Between 2000 and 2015, the number of malaria cases and deaths in Africa declined by 42% and 66%, respectively, according to a message from the World Health Organization’s Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Matshidiso Moeti.
NRI Workers Receive Five Months Back Pay
After protests by workers against the management of the Nimba Rubber Inc. over salary delay, workers have now received their five months’ salary arrears.
Representative Aspirant in Nimba Vows to Trim Lawmakers’ Salary
A preacher turned politician has promised voters that if he is elected in 2017 to the House of Representatives, he would sponsor a bill to reduce the salaries of lawmakers at the National Legislature.
Market Facility Still at a Standstill Due to Lack of Funding
A market building project said to be worth over US$500,000 remains at a standstill in Ganta.
Prince Yormie Johnson Announces a New Political Party
Senator Prince Yormie Johnson of Nimba County has disclosed information about the formation of a new political party. Speaking to a crew of journalist in Cocopa over the weekend, Senator Johnson said all is now set to finally register the party with the National Elections Commission.
Senate Passes Bill to Establish Vocational Center in Ganta
A bill to establish a vocation and technical institute in Ganta has been approved by the Senate after having left the House of Representatives in March 2014.
Liberty Party’s Nimba Head Denies Merger Talks with Unity Party
The chairman of Liberty Party’s Nimba branch has denied claims that the opposition party has agreed to join forces with the ruling Unity Party in the upcoming 2017 elections.
VP Boakai to Dedicate Service Center in Nimba
Vice President Joseph N. Boakai is expected to visit Nimba on April 19 to dedicate an office that will allow citizens to obtain marriage licenses and other government documents without traveling to Monrovia.