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The Liberia’s Budget Shortfall Dilemma
The New Dawn Liberia
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July 15, 2025
By Seltue Karweaye Sr. The Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) has revealed a substantial budget shortfall of US$22.03 million for the first quarter of 2025, significantly higher than the House Committee on Ways, Means, Finance, and Budget’s...
Dekontee Artists Theater Inc. Launches National Youth Leadership Forum Project Across Liberia
GNN Liberia
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July 15, 2025
By Christian Appleton Harper, Liberia – July 14, 2025 — The Dekontee Artists Theater Inc. (DATI), a media-based organization dedicated to youth development, drama, and social awareness, has officially launched its highly anticipated National Youth...
Liberia: ITAI Hails President Boakai For Appointing Justice Gbeisay As Chief Justice
Front Page Africa
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July 15, 2025
The Institute for Transparency and Accountability International (ITAI) has hailed President Joseph Nyuma Boakai for appointing Associate Justice Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay Sr. as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Liberia. ITAI congratulated Justice...
Liberia: Sen. Moye Tightens Political Control in Bong Following Reconciliation with Rep. Cole
Front Page Africa
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July 15, 2025
All that animosity seemed to melt away Saturday night when, before a crowd of hundreds of Bong County natives in the diaspora, Rep. Cole (left) publicly reconciled with Moye (right) in a moment that stunned many and drew thunderous applause....
Beyond The English: The Media Missed Liberia’s Moment
Liberian Observer
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When President Donald J. Trump recently praised President Joseph N. Boakai’s “beautiful English” at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, social media lit up. The video clip went viral. Amid the noise, journalists in both the U.S. and Liberia failed to...
Liberia: FeJAL, CBL Launch Financial Education & Literacy Program in Lofa
Front Page Africa
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July 15, 2025
VOINJAMA, Lofa – The Female Journalists Association of Liberia (FeJAL) with support from the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) over the weekend launched Liberia’s Financial Education and Literacy Program in Voinjoima City, Lofa County. The event held...
Liberia: Sen. Moye and Rep. Cole End Years-Long Feud, Stun Audience at United Bong County Convention
Front Page Africa
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July 14, 2025
Before the audience, Sentor Moye (middle) and Rep. Cole (left) clasped hands, embraced, and declared a ceasefire in their personal and political battles. The crowd, stunned at first, erupted into thunderous applause. LOUISVILLE, Kentucky – The...
Liberia: Court Rules Against Cuttington University over unlawful Suspension of Student
Front Page Africa
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July 14, 2025
GBARNGA, Bong County – The 9th Judicial Circuit Court in Bong County under the gavel of Resident Circuit Judge, His Honor Cllr. J. Boima Kontoe has held the Cuttington University liable for illegal suspension of Student Oshel Poneys without...
Indian Embassy Hosts Women Legislative Caucus of Liberia
Liberian Observer
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On 10 July 2025, members of the Women Legislative Caucus of Liberia (WLCL) met with Ambassador Manoj Bihari Verma at the Embassy of India in Monrovia and had a constructive interaction focused on partnership, women’s empowerment, parliamentary...
President Boakai Comes to Washington
Liberian Observer
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America has long been regarded as Liberia’s strategic ally. Liberia has been modeled after the USA. The country was founded by freed African-American slaves in 1822 and declared independence in 1847. We adopted the American presidential system of...
Liberia to Introduce Kickball in Sierra Leone Through Sports Diplomacy Visit
Front Page Africa
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July 11, 2025
Monrovia – The National Sports Authority (NSA) of Sierra Leone has officially invited the Liberia Kickball Federation (LKF) for a sports diplomacy visit from July 21 to 25, aimed at introducing kickball to Sierra Leone. By Emmanuel Weedee-Conway...
Liberia: NASSCORP At 50: Celebration of Protection, Progress, and Purpose
Front Page Africa
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July 11, 2025
The celebration of a colorful golden jubilee by the National Social Security and Welfare Corporation (NASSCORP) has a lasting impact on the corporation’s workforce and its beneficiaries because the institution stands as an emulative symbol of...
Liberia: ‘Promoting Diversity’ – CHI Holds Cultural and Art Festival as Female Lawmakers, Diplomats Back Inclusion Initiative
Front Page Africa
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July 11, 2025
CHI Executive Director Madam Naomi Solanke emphasized the importance of embracing diversity and fostering inclusion across all spheres of society—from communities to the workplace. Monrovia – In a stirring call for national unity and social...
Many Liberians take offense after US leader praises their president’s English
Baltimore Afro-American - Maryland
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July 12, 2025
By Mark Mengonfia, Monika Pronczuk and Wilson McMakin The Associated Press MONROVIA, Liberia (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump’s praise of the “beautiful” English of Liberia’s President Joseph Boakai drew confusion July 10 in the English-speaking...
Liberia Rolls Out Red Carpet for 2025 Investment Conference, Eyes Economic Transformation
GNN Liberia
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July 10, 2025
By Amos Harris Liberia is gearing up to host a major economic gathering aimed at accelerating private sector growth, creating jobs, and attracting investment in key development sectors. The 2025 Liberian Investment Conference, running from July 15...
Liberia: Wein Town FC Reinstatement Raises Concerns Over Governance in Liberian Football
Front Page Africa
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July 10, 2025
Monrovia – The reinstatement of Wein Town FC into the Liberia Football Association’s (LFA) 2025 National 3rd Division Playoff has triggered renewed scrutiny over the governance and administrative processes within Liberian football. By: Christopher...
Liberia: As US Shifts from Aid to Trade, Liberia, Others Offer Invite to Explore Minerals, Push Investment
Front Page Africa
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July 10, 2025
Washington – Barely 24 hours before President Donald Trump sat down for a lunch dialogue with African heads of state from Mauritania, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Senegal, and Gabon, the five African leaders gathered for a Tete-a-Tete to prepare for...
Liberia Airport To Add Direct Flights From Vancouver And Winnipeg Starting In December
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
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Liberian Government Dismisses Allegations In Recent Media Report As Misleading
Africa.com
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July 9, 2025
The Government of Liberia is however engaged with the United States on actions required to address issues to prevent Liberia from being placed on a travel ban The Government of Liberia categorically refutes the content, tone, and intent of a...
Liberia: Mark Yallah Signs with Uganda’s Vipers SC
Front Page Africa
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July 9, 2025
Monrovia – Liberian striker Mark “Bigmanshot” Juwle Yallah has officially joined Vipers SC, a top-tier club in the Ugandan Premier League, marking a significant step in his professional career. By: Christopher C. Walker | [email protected] Yallah...