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Liberia: Superintendent Massaquoi Reports Major Development Gains, Infrastructure Overhaul, and Cross-Border Initiatives in Lofa County
Front Page Africa
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July 3, 2025
GANTA, Nimba County – Lofa County Superintendent J. Lavelah Massaquoi has announced a wave of ongoing development initiatives across the county, crediting the progress to enhanced security, strong government support, and a growing sense of unity...
Interview: Comfort Asokoro-Ogaji, Women in Mining
Skillings Mining Review - Florida
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July 7, 2025
“If they don’t give you a seat at the table, you make your own seat, or you make your own table and seat. By all means, you must be a change maker.” That is how Comfort Asokoro-Ogaji defines her path, and her purpose. A trained chemist and...
Liberia’s Iron Ore Paradox: Billions Invested, Billions Lost?
Liberian Observer
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I. The Promise and the Peril: ArcelorMittal's Enduring Presence in Liberia The recent dedication of ArcelorMittal Liberia's (AML) $1.4 billion iron ore concentrator plant marks a significant milestone, positioning the company as a central figure...
Ivanhoe Deal Opens Corridor to a New Liberia
Liberian Observer
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With the conclusion of the landmark Concession and Access Agreement between the Government of Liberia and Ivanhoe Atlantic, the Yekepa-Buchanan rail corridor has been officially opened — both literally and symbolically. This agreement is far more...
Liberia Hosts Major Maritime Conference, Reasserting Its Role as Regional Port Hub
GNN Liberia
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July 2, 2025
By Amos Harris Monrovia, Liberia – Liberia has taken a significant stride toward reclaiming its position as a key port hub in West and Central Africa by successfully hosting the 10th meeting of the Harbor Masters and Port Facility Security...
Liberia: LACRA’s Board Resolution Confirms Approval for Suspended Director General Sankolo to Open UBA Bank Account Amid Allegations of Financial Misconduct
Front Page Africa
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July 2, 2025
The suspensions came amid allegations that the two top executives had conspired to open a separate bank account at UBA, outside of the recognized and approved LACRA accounts. MONROVIA – A Board Resolution obtained by FrontPageAfrica confirms that...
President Boakai Departs Liberia for High-Level U.S.- African Leaders Summit
Liberian Observer
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President Joseph N. Boakai has departed the country for a working visit to Washington, D.C., United States of America. President Boakai is one of five African Heads of State invited by U.S. President Donald J. Trump to attend the African Leaders...
Liberia to Host First IFBB-Approved Bodybuilding Seminar This Week
Front Page Africa
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July 2, 2025
unda Morris, President of the Liberia Bodybuilding & Fitness Association said the goal of the event is to bridge the gap between Liberia’s passion for fitness and the lack of access to formal training and international exposure. Monrovia – Liberia...
Bong County: MNG Gold to resume mining operations
The New Dawn Liberia
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July 7, 2025
By Edwin N. Khakie Gbarnga, Bong County – July 5, 2025 – MNG Gold Liberia is set to restart its mining activities in Bong County’s Electoral District #1, specifically in the Kokoyah Statutory District, following a period of operational slowdown....
Liberia: An Open Letter to the President, H.E. Joseph N. Boakai
Front Page Africa
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July 2, 2025
Dear Mr. President: I commend your ongoing efforts toward national healing and reconciliation. As this process unfolds, I respectfully urge that it be extended to include a long-overdue gesture of dignity: the proper burial of victims of past...
Liberia: My Anger is for Ma Watta
Front Page Africa
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July 2, 2025
I’m an angry old man not for me but because of Ma Watta. I’ll be 72 years in 24 days. If I die today there will be no delay in my funeral because of money. New York Life insurance will cover my burial with something extra for my wife. All my young...
Liberia: Gonet Academy Denies Wrongdoing, Reaffirms Commitment to Compliance Amid NCHE Scrutiny
Front Page Africa
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July 1, 2025
According to the Ministry of Labor, the revoked permits were issued to individuals found working without proper documentation, occupying positions designated for qualified Liberians. Monrovia – The management of Gonet Academy, a leading...
Policy implementation must align with industry realities –Peters Adeyemi, PSI vice president
The Sun Nigeria
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July 7, 2025
By Bimbola Oyesola, [email protected] For sustainable development and economic advancement that will trickle down to the people and lift the country out of economic quagmire, government policies should of importance be co-created with the private...
WAIFEM workshop urges regional collaboration on currency management and forecasting
Joy FM
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July 16, 2025
The West African Institute for Financial and Economic Management (WAIFEM) has concluded a five-day regional workshop in Accra focused on Currency Management and Forecasting across West Africa. The workshop brought together senior representatives...
Liberia: Civil Society Group Commends Labor Minister for Revoking Over 21 Foreign Work Permits
Front Page Africa
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July 1, 2025
Monrovia – The Independent Societal Watch Advocates (ISWA), a prominent civil society organization, has commended the Minister of Labor, Cllr. Cooper Kruah, for revoking the work permits of more than 21 foreign nationals found to be in violation...
Liberia: Customs Brokers Association of Liberia Decry New Port Law, Fear Economic Repercussions
Front Page Africa
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July 1, 2025
The group emphasized that such exclusion undermines public confidence in the legislative process and casts doubt on the sustainability and effectiveness of the law. Monrovia – The National Customs Brokers Association of Liberia (NCBAL) has...
Liberia Destroys $4.9 Million in Illicit Drugs, Urges Collective Action Against Drug Epidemic
GNN Liberia
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June 30, 2025
By Amos Harris Paynesville City, Liberia – On Thursday, June 26, 2025, Liberia joined the international community in observing the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, marked by a powerful display of zero tolerance for...
World Bank Liberia Country Manager Remarks at LICPA and API PPSA Graduation Ceremony
GNN Liberia
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July 5, 2025
[Georgia Wallen] Liberia Takes the Lead: 1st Country in Africa to deliver certified Professional Public Sector Accountants Remarks First LICPA and API PPSA Graduation Ceremony: World Bank Country Manager, Georgia Wallen July 4, 2025 Honorable...
Liberia: Nimba Lawmakers Hold Meeting with Communities Affected by ArcelorMittal Operations
Front Page Africa
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July 1, 2025
Gbapa – Lawmakers representing Nimba County Districts Two and Three have concluded a day-long consultative meeting with residents of communities most affected by ArcelorMittal Liberia’s mining operations. By D. Franklin Doloquee,[email protected]...
Liberia: How LACRA’s Deputy Director for Operations Became the Face of Liberia’s Cocoa Export Scandal
Front Page Africa
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June 30, 2025
The President’s move comes just weeks after LACRA had been named the “best performing entity” of 2024–2025. Monrovia – President Joseph Boakai on June 26 suspended the Director General of the Liberia Agriculture Commodity Regulatory Authority...