Author: Godfred Badu Quansah

Monrovia, Liberia – The government of Liberia has formally accepted the Fiscal Policies Research Report on extractive industries for climate funding by ActionAid Liberia (AAL), referring to it as a “wake-up call” and promising to utilize it as a tool to solve climate-related concerns. The Liberian government has formally accepted ActionAid Liberia’s (AAL) Fiscal Policies Research Report on extractive sectors for climate funding, describing it as a “wake-up call” and promising to utilize it as a tool to solve climate-related concerns right away. Following an evaluation of Liberia’s fiscal policies controlling extractive sectors for climate funding, AAL released the study…

Calls for Accountability in Education. Monrovia, Liberia – A prominent legal expert and educator has called for a national shift in priorities, asking schools to embrace responsibility and students to embrace learning as Liberia continues to grapple with chronic educational deficiencies and economic issues. Cllr. Bobby Livingstone gave an inspiring address during the 25th anniversary of Wisdom Community School in Monrovia, highlighting the importance of education in determining Liberia’s future. He conveyed a strong message to the students: “leadership in the future is determined by academic discipline now.” “Readers are leaders, if you don’t learn today, you are not preparing…

Monrovia, Liberia – The Multi-Actor Platform on Land Governance and Responsible Agricultural Investment in Liberia (MAP Liberia Land Platform) stakeholders have wrapped up a two-day Orientation and Capacity-building session to begin Platform activities in 2025. The goal was to update the Platform’s leadership and educate new members on the Platform’s essential procedures. Platform’s National Steering Committee members and National Thematic Working Group heads represented the leadership, according to a press release. The goal of the workshop, which took place at the Ministry of Agriculture’s headquarters in Monrovia, was to increase participants’ comprehension of the main elements and procedures of the…

Greenville, Sinoe County – The Managing Director of the National Port Authority (NPA) Sekou A. Dukuly has informed a delegation of the European Union (EU) of plan to begin the renovation of damaged infrastructures of various ports around the country, emphasizing the renovation process. Speaking Thursday, March 27, 2025 went he led a delegation of European Union (EU) representatives to the Samuel Alfred Ross Port of Greenville-Sinoe County, Director Dukuly disclosed that skilled technicians and materials are already on the grounds of the Samuel Alfred Ross Port in Greenville, with an official progress assessment set for two months. At the…

Monrovia, Liberia – The Liberian government, led by President Joseph N. Boakai, has introduced the Pan African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) and the Finance Education and Literacy Program, an effort developed by the Central Bank of Liberia. During the launch at the Monrovia City Hall on Thursday, March 27, 2025, President Boakai stated that the National Financial Literacy and Education Program and the Pan African Payment and Settlement System (the PAPSS) are both commendable initiatives that will have a positive impact on the ARREST Agenda. The President stated that the FLEP and PAPSS have tangible evidence and a well-established global reputation for…

Monrovia, Liberia – The ABC Medical Clinic in Gardnersville has been labeled “illegal” by the Liberia Medical and Dental Council (LMDC), which also claims that Abraham Kamara is a fraudulent physician. A statement from LMDC claims that Abraham Kamara allegedly  murdered 39-year-old Madam Dorcas Vondeh by performing an illegal surgery while posing as a doctor. After performing a surgery without the necessary training that resulted in her death, Kamara, the owner of Gardnersville’s ABC Clinic, has been charged with medical malpractice and fraud. A legal lawsuit submitted by Elbert Law Firm on behalf of the relatives of the deceased states that on March…

To Strengthen Regional Collaboration. Monrovia, Liberia – In an effort to work together regionally for a safer future in West Africa, medical professionals, academics from African institutions, and interim students have gathered in Liberia to start a three-day workshop called West Africa One Health (West Africa, One Health). With the goal to better understand, mitigate, and prevent illness in West Africa from a One Health perspective, the workshop will exchange research findings from regional collaborative studies. The subject for the West Africa One Health workshop is “One Health in Action: Strengthening Regional Collaboration for a safer future,” and it is…

Monrovia, Liberia – President Joseph N. Boakai has acknowledged the numerous contributions made by Liberia’s Muslim population. In remarks made on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, during the Iftar Dinner with the Muslim Community at the EJS Ministerial Complex in Congo Town, President Boakai said he recognizes the significant role Muslims have played in the country’s progress. According to him, Liberia is a land of diverse faiths and cultures, but full with one people, bound by a common destiny. The Liberian president explained that his administration is still strongly dedicated to promoting religious tolerance, guaranteeing equitable opportunities for all, and fortifying…

Monrovia, Liberia – The Liberian government has declared that all Poro and Sande rituals  suspended nationally from April 30, 2025, until January 2026. Francis Nyumalin, the minister of internal affairs, stated that the decision aims to achieve a balance between protecting Liberia’s rich cultural legacy and giving national development especially education priority. According to Minister Nyumalin, the action was taken in response to a directive from the National Traditional Council of Chiefs and Elders, which aims to control customs in accordance with more general development objectives. The instruction calls for the suspension of all traditional initiation events and the dissolution…

Monrovia, Liberia – Key stakeholders gathered Monday at the Golden Key Hotel to confirm the actuarial study for the proposed Liberia Health Equity Fund (LHEF), also known as the Liberia Social Health Insurance Scheme, marking a significant step toward universal health coverage in Liberia. Government representatives, development partners, and policymakers convened the meeting to evaluate the financial sustainability and feasibility of LHEF as a strategy for sustainable health finance in Liberia. At the event, attendees reiterated their dedication to provide all Liberians with equal and easily accessible healthcare. Speaking on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, Malayah T. Chieyoe, the Ministry of…