M. Dorbor Sr. kicks off with a month of revival, music, and community events.

Church & Culture: Philadelphia Church Ministries International (PCMI) has announced a month-long Platinum Jubilee for Bishop Samuel M. Dorbor, Sr., marking his 70th birthday with a five-day revival, a thanksgiving service and legacy tree planting, plus a medical and relief program and a musical fest. Broadcast & National Media: President Boakai commissioned a US$5.5 million TV and radio complex at the Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS), built to restore LBS as a world-class broadcaster with new studios and satellite capability. Safety & Workplace Culture: ArcelorMittal Liberia marked Health and Safety Day across multiple sites with parades, training, and awards under “Making Zero Happen: Zero Harm, Zero Excuses.” Politics & Courts: Liberia’s political temperature is rising as CDC-UP tensions deepen amid court outcomes and high-profile acquittals/exonerations. Press Freedom & Speech: As Liberia debates the KAK Press Freedom Act, coverage warns the bigger threat may be the spread of misinformation—faster than traditional safeguards can keep up. Digital Arts & Training: The LTA praised Liberian creators after a digital content training, pointing to monetization opportunities ahead.