Author: Godfred Badu Quansah

Monrovia, Liberia – The Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that gender equity remains a central focus in the country’s budgetary and development planning processes. Assistant Minister for Budget Sarah McGill Mulbah, speaking on behalf of Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan, emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts to combat gender-based violence (GBVs) during the official launch of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence on Monday at the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Ministerial Complex in Congo Town. Minister Mulbah underlined that the Ministry would keep playing a significant role in…

Monrovia, Liberia – In order to honor and thank the nation’s most exceptional taxpayers for their commitment to tax payment and compliance throughout the fiscal years 2022 and 2023, the Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) has given out 113 different awards. These taxpayers received recognition for their outstanding efforts, which included the greatest tax payments and continuous adherence to the law. As a token of gratitude, each receiver received a one-year tax clearing certificate along with special recognition. The 2022 Gold Award for the Nation’s Highest Tax Contributor went to ArcelorMittal Liberia Limited, while the 2023 award went to Bea Mountain…

Monrovia, Liberia – Some supporters of FC Fassell allegedly organized a protest against Coach Ivan Mineaet prior to Sunday’s FC Fassell vs. Heaven Eleven game at the SKD practice ground. “Either you win our games or you go back to Belgium; win our games or leave, any attempt to give us defeat or draw, we will chase you out of Liberia,” the supporters were seen holding banners with various slogans. Even though FC Fassell won the game 1-0, coach Ivan Mineaet described the supporters’ unrest as being orchestrated by certain insiders. With 17 points from seven league games, the victory…

Monrovia, Liberia – Following a well-deserved 1-0 victory over Heaven Eleven in the LFA First Division League, FC Fassell got back to winning ways. A runner-up’s rebound in the second half made sure Coach Ivan Mineaet’s team got all three points at the SKD practice pitch, putting them one point ahead of the LPRC Oilers, who lost 3-1 to Bea Mountain. However, several FC Fassell supporters held signs with various inscriptions in their hands before the game: “Coach Ivan Mineaet, you either win our games or you return to Belgium.” The Belgium Coach however blasted those fans calling them paid agents…

Monrovia, Liberia – The Permanent Representative of Sweden to the United Nations, Madam Nicola Clase has disclosed plans to support Liberia’s peacebuilding and sustaining peace efforts. Addressing reporters Monday, November 25, 2024 in Monrovia, Madam Clase said the United Nations Peacebuilding Commission’s Liberia Configuration was formed to accompany Liberia on the road from civil war to a peaceful and prosperous society. “We want to support Liberia’s peacebuilding and sustaining peace efforts.” She said the Peacebuilding Fund has given more than $100 million since 2007 to assist Liberia’s peacebuilding initiatives, including national and local government institutions. According to Madam Clase, she…

Monrovia, Liberia – With four awards from the Liberia income Authority (LRA), ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) has again demonstrated its dedication to the country’s future by ranking among the biggest providers to government income for 2022 and 2023. With significant tax payments that support vital public services and infrastructure, AML’s role in safely mining ore and directly promoting the nation’s growth is clearly illustrated by this accolade. Due to Liberia’s economic difficulties, particularly with regard to mobilizing domestic resources, the government relies on corporate taxpayers like AML to help fund services that affect the lives of millions of Liberians. For a…

Monrovia, Liberia – A plot to fabricate national identity cards has led the Liberia National Police to arrest one person while searching for eight more. The individuals are accused of offering World Bank loans to Liberia Marketing Association members in return for the forged identification documents. The Executive Director of the National Identification Registry (NIR), Andrew Peters, stated that Christopher Gardea, the person in detention, is being investigated by the police and is awaiting prosecution. On Friday, Mr. Peters warned the public against creating and using fake national identification documents at an unplanned news appearance in Congo Town. There is…

Monrovia, Liberia – Through its Department of International Gateway Services, the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) has launched its nationwide Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign in Ganta City, Nimba County. The Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign was officially launched in October in Montserrado County and graced by Amb. Joseph Nyema Boakai, Sr., President of the Republic of Liberia. A large number of people attended the Ganta event on Friday, November 22, 2024, which was part of the LTA’s continuous efforts to inform Liberians about the dangers of fraud, cyberscams, and other online crimes that endanger both people and organizations. Following the successful October 2024 Cybersecurity…

Monrovia, Liberia – AfCFTA has announced the hosting of the African Economic Conference 2024. The event’s goals are to introduce the 2024 Africa Visa Openness Index Report, highlight its main conclusions, and look at ways to enhance Africans’ freedom of movement throughout the continent. The Africa Visa Openness Index (AVOI) has been created since 2016 by the African Union Commission in partnership with the African Development Bank. Many African nations have implemented changes in the last nine years that have facilitated and promoted the free flow of people around the continent. The findings of the 9th edition of AVOI are uneven,…

On Relevant Provision Of Land Right Act Monrovia, Liberia – With assistance from the Liberia Land Authority (LLA), the Multi-Actors Platform on Land Governance and Responsible Agricultural Investment in Liberia (MAP Liberia Land Platform) has wrapped up a one-day capacity building workshop for PWDs on the pertinent Land Rights Act (LRA) provision. PWDs still face obstacles in understanding how they can contribute to Liberia’s land sector, protecting the land rights of women and girls with disabilities, comprehending the institutional and organizational arrangements of the LLA, understanding the differences between the four (4) categories of land ownership under the LRA of…