Farmers in Nimba and Bong are reporting dramatic improvements in crop yields and harvests this year, after the Netherlands-based NGO Solidaridad provided them with critical training interventions.
Civil Law Court Lifts Injunction on Press Union Election
The judge of the Civil Law Court B, Roland Dahn, has ordered lifted the injunction placed upon the Press Union of Liberia’s previously scheduled election, which failed to take place on Saturday, Nov. 9.
LACRA and Partners Sign Key Policy Governing the Cocoa and Coffee Sectors
The Liberia Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority says it has signed an agreement with farmers, partners, and exporters to better govern and protect the cocoa and coffee industries.
Court Acquits Suspended Housing Authority Officials of Multiple offenses
Criminal Court C has acquitted suspended National Housing Authority officials of multiple offenses brought against them by the government, including bribery.
Court Shuts Down TV Operators for Illegally Broadcasting Sports Channels
The Commercial Court has shut down several broadcasters for illegally accessing sports networks such as beIN Sports and SuperSport. The sports networks broadcast the widely popular Spanish La Liga and the English Premier League, major European sports leagues.
Court Denies Gov’t Request to Prevent Roots Holdings from Suing
The Monrovia City Court has ruled against the government in the ongoing case against Roots FM, allowing Roots Holdings Incorporated, the radio station’s parent company, to sue the government on behalf of the station.
Former National Housing Authority Boss Denies Receiving 80k in Bribe
One of the defendants in the National Housing Authority bribery trial, Duannah Siryon, denies receiving US$80,000 while serving at the agency.
Former Defense Minister Brownie Samukai Indicted for Embezzling AFL Pension
Former defense minister Brownie Samukai, former deputy defense minister Joseph Johnson, and former defense comptroller Nyumah Dorkor have been indicted by the Grand Jury of Montserrado for their alleged role in embezzling compulsory savings funds from the Armed Forces of Liberia.