After several extensions to its mission, the United Nations Mission in Liberia has finally closed its peace keeping operations.
Tony Elumelu Foundation Announces Eight Liberians for its Entrepreneurship Support Program
The entrepreneurs include Berlyn Sanusie, Daniel Johnson, Gabriel Zargo, Gonda Wamah, Jr., James Tarnue, Jr., Michaelyn George, Moses Davies and Saah Hendrix Johnson.
Defense Ministry Distances Army From Airport Shooting Order
The Ministry of National Defense has issued a statement distancing the Armed Forces of Liberia from a warning issued by the Liberia Airport Authority that it had reached an agreement with the AFL ordering soldiers to shoot at sight anyone attempting to steal navigational equipment at the Roberts International Airport.
Women in Business Advance Roadmap to Increase Participation in Decision-making
Nearly one year after a taskforce was charged with determining the issues contributing to a low percentage of women on company boards in Liberia, that taskforce has presented its findings and recommendations.
Weah Appoints First Female Deputy Chief of Staff
President George Weah has appointed Col. Geraldine George as the deputy chief of staff of the Armed Forces of Liberia.
Coast Guard Arrests Additional Fishing Vessel for Trespassing Liberian Waters
The Liberian Coast Guard has arrested a popular fishing vessel for trespassing. The arrest was made on March 13 with assistance from the activist group, Sea Shepherd.
Paynesville Youth Get Training in Lowland Rice Farming
Fabrar Liberia worked with the Paynesville City Corporation in a project sponsored by UNMIL to provide hands-on training in lowland rice production to youth in Paynesville.
Farmington Hotel Under Fire to Implement Lawmakers’ Recommendations
After a request by the House of Representatives for Farmington Hotel to adequately address the plight of its employees, Margibi’s second district representative, Ivar Jones, has vowed to ensure that the mandate is implemented.